TOP 8 WAYS I'M MOVING AND FEELING MORE ENERGIZED & HERE’S WHY

This post is sponsored as part of a partnership between The Grateful Gardenia and ChromaDex. All opinions are my own.

I want to share with you why at this age I actually feel stronger and younger than I did 10 years ago, and how taking one supplement has energized my world.

When I look back to my 40s, I felt really good. But I’m not sure I felt as strong mentally and physically as I do now. I am a lover of physical fitness and have been for many, many years. For the past several months I’ve been taking the supplement TRU NIAGEN®, a unique form of vitamin B3 that’s clinically proven to safely increase NAD (nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide), a critical coenzyme that helps your cells generate energy. HERE is the link to a recent blog post where you can read all about Tru Niagen, the supplement I plan on taking as long as I can.

Who doesn’t want to feel energized throughout the day? I’m keeping my eyes open to aging smart and feeling energized by boosting my NAD so I can accomplish more—including 8 of my go-to activities.

Paddleboarding

I have been enjoying paddleboarding for years, but one thing is for sure: The boards are large and a little on the heavy side. I need strength to carry it and I need the energy to keep up with my husband and son.  

Feeling on Top of My Game

Being on land or water, it’s important to be aware of everything going on around you. With extra energy, I find it easier to be attentive to what’s important in my daily life, whether I’m driving, walking or at a meeting.

Alert During Fitness Classes

Fitting it in. I love showing up to my classes ready to go and energized. I used to only attend my classes in the morning because I would rarely have the energy to attend a class in the evening. Now I’m able to show up for the one that works for my home and work schedule—and because I’m not wiped out at the end of the day. 

And After Fitness Class

These days, my muscles feel like they’re in great shape. For me, this means my muscles don’t feel as tight when I wake up or I’m sitting in front of my computer for hours. Our muscle cells do use NAD to recover from workouts (read more about that in my previous blog post) and maybe that’s helping.

Travelling

We are a travelling family and I no longer anticipate feeling exhausted after crossing time zones. I began taking Tru Niagen over the summer before we went to Europe. My energy levels were above and beyond what I would have expected. The jet lag just didn’t seem to get to me as much as usual. 

Attending Social & Influencer Events

At least two to three days a week I’m at events in the morning or evenings, and sometimes both. I’ve also noticed there’s no need for mid-day caffeine to keep me on schedule.

Looking Good, Feeling Good

It’s no surprise that health starts at your cells, so perhaps it goes without saying that beauty does, too. I’ve written enough about my favorite designers that you probably know clothes make me feel beautiful… But so does this extra energy. When I’m going out with my friends, to events, or staging a photoshoot, I feel good from the inside out.

Aging Smart

Here’s what I’m most energized about. Taking Tru Niagen has helped me learn about my body, my mind, the science behind NAD, and how we can age smarter and stay healthy as we age. I will get behind that any day. That energizes my soul!

Eating a well-balanced diet, exercising regularly and getting enough sleep are the best ways to maintain your natural energy levels, but that’s not always possible. And, as we age we do lose NAD. Fortunately, I have discovered Tru Niagen for that extra boost that feels natural, and overall, I feel great!

UPDATE ON MY TRU NIAGEN EXPERIENCE

I wanted to share an update on why I continue to take TRU NIAGEN®. Maintaining a regular fitness schedule is important to me and It feels great when I show up to class alert and energized. I used to only attend classes in the morning because I would rarely have the energy to attend one in the evening because by that time I'd be running on empty. I've noticed such a difference and it feels great to not feel wiped out at the end of the day! I like to use the phrase "Aging Smart" from the inside out.

Tru Niagen is a unique form of vitamin B3 that’s clinically proven to safely increase NAD (nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide), a critical coenzyme that helps your cells generate energy. You can also go to @truniagen to read more and why you'll want to "Age Smart" with me.

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HERE'S TO AN ENERGIZED YOU WITH TRU NIAGEN®

This post is sponsored as part of a partnership between The Grateful Gardenia and ChromaDex. All opinions are my own.

If you knew there was a supplement that would enhance your cellular quality of life and energize you daily, wouldn't you jump for joy? Well, that's what I've discovered and I'm excited to share this information with you. Let's learn about TRU NIAGEN®, NAD (nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide), and the role they play in a healthier aging process.

After turning 50 I think I experienced what a lot of us do when we hit that number; I felt the need to zero in on the quality of my life. I've fortunately always been passionate about fitness and I plan on continuing my workouts! I work full time as a lifestyle blogger and influencer, I'm married, we have a teenage guy and a cute dog, and we're an active family. I had my son at forty and my goal is to continue to live a long, healthy life so I can watch him thrive. But there is the natural progression of life that we can't avoid...aging. That being said, there is a way to improve our quality of the aging process. There are ways we can take charge of our health, and knowledge is one of them. Let's take a look at a supplement from TRU NIAGEN® that has been clinically proven to safely increase the vital cofactor NAD needed by your body to make energy and keep cells healthy as we age... so you can share more moments like these with people you love.

WHAT IS NAD

NAD is found in every living cell and is an essential building block during energy production. But we lose up to 50% of our NAD levels between the ages of 40 and 60. When NAD levels are low, our cells can't produce the energy they need to maintain our health as we age. So, higher NAD levels can help support better overall health in aging better.

When Our levels of NAD are increased our energy is increased and we can enjoy our workout routines. Fitness is huge for me and my family, I like to diversify my workouts and NAD also enhances muscle recovery. I've personally noticed my muscles are not as sore when I first get out of bed or by the end of the day. I don't take many supplements, I've mostly focused on fitness, food, and gratitude but I do plan to continue using TRU NIAGEN® now that I'm aware of NAD.

Our bodies need NAD whenever we eat, drink, sleep and breathe. Yep... pretty much all the time. Our cells naturally produce NAD, but we also use it all day, every day. TRU NIAGEN® restores your body's NAD, every time you take it. I take two capsules, every morning at the same time with water. I can't quite put my finger on exactly what it is, but I will tell you I do feel different, and yes, energized.

Yes, it's safe to use and  TRU NIAGEN® has no known negative side effects. 

NAD Stressors that can cause you to use a lot of NAD - Here's a few. 

* Consuming too much alcohol

* Overexposure to the sun   

* Consuming too many calories (over-nutrition)

The stress of travel is another area where NAD might play a positive role in health. NAD is known to be important in regulating circadian rhythm, the normal 24-hour cycle that regulates many important functions in the body, including sleep. For this reason, I used TRU NIAGEN® this past June when I was off to Europe on an ambitious trip that included planes, trains, and automobiles.

Thank you TRU NIAGEN® for shedding light on how important NAD is for our overall everyday functions. Staying healthy involves many steps, but having a supplement that supports that goal gives me peace of mind... and a lot of energy.

Check back in so I can share my progress with you!

Thanks for reading and here's to your health!

xo, Janet

UPDATE:

Hi, I wanted to check in with you for an update on my TRU NIAGEN® experience. I have remained committed to taking 2 pills every morning before breakfast and I have no plans for stopping. I look forward to taking them, which has become part of my morning routine. Because I am super active in my fitness routine, there is no doubt—I feel a difference! I feel like I’m so on top of both my work schedule along with my son’s schedule! Feel free to send me a message if you have any questions. I'd love to share more as time goes on!