- Self-supplementing can be just as dangerous as self-prescribing or self-diagnosing.
- See an expert who has education and experience in clinical nutrition.
- Labels can be deceiving and confusing.
- There are more products out there that have negligible doses than those with appropriate doses, don’t be fooled.
- Not all supplements and vitamins are safe, some are absolutely contraindicated for certain people.
- The media (news, TV shows, etc…) are more interested in thrilling an audience rather than doing legitimate research.
- Don’t believe everything you hear, when in doubt ask your local ND.
- Some supplements are targeted towards specific populations or conditions but when you look at the ingredients they’re just repackaging a multi-vitamin or a single nutrient, calling it something else and charging way more.
- I would prefer all of my patients get their nutrients through whole foods but those who are deficient or can’t get them from whole foods should be taking appropriate supplements.
- If you're going to be spending $100-$1000's on supplements each year, it would be wise to know which ones are appropriate or not.
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