Question 1

who needs dietary supplements?

Accepted Answer

Everyone!: Due to the pollutants, preservatives, microwave cooking and the age of our food when we eat it, virtually everyone should take dietary supplements to make sure we are getting enough to maintain and heal our bodies properly.  Even children and babies need supplementation.

Question 2

can dietary supplements be safe?

Accepted Answer

Yes: The body's biochemical processes need vitamins & minerals to work properly. Much of our grocery store food no longer contains the same levels of nutrients due to changes in farming. Environmental issues such as stress can cause a decrease in nutrients. Unless eating all organic food, supplements may be necessary and safe.

Question 3

are dietary supplements effective?

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For what use?: This one can't really be answered well without knowing what's going on with you, or what you hope to gain.  Some dietary supplements are very safe and effective for certain conditions, and some are not.  I'm sorry that i can't be more helpful, but your question is too broad for me.

Question 4

do dietary supplements ever expire?

Accepted Answer

Yes: All the components for prepare are subject to degradate

Question 5

are dietary supplements good for me ?

Accepted Answer

Most aren't needed: An over-the-counter adult multivitamin (+/- minerals) is fine for a teenager to take once a day. If a teen doesn't eat or drink much in the way of dairy products, then an adult vitamin D and calcium tablet is also needed. Some people just take a TUMs Smoothies once a day for their calcium supplement. Vitamin D and multivitamins are even available in "gummy" chewables for adults now but have sugar.

Question 6

do dietary supplements actually help?

Accepted Answer

If deficient: If you have a known deficiency and can't address it with whole foods due to allergies or other problems then a specific supplement may be of value. Otherwise do not take any without the advice of a doctor as an increasing number of supplements are associated with harm.

Question 7

is it important to take dietary supplements?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Unless they are eating all organic foods, most people need nutritional supplements. Our regular grocery store foods no longer contain the nutrients they once did. Physical and emotional stress can deplete nutrients and our biochemical reactions depend on nutrients to work properly.

Question 8

what are the benefits of dietary supplements?

Accepted Answer

Dietary Supplements: can used used in cases where there are deficiencies of specific vitamins and / or mineralis.

Question 9

what are the best anti-aging dietary supplements?

Accepted Answer

Top 4: Top 4 anti-aging supplements are CoQ-10, Omega-3, Magnesium &amp; Vitamin D.  Most people are either deficient or have sub-optimal blood levels of these compounds.  All nutraceutical regimens, however, should be individualized based on laboratory analysis.

Question 10

what are the complications of dietary supplements?

Accepted Answer

Dietary supplements: are a good backup for vitamins and minerals we may be low on due to diet or taking medication.  Some supplements are so weak as to be a waste of money.  Other brands are excellent but you need guidance to find the best quality.  Getting lab tested is the best way to determine if you need supplementation.  Spectracell lab in Texas has a good micronutrient panel.  Peace and good health.

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