Please provide some do's and don'ts on taking vitamins, minerals, and supplements.

Ignore: Check otc multivitamin preps for solubility, as pill should dissolve in white vinegar within 20 min.

Ignore: Don't take calcium supplements at the same time you're eating high iron vegetables such as spinach.

Ignore: Do find a vitamin that is economical and you will remember to take daily. Don't spend lots of $.

Ignore: Do: take professional grade supplements to supplement a healthy diet don't: take just any supplement.

Ignore: Do not exceed 400 mg of Vitamin E per day Monitor Vitamin B12 and Vitamin D levels periodically.

Ignore: Make sure they don't interfere/interact with any other medications you are taking.

Ignore: Do take natural folate and avoid folic acid. Methyl folate is the form that should be used.

Ignore: Since either excess or deficits in some vitamins can be harmful, consult with your doctor on dosage.

Ignore: Supplements are still medications. Be sure your MD knows about everything you're taking.

Ignore: Eat a balanced diet, get regular exercise, and calcium and vitamin D are all you need.

Ignore: Quality of vitamins and supplements varies widely, so be sure to pick a reputable brand.

Ignore: One multivitamin with iron is enough. extra supplements are a waste.

Ignore: Read read read. many vitamins are good for you but don' be taken in by every "fad" that comes along.

Ignore: Suggested schedule for vitamins, minerals and supplements - two hours before the meal. Morn&Evenings.