Are dietary supplements really needed?

Nutritional supplements have become a health trend all over the world with double-digit growth. The United States volume alone is about $ 50 billion.

Various dietary supplements are often not necessary. They can also be harmful, especially when taken over time and in excessive doses. Nutrients from food and natural beverages are better absorbed than supplements and have no side effects. (Supplements can be harmful.) A natural and varied diet of unprocessed foods and controlled sun exposure prevents the use of most supplements. Vegans sometimes need omega-3 and vitamin B12 supplements.

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