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Dietary supplements
On page 10 in the online health book.
The majority of adults in the United States take one or more
dietary supplements either everyday or occasionally. Today's dietary supplements include vitamins, minerals, herbals
and botanicals, amino acids, enzymes, and many other products. -
Effectiveness
On page 11 in the online health book supplements can't take the place of the variety of foods that are important to a healthy diet. Scientific evidence shows that some dietary supplements are
beneficial for overall health and for managing some health
conditions. -
Safety and risk
Always be alert to the possibility of unexpected side effects, especially when taking a new product. Supplements are most
likely to cause side effects or harm when people take them in-
stead of prescribed medicines or when people take many sup-
plements in combination. -
Quality
On page 11 in the online health book Don't decide to take dietary supplements to treat a health condition that you have diagnosed yourself, without consulting a ahealth care provider. -
My mother
My mom is really critical when it comes to being healthy. She is always has a health book in her nose discovering new ways to make healthy decisions for our family. While it can be a pain at times, there are some really good tips that even I use everyday. I am forever grateful for it.
