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How to know when you need a dietary supplement 17 Articles

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    by Angela S. Young

    With so many dietary supplements out there and so many 'experts' telling you that you need to take them (see $$$$ flashing overhead), it's difficult to separate the truth from the hype. It's enough to make a grown woman p...read more

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    by Debbie N

    There are many different indicators as to whether or not you need a dietary supplement. Knowing what vitamins you need for your age, weight, and gender, and then matching them up to what you eat every day will be the best...read more

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    by N. A. Hernandez

    Whether or not you need to take a dietary supplement depends on different factors such as your diet, your lifestyle, and of course some things that you can not control. Here are some reasons that you may want to consid...read more

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    by Ethel Smith

    Do you go to bed tired and get up in the morning feeling even more tired?. If you are going to bed at a reasonable time and there appears no reason for your tiredness then ,maybe, you need to consider taking a vitamin and ...read more

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    by Royce Radcliffe

    I don't think you need a dietary supplement. I used to sell them over the Internet and in my opinion they are nothing compared to eating a better diet and exercising. Can they help? Sure, but not much, and you never need t...read more

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    by Holly Rogers

    If you are unsure as to whether or not you should be taking a dietary supplement, then the best thing to do is book an appointment with your doctor. Doctors are able to run a series of tests to determine what you are defic...read more

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    by Ginger Kazay

    While it is possible to get all of your dietary needs from foods and beverages; most people today do not eat a balanced diet. So, for the average person, a simple multi-vitamin with minerals is all the supplement they...read more

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    by Ray Fauteux

    I truly believe the human body is the first wonder of the world, but the reality is, it cannot always deal with all the abuse we put it through. For the most part, the majority of people can ingest enough vitamins and ...read more

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    by Colette Georgii

    Do You Need a Dietary Supplement? In most cases it is probably better to eat a balanced diet of natural and healthy foods rather than to rely on supplements. The body naturally processes these healthy foods to supply y...read more

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    by Sarah Piper

    It is recommended that everyone takes one all round multivitamin every day. It is an odd thing that America is one of the wealthiest countries in the world and also one with largest problem of obesity, but we still have a...read more

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    by Anuradha Mishra

    Diet forms the most essential part in staying fit and healthy. Before I start to write about the article I want to say that I don't know how far its appropriate but I have made a full-for...read more

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    by Steven Pike

    I you are healthy and your diets includes fruit, vegetables, lean meats and grains then you will probably not require a dietary supplement. If however, due to lifestyle and dietary habits and factors such as your age, and...read more

  • 13 of 17

    by Toya

    Using dietary supplements is very popular in active lifestyles and general day to day living. Many health and lifestyle magazines advertise the newest vitamin or mineral supplement on the market to help the average person...read more

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    by Eva Perry

    Today, dietary supplements are increasing in profits as consumers continue to purchase and use them, despite claims from some doctors that they are not necessary if you maintain healthy eating habits from all food groups. ...read more

  • 15 of 17

    by Carmi Turchick

    There are very few situations where dietary supplements should be considered. In most cases the risk of taking supplements is greater than the risk posed by being slightly deficient in some vitamin. The great majority of p...read more

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    by Brenda Adams

    Most Americans require a dietary supplement. The sad truth of the matter is that our food no longer contains the same amounts of vitamins and minerals it once did. Fruits and Vegetables get their dietary value from the s...read more

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    by Denise Difalco

    If your health is your top priority than it is imperative that you discuss this with your doctor first and research everything about the dietary supplement because there are things that the manufacturer are just not goin...read more

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