What are the best dietary supplements?
At the turn of the century, after America has finally accepted that it is fat, dietary supplements have been flooding the market, claiming sure � if not miracle � results.
But to dream of fast, instantaneous results is actually the product of hype. The $27-billion dietary supplement industry is not generally regulated as in the United States . Generally, its manufacturers are prohibited from laying claims of �treatment� by taking these supplements. This is why dieters should be informed of what dietary supplements are and if they are meant for everyone.
What are diet supplements used for?
There are several factors in society today, which prods it to be health conscious.
Paramount among these are environmental factors � such as pollution, the use of preservatives in food, are other food processes, which drain nutrients from food such as vegetables and fruits.
Lifestyle is another factor. Excessive use of alcohol and tobacco products, coupled with stress at work or at play, also bear on the health.
In all these, people are getting the feeling that they are missing out on proper nutrition. People think that dietary supplements can make up for lost nutrients or relaxation badly needed by the body.
The multitude of dietary supplements available in the market should make the conscious dieter all the more cautious of which ones to pick. Like other solutions, there are no miracle answers. Choose the right supplement for your specific needs.
Types of dietary supplements? Which ones for which results?
The US Dietary Supplement Health and Education Act (DSHEA) of 1994 defines dietary supplement as �a product taken by mouth that contains a "dietary ingredient" intended to supplement the diet.� (internet source: http://www.cfsan.fda.gov/~dms/qa-sup5.html )
Dietary supplements generally fall under the following classification, depending on their ingredients:
- multi vitamin/mineral supplement
- herbal or botanical supplement
- amino acid or protein supplement
- fiber supplement
How to choose dietary supplements
Nutritionists, dieticians, medical doctors and even marketing people offer different supplements that you may or may not need.
For one, you should be aware of your own health condition and seek the advice of experts � including health professionals � before picking out any product, especially over the counter remedies. Knowing your health condition can help you discern better on which product is right for you.
Second, it helps to read labels and read them carefully. Regulatory bodies, like the Food and Drug Administration, have painstakingly studied these labels for your own good. Don't be deterred by those scientific terms. Get used to them; look them up and follow expert advice.
It also helps to have a checklist of what to take and do. A useful guide could be
�A Healthcare Professional's Guide to Evaluating Dietary Supplements� (internet source: www.pharmacist.com/pdf/diet_appendices.pdf ) which includes a � Dietary Supplement Intake Form� and recommended dietary reference intake. The guide is a product of the ADA/APhA Special Report From the Joint Working Group on Dietary Supplements.
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