Do You Know What Vitamins/Supplements You Should Be Taking?

Over the last couple of decades or so, the natural products/health supplements industry has boomed.  Sure, I remember my grandparents taking supplements, but they were plain old vitamins bought at the grocery store, or tonics purchased at the local pharmacy.  Now we have stores dedicated specifically to the sale of supplements, and how many times have you turned on the television late at night just to see another infomercial telling you about the latest health discovery.  Fearful of backlash from the FDA, they never state that this product will "cure" an ailment although you hear many customer testimonials that near claim healing has taken place.

Amongst all of the marketing, how do I know what to buy?  Although many of these products are wonderful/excellent supplements, we also have to remember that natural products have become a huge money maker in America, and just as with any thing else, we consumers must be wise.  Don't get me wrong, I am a firm believer in supplements, and I believe that the proper use of them can and will minimize sickness and illness in one's life.  

Mother always said eat all of your vegetables.  But how many of us adults today eat the recommended amount of fruits and vegetables as established by the U.S.D.A. and/or health professionals.  Even if we did, many of our fruits and vegetables lack in the nutrients they once provided because of farming techniques and methods centered around making more money and harvesting a larger more "attractive" crop.  For this reason alone, most of us need to take a supplement.

I believe every person should begin with a basic multi-vitamin/nutritional supplement.  Personally I prefer to take something closer to fruits/vegetables more "natural" state, meaning as close to a "whole food" as possible.  Some ideas/suggestions to consider alone or in combination are - 

*  Platinum Super ORAC 7 by Nature's Answer (combines the nutrients of several berries and fruits, especially those high in antioxidants along with other fruit juices and green tea);