In my clinical practice I am always being asked, "Do I need to take supplements or can I get all the nutrients I need from my diet?" I can only say that my observations and review of the diets of thousands of individuals further confirms my conviction that in today's hectic world, even the best intentions of eating a well-balanced diet fall short of reality. I like to think that as a health care practitioner I eat fairly well, certainly better than the people that I see on a

There has been a dramatic increase in the use of nutritional supplements over the last several years, with many relying on these alternatives as a means to prevent and treat disease. However, there is a common belief held by the population that all supplements are created equal. This has led some to seek the best value, not the best quality. I always say if you want to save money buy cheap ball point pens. Don’t pay for something that takes four metabolic processes to become