Chapter

Food Supplements and Food Replacements

From Human Nutrition by Human Nutrition

Concepts

  1. Supplement Types

    "Current trends also include the use of supplementation to promote health and wellness. Vitamins, minerals, herbal remedies, and supplements of all kinds constitute big business, and many of their adv

  2. Supplement Risks

    "When considering taking supplements, it is important to recognize possible drawbacks that are specific to each kind. Some vitamins and minerals are toxic at high doses. Therefore, it is vital to adhe

  3. Supplement Claims

    "The Food and Drug Administration regulates supplements, but it treats them like food rather than pharmaceuticals. Dietary supplements must meet the FDA’s Good Manufacturing Standards, but are not req

  4. Food Medicine

    "A supplement is only as good as the diet that accompanies it. The importance of eating a healthy, well-balanced diet designed to provide all of the necessary nutrients cannot be overstated. Food cont

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