Does your body NEED supplements?

According to Harvard Medical School, about 114 Million Americans are currently taking supplements. That's almost half of the adult population. Are supplements necessary?

Although you can receive the necessary nutritional supplements from a proper and balanced diet, our bodies may still be lacking in certain areas. To help compensate for what we are missing, many people take a simple, daily multivitamin. According to a study in 2010, most adults and children lack in potassium, calcium, vitamin D, and dietary fiber. 

Some of the most popular supplements include: vitamin C, vitamin D, omega-3, multivitamins, and probiotics. Before purchasing supplements for you or your children, we'd suggest speaking with your primary care physician to determine if there is a need. Taking too much of a supplement could have adverse effects and result in health complications. If you do not have a primary care physician AND you qualify for case management services, contact Pam's Kids and we'll help to get you in the right direction.

Resources:

Examine - Do I need a multivitamin?

WebMD - How to choose a multivitamin