Why You Need To Take Nutritional Supplements
1) Our food is often produced by agribusiness using chemicals in nutrient poor soil.
2) We are being biochemically being assaulted by the polluted environment we now inhabit.
3) Genetically we all have our own individual RDAs-recommended daily allowances of various nutrients. One person's needs may vary greatly from another due to genetics, lifestyle and health issues. The RDA set by the government is just an average of the minimum daily amount recommended.
4) Medications that you are taking may deplete you of needed nutrients. Check the charts below to see if you might have a deficiency from a medication you are taking.
* Indicates a “Top 20” Drug, either by volume of sales or by quantity of prescriptions dispersed.
(source: IMS Health© 2006, Pharmacy Times©2007)
This list is meant for informational purposes only. Individuals should not rely solely on this chart for information
on drug-nutrient depletions, but rather use it as a starting point or quick reference. Branded drug names are desig-
nated as examples for sake of familiarity. The listing of registered or branded products is not to be construed as
singling out the actions of that particular drug, but is meant to be a generalized representative of the drugs within
the category. Inclusion on the list is not indicative of endorsement, nor should it be viewed as inclusive. Variations
in drug-nutrient depletions may exist between drugs within the same category. Additionally, many drug companies
do not perform mechanistic studies to determine what effect, if any, their medication have on nutrient status. There-
fore, listings should act as a generalized guideline, and should not take the place of appropriate and specific advice
from a licensed healthcare provider.
Resources
Pelton, Lavalle, Hawkins, Krinsky. Drug-Induced Nutrient Depletion Handbook. Lexi-Comp; 2nd Ed.,2001.
Pelton R. Lavalle. The Nutritional Cost of Prescription Drugs., Morton Publishing Co., 2nd Ed., 2004.
Vaglini F, Fox B, The Side Effects Bible:The Dietary Solution to Unwanted Side Effects of Common Medications.
Broadway, 2005.
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