Do we need dietary supplements ?

" Dietary supplements: Do you need them?" it is the news I read today...and I asked my self too...am I really need it ? Inever think it before...so I think this is a good information for us too.

The answer depends on our eating and lifestyle habits and some factors beyond our control, such as your age. Dietary supplements may be appropriate if:

1. We don't eat well

2. We are a vegetarian

3. We consume less than 1,200 calories a day.

4. We have a medical condition that affects how your body absorbs, uses or excretes nutrients

5. We're a postmenopausal woman

6. We're a woman who has heavy menstrual bleeding

7. We're pregnant or trying to become pregnant.

8. We smoke

9. We drink excessively

If we're generally healthy and eat a wide variety of foods, including fruits, vegetables, whole grains, legumes and lean meats, we don't likely need dietary supplements.