More than 1 in 3 Americans take Supplements of one form or another. In other countries, the numbers are even higher. It has become a billion-dollar industry over the decades.

But are they really needed?

The answer is a resounding yes. Here is why.

1. Start with a solid multi-vitamin and even more importantly, a great multi-mineral and multi-trace mineral. You may get many of the needed vitamins but even if you eat a perfect diet, it is unlikely you are getting your minerals. The soil is so stripped of these vital elements that is has become impossible to get all that is needed. As such, supplementation is a must.
2. Antioxidants and Phytonutrients.  These are the immune boosters and Tthe more regularly we supply our bodies with antioxidants and phytonutrients, the strong our immune system will be and the overall healthier we will remain. In an era of pollutants, it is imperative we maintain a strong immune system.
   3. There are very little issues with high-quality supplemental vitamins and so the potential gain very often outweighs the very small amount of risk. Look for the GMP label to assure proper manufacturing.