Candidates for Supplements

BIOCHEMISTRY 3(2+1)
Lesson 30 : Fatty acid synthesis

Candidates for Supplements

Even if our diets is balanced and varied, certain conditions or events can put you at risk for a deficiency. Orthodox and natural medecine practitioners do not routinely agree on the benefits of supplements.

However, there is a general consensus that the following have nutrient needs that are less apt to be met through diet alone.

  • Pregnant women and nursing mothers who need larger amounts of many nutrients.
  • The chronically ill who take medications. Dozens of drugs inhibit nutrient absorption or deplete nutrients.
  • Heavy drinkers who may need folic acid, thiamin and other vitamins.
  • Cigarette smokers whose vitamin C levels are often low.
  • Dieterswhose calory intakes may not be sufficient to supply all required nutrients.
  • The elderly who tend to absorb nutrients less efficiently from foods.
  • Those recovering from infection or surgery Supplements may help the body overcome the stress of illness.
  • Vegans (strict vegetarians) who may need vitamin B12.
  • Women of child-bearing age who may need Iron.
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