The Case for Supplements

Michael A. Smith, MD

It’s true that we should be getting essential nutrients from food. An organic-based diet with plenty of fruits and vegetables should be enough to keep us healthy. But it’s not.

Relying solely on food may keep you from developing vitamin deficiencies, but a dietary approach alone is not going to come close to optimizing your health.

Let’s look at some of the reasons we believe supplementing your diet with vitamins and minerals is absolutely necessary in this day and age.

Poor Soil Conditions

Dr. Bernard Jensenwas a world renowned clinical nutritionist once said that a tomato today is not …read more