Vitamins - Introduction - Unwanted Guests

Be cautious when purchasing synthetic vitamins labeled "natural". Many products also contain sugar, starch, yeast, wheat, soy, and preservatives. Some may also contain dangerous elements such as lead, tar, and artificial additives and colours.

If supplementing, aim to purchase vitamin products that contain simply vitamins. Additional ingredients are not only unnecessary, as proven by the many companies that refrain from adding them, but may cause allergic reactions and/or hinder the absorption and/or effectiveness of a particular supplement. Sugar-laced chewable vitamins, for example, will hinder the effectiveness of various body systems.

Check labels carefully -- often you will be quite surprised. Contact the supplement company if you have any concerns about the contents of the supplements you take or are considering taking.