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Supplements vs Food: What You Need to Know

Read This Magazine by Read This Magazine
19 March 2024
in Health, Lifestyle
Supplements vs Food Feature

Our love affair with supplements is one that extends back generations, yet are the things we believe about the pill-sized dietary additions actually true? We look at six supplement assumptions to challenge whether perception matches reality where the physical wellbeing of our bodies is concerned in supplements vs food.

1. All supplements benefit the body

While some supplements can address specific nutritional deficiencies, not all are necessary or beneficial for everyone. The effectiveness of a supplement can vary based on individual health needs, age and lifestyle.

Nevertheless, when used appropriately and under medical guidance, certain supplements like Vitamin D and Omega-3 fatty acids have been shown to support overall health and wellbeing, especially in individuals who have specific dietary restrictions or deficiencies.

2. Supplements prolong life

The promise of longevity is often linked to supplement use, but scientific evidence does not uniformly support this claim. Most supplements are not proven to directly extend life expectancy and some can even be harmful if taken in excess or without proper medical advice.

That said, incorporating certain supplements, as part of a healthy lifestyle, has been associated with better health outcomes. For example, calcium and vitamin D supplements are known to support bone health, potentially reducing the risk of fractures in older adults.

3. Supplements can replace food

Supplements are often thought to be a substitute for a balanced diet, but this is a misconception. The term ‘supplement’ implies an addition to, not a replacement for, after all, and there is no substitute for a nutritious diet. Ultimately, they cannot and will never replace or replicate the full range of nutrients and benefits of whole foods.

What they can do is play a useful role in filling nutritional gaps in the diet, particularly for nutrients that may be lacking due to dietary restrictions, health conditions, or aging.

Supplements vs Food

4. Supplements ward off disease

The belief that supplements can prevent chronic diseases like diabetes, cancer and heart disease is overly optimistic. While certain supplements can support health, they are not a cure-all solution and should never be solely relied upon for disease prevention.

What is true is that some supplements, when taken in conjunction with a healthy lifestyle, have shown potential in supporting disease prevention efforts. For example, Omega-3 supplements may support heart health and vitamin C is known for its immune-boosting properties.

5. Supplements are risk-free

The perception that supplements are completely safe and without risks can be a dangerous one. Just like any substance, supplements can cause side-effects and interact with medications. It’s essential to approach supplement use with caution, and ideally under the guidance of a healthcare professional.

6. The more you take, the more they work

The idea that taking more supplements leads to better health is our final misconception. In fact, excessive consumption of certain vitamins and minerals can actually be harmful. Balance and moderation are always key in supplement use.

Ultimately, when used in the right amounts, supplements can play a valuable role in maintaining and improving health.

Supplements vs food the conclusion

While supplements are often surrounded by various misapprehensions, understanding their true role and limitations is essential in maximising the positive benefits the body can take from them.

The wonder pill of many a generation they are not; yet as a trusty steer working alongside your own dietary and physical efforts to stay healthy, a supplement, used correctly, has the ability to give your body something extra to help it flourish.

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