Dietary Supplements; Are They Right For You?

Dietary supplements are substances used to add nutrients to an individual's diet who may otherwise not be getting enough of a particular vitamin or mineral or to lower the risk of health complications such as arthritis. They come in many different forms such as pills, powders, capsules, gel tabs, liquids, and energy bars and include amino acids, enzymes, probiotics, vitamins, minerals, and herbs. Dietary supplements can be purchased over the counter.