Are All Nutritional Supplements Alike?

Everyone has read the reports and seen theBSc, MSc. MacWilliam is a former Canadian
news. Worldwide, topsoil is becoming increasinglyMember of Parliament and a current member of
depleted and lacks the necessary nutrients andthe Legislative Assembly for British Columbia. His
minerals that our bodies need to be healthy. Ourbook carefully analyzes over 500 products
human environments are often toxic and wreakavailable in the US and Canada. The products that
havoc on our health. Free radicals attack ourare listed at the top are best in the market
immune system. The only solution seems to betoday.
supplementation with vitamins, minerals, and2. Look for a company who has worldwide
antioxidants to compensate for environmentalscientific alliances and a reputation for putting
deficiencies.quality first.
How do most people react to this information?3. Check to see if there is a guaranteed potency.
They take a trip to the local supercenter orYes, there are companies who offer this and who
pharmacy, grab bottles of a cheap popularfollow stringent analytical and quality control
supplement, and then think their job is done. Theyprocedures. In other words, these companies
aren't even questioning if what they consume ismake sure that what you see on a product's label
nutritionally complete and balanced.is actually in the product.
In laboratory testing, some health supplements4. Make sure the company's products follow
have been found to be not only nutritionallypharmaceutical-grade good manufacturing
unbalanced, but to have incorrect and misleadingpractices (GMP). This is a step above FDA
labels. Many times what consumers think they areregulations. This means a variety of government
buying and what they are actually receiving areagencies conduct periodic inspections and require
two different things.control of procedures, as well as documentation.
What can people do to ensure they are5. Lastly, look to see if the company's products
purchasing supplements that are high quality andprovide a money-back guarantee. Believe it or
nutritionally balanced? There are companies thatnot, there is a company that is so confident about
invest significant time and money into extensiveits products that it offers a revolutionary one
research. Here are 5 tips to assist consumers:million dollar money-back guarantee to professional
1. Perform careful research. The internet is aand world class athletes.
great help. Don't just go along with the latest fads.In other words, do your due diligence, and you will
A good book to read is "The Comparative Guidefind reputable companies that deliver quality
to Nutritional Supplements" by Lyle MacWilliam,products consistently.