Nutrition Supplements — Do You Really Need Them?

Wondering if to take health supplements? Walk into any pharmacy or health store, and you’ll see shelves full of vitamins, minerals, and “wellness” products promising stronger immunity, better mood, and more energy. It’s no surprise that supplement use is common, and a BMJ report found that 36% of the UK population takes some form of supplement, and interestingly, many of these are taken by people without any signs of deficiency. Here, I explore what the science and the NHS say about taking nutritional supplements.