Supplements are not medicines

04-Nov-2026

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Supplements are popular for boosting health, but most healthy Indians can meet nutritional needs with a balanced diet of grains, pulses, vegetables, fruits, nuts, and protein. 

Deficiencies in vitamin B12, D, iron, and calcium occur in some groups like vegetarians, pregnant women, and older adults, who may require targeted supplementation. 

Doctors advise using supplements only after medical assessment to address specific deficiencies, warning against routine use or substituting supplements for poor diets, which can be harmful if misused.