Key Takeaways
- Most adults in the U.S. take dietary supplements, including multivitamin-mineral supplements, vitamin D, and omega-3 fatty acid supplements.
- If certain supplements are taken together, experts say it can lead to decreased effectiveness, increase the risk of side effects, or even cause potential harm to your health.
- You should talk with a healthcare provider before taking any supplements to see if it’s safe, especially if you have a certain health condition or are taking specific medications.
More than half of adults in the United States take some kind of supplement or vitamin daily. Depending on the supplement you take,