Flaxseed Oil or Snake Oil?

I have lots of clients who take lots of supplements. I am in the process of developing my own supplement. I ordered a bunch of empty gel capsules from China. I am looking for ground up stuff  to put into  them. I might try a combination of baking soda and cocoa powder. I will sell them as high in cocoa antioxidants. I will sell them for large amounts of money. If you buy one bottle in the next 10 minutes I will send the second bottle for only $19.99.  Hurry, supplies are limited. (I get tired of pouring the cocoa into those little bitty capsules.) Do you think it will sell? I bet I could get on Dr. Oz’s show. Maybe he would even let me do the Carol Burnett mop and bucket routine. (See previous blogs about Carol.) 

Are supplements safe? Should you take supplements?  The answer is multi-dimensional. Some supplements are very valuable and very safe. Follow the 4 C’s for buying supplements:

Cost–Many of the very expensive supplements offer very little health benefit. Often you can find a replacement that is just as effective.  

Contents–Read the label carefully. Know what you are taking. 

Country–Where is it produced? Countries have varying standards of purity.   

Claims–Are the claims grandiose? Can it cure everything, including hangnails? Buyer Beware! 

If you have concerns or questions, ask your physician. If you are taking prescription medications, the supplements may interact with these medications. You can also ask me. I would be happy to give you accurate information regarding supplements.   

Now I need some help from you. Does anyone know where I can get a teeny tiny itsy bitsy funnel to use to fill these little capsules?

Mary Kate Meyer, MS, RDN, LD

Registered Dietitian

Hi, I’m Mary Kate. I love to try new foods and explore new restaurants and coffee shops, and even went on a homemade bagel-making kick this summer! My interest in nutrition started in middle school with my mom adding more veggies to our meals and making them taste interesting and fun, which sparked my interest to help her cook and learn more about how the food we eat impacts us every day. Over the years, I’ve witnessed firsthand the profound impact that proper nutrition and daily fueling can have on overall health. Like many of my clients, I have faced challenges with my own gut health and hormonal changes, so I can relate to the frustrations and fatigue that come with seeking relief. Through personalized care and tailored nutrition, I discovered the keys to my health, and my goal is to help others bring their sense of vitality back! 

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