Are Supplements Worth Taking?

I decided to dedicate this article to some fascinating information on supplements, and if they are worth taking? Many people think all supplements are created equal, I am not an expert on the matter, but in my research, trainings and personal experience, I have found this is far from the truth!
One thing you want to look for in a supplement is absorbability. Many vitamins are sold in pill form and have coatings, artificial colors, hydrogenated oils and fillers that make them very hard for the body to absorb and digest. A supplement that I use is a powder that I mix with water which is isotonic.
All fluids in the body have a certain concentration, which is called osmotic pressure. In order for a substance to be used in the body's metabolism, it must be changed to the isotonic state. When an isotonic substance enters the body, it will be absorbed rapidly. With isotonic fluids, little nutritive value is lost, thus, the absorption of nutrients is highly efficient. An isotonic fluid is nature's own nutrient delivery system.
There are about 40 vitamins and minerals that are essential and must be obtained by diet and or supplementation. These days we can no longer get all the nutrients we need from our foods. Vitamins can help replace them because our body cannot synthesize enough to meet its needs.
Air pollutants, chemicals and other environmental hazards can cause free radicals to damage our bodies. Vitamins and minerals that are high in antioxidants can help fight these free radicals. Also, eating organic fruits such as, blueberries, bilberries, and blackberries, as well as, dark, leafy green vegetables are loaded with antioxidants.
We all know calcium is important for strong teeth and bones, and can reduce the risk of osteoporosis. It can even help maintain healthy cholesterol levels. Women and teens especially need a good calcium supplement.
Vitamin C helps keep our immune system strong. B complex gives us energy as well as decreasing stress and improving mood. Both B and C vitamins are water soluble and are not stored in the body so they need to be replaced daily.
Fat soluble vitamins such as A, D, E, and K, play specific roles in the maintenance and repair of body cells and tissues.
I suggest you do your own research to find the supplements you need, or ask an expert. Of course, combining supplements with healthy eating and exercise is the best way to obtain optimal health.