Herbs, botanicals, and dietary supplements can contain potent chemicals, and
should be taken with the same care as you would a prescription from your doctor.
We at MuscleMaster.Net encourage you to speak to your health care provider
about each dietary supplement you are taking (including simple vitamins!) Many
herbs and botanicals, as well as natural dietary supplements, can interfere with
prescription medicines, or cause negative reactions. Certain medical conditions
and allergies can also cause negative reactions with dietary supplement use.
Many supplements contain active ingredients that can have strong effects in
the body. Taking a combination of supplements, using these products together
with medicine, or substituting them in place of prescribed medicines could lead
to harmful, even life-threatening results.
Also, some supplements can have unwanted effects before, during, and after
surgery. It is important to let your doctor and other health professionals know
about the vitamins, minerals, botanicals, and other products you are taking,
especially before surgery.
Whatever your choice, supplements should not replace prescribed medications
or the variety of foods important to a healthful diet.
