Your Questions About Nutritional & Natural Supplements Answered
At the Centre for Biological Medicine, we believe supplements are powerful tools when used correctly. Below are answers to the most common questions we receive about supplementation.
Answer: Even with the cleanest diet, it’s difficult to get everything your body needs today. Soil depletion, chronic stress, toxins, and aging all increase your nutrient needs. Supplements help bridge the gap—especially during times of healing, illness, or increased physical or emotional demand.
❓ Do I really need supplements if I eat a healthy diet?
Answer: We use only clinical-grade, practitioner-trusted brands that are third-party tested for purity, potency, and absorption. These are not the same as over-the-counter products. The difference lies in quality, effectiveness, and safety.
❓ What kind of supplements do you recommend?
Answer: Yes, some supplements may interact with medications. That’s why it’s important to work with a trained professional like Dr. Karim Dhanani, ND. He reviews all prescriptions and ensures that any supplementation is safe, compatible, and supportive of your total care plan.
❓ Can supplements interfere with medications?
Answer: When used properly under professional guidance, supplements are generally very safe. However, self-prescribing can lead to incorrect dosing or unintended effects. At our clinic, your plan is based on lab testing, clinical evaluation, and your unique biology.
❓ Are supplements safe?
Answer: That depends on your health goals. Some supplements are used short-term to correct a deficiency or support detox; others may be used longer to support chronic conditions or prevention. We regularly review and update your plan so you’re not taking anything unnecessary.
❓ How long do I need to take supplements?
Answer: Many store-bought supplements contain low-quality ingredients, fillers, or doses too small to have an effect. Professional-grade supplements are formulated for clinical use, with proven bioavailability, active forms of nutrients, and strict manufacturing standards.
❓ What’s the difference between drugstore supplements and professional-grade ones?
Answer: A multivitamin may offer basic coverage, but it’s a broad-spectrum solution—not personalized. For example, if you’re low in magnesium or B12, you’ll need targeted support. Our recommendations are based on your body’s specific needs, not guesswork.
❓ Can I just take a multivitamin instead?
Answer: No—supplements don’t override your body; they support it. In fact, many protocols are designed to be temporary until the body can restore balance on its own. Our goal is always to help your body function independently and optimally.
❓ Will I become dependent on supplements?
Answer: Absolutely. Nutrient therapy can reduce inflammation, support detox pathways, balance hormones, enhance immunity, and more. While they aren’t “magic pills,” supplements—used in combination with proper diet, lifestyle, and testing—can significantly improve quality of life.
❓ Can supplements really help with chronic conditions?
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Whether you’re struggling with chronic symptoms or simply want to optimize your health, supplementation, when done correctly, can be a powerful part of your healing toolkit.