Cost of self-prescription: When do you really need supplements?

Commercial interest have led many people to falsely believe they need supplements. The easiest culprit is collagen.

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You’ve probably heard about collagen and its benefits to your body, particularly if you are over 30. From glowing skin to stronger nails, thicker, darker hair to better joints — the selling points are endless.

Collagen is the supplement that seems to live everywhere often stirred into smoothies and teas. But what truly dictates whether one should take collagen or any other supplement for that matter and do you know that professionals advise that before you take any supplement, you should undergo a clinical assessment?

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