Health Risks and Safety of Using Diet Supplements

Abstract

The paper discussed various aspects of using diet supplements in human nutrition. The dynamics of this food production in 2008 – 2014 was characterized and the planned pace of production growth till 2018 was provided. The universality of diet supplement use by different consumer groups was assessed. The main reasons for the consumption of diet supplements were supplied. Moreover, the benefits and dangers of using various bioactive substances contained in the products were listed. It was proven that the products are purchased too eagerly due to the common access to diet supplements and encouraging producer’s commercials. It was stated that prior to the decision on using diet supplements, it is essential to assess the person’s nutrition. Diet
supplementation should be directed at supplying only these bioactive components that the body is deficient in or that are scarce in a daily diet. Therefore, the order of food product selection that should be abided by when balancing a diet property were suggested. Moreover, the attention was drawn to the fact the some diet supplement components may interact with drugs or other food components. These interactions may have side effects, increasing the risk of numerous non-infectious disorders. Therefore, it is advisable to contact a doctor or a dietician before selecting and using diet supplements.