Vitamin Supplements

There are questions frequently asked about vitamin supplements. The most important thing to remember is to obtain them from a reputable supplier, because nutritional supplements are not regulated as stringently as medications, both in the USA and in Japan. If you are experiencing specific symptoms, such as fatigue, weight loss, or mental/physical deterioration, medical causes are possible. This possibility can be eliminated by your physician.

The official policy of most medical associations is that nutritional supplements are not necessary if one maintains an adequate and balanced diet and reasonable amount of exercise. Of course, what is considered adequate and balanced is not defined by most medical groups. Patients are not quite sure if their own specific diet and activity would be considered adequate. Obviously, certain extreme life styles and habits, such as tobacco use and alcoholism, would obviate any attempts at health maintenance. However, most patients would consider some sort of vitamin supplements to improve their chances of leading healthier an longer lives.

Nippon Medical Clinic has contracted with Wellness International recently to provide its patients with an additional service of providing vitamin supplements to those who are interested. Among many suppliers of these products, we have researched and found the single supplier whose products are listed in the Physicians' Desk Reference, which is a compendium of reputable medications that are approved for use in the USA. There are different products which are designed for different individuals.