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Importance of Topic to Practice
The use of dietary supplements is common in the general population. Individuals may use dietary supplements for a variety of reasons and may use these products concurrently with conventional medicine. Consumers may not be aware of potential interactions between dietary supplements and medications, nutrients and/or foods that may cause adverse effects.
In view of the high use of dietary supplements, the rapidly expanding range of products available