Pros & Cons of Supplements

Max points: 5 Type: Podcast

This episode explores both the pros and cons of mental health supplements, highlighting safety concerns, regulation issues, and costs alongside their effectiveness and accessibility. It helps listeners understand when supplements may be beneficial, potential risks, and how to use them wisely as part of holistic care.

Channel: Beautiful Minds Wellness Duration: 0:29:05

Questions

1. What did the FDA estimate about dietary supplements around the year 2000?

About 5,000 total, growing by 100/year About 50,000 total, shrinking annually About 10,000 total, no growth About 29,000 total, growing by ~1,000/year

2. How did the speakers suggest some people could pay for certain supplements with pre-tax dollars?

Use a cryptocurrency wallet Enroll in a pharmacy loyalty program Apply manufacturer rebates at checkout Charge to an HSA with a prescriber's written recommendation

3. Who co-hosts the episode with Dr. Daniel Bynes, and what is his credential?

Michael Torres, family physician Emily Carter, psychiatric RN Dr. Sarah Nguyen, clinical psychologist Jonathan Edens, psychiatric PA

4. Which certification was described as a higher standard than cGMP for supplement manufacturing?

ISO 27001 NSF USP Verified FDA Seal

5. Which supplement did they single out for significant drug–drug interaction risk and therefore rarely recommend?

Magnesium glycinate St. John's wort Vitamin D3 Fish oil

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