1. Nutrient supplements
Supplements for nutrients are specifically designed to help increase nutrient levels in the body and fulfill special requirements. These supplements may comprise of minerals and vitamins, amino acids, or polyunsaturated fatty acids. They may either contain a single nutrient or a combination of multiple vitamins and minerals.
It is important to note that approved nutrient supplements cannot provide any source of energy to the body. They are meant solely to promote the uptake of specific nutrients and cannot make claims regarding other health benefits. These supplements typically consist of vitamins or minerals and are available in the form of tablets, capsules, granules or oral liquids. It is recommended to consume no more than 20 grams of granules or 30 ml of oral liquid per day.
2. Dietary Supplements
Supplements that aim to address dietary deficiencies or unique requirements of an individual are known as dietary supplements. These products differ from nutrient supplements as they may contain other ingredients aside from essential nutrients found in our regular diet, including herbs such as ginseng and plantain. The main goal of these supplements is to provide an extra source of nutrients to supplement those already present in the diet.