The Need for Nutritional Supplements

Have you ever expressed any of these sentiments?
-That almost all wellness deiciencies are part of the normal aging process, therefore there is nothing one can do about it.
-That all nutrients we need are obtained from our average daily intake, therefore supplementation is a waste of money.
The truth about our current food situation, according to experts, is that we are not getting enough of the nutrients that are needed for maintaining excellent health. This is because most of what we eat are over-processed, which make them lose their nutrients, particularly the vitamins. In the hope of obtaining enough nutrients therefore, we eat too much. The estimate is that about 60% of the world ppulation is over-weight, which brings in its own problems.
It is true that aging is a natural process in man, but the process is usually accelerated if the body is not able to obtain enough of the required nutrients as discussed in previous postings. The body cells are damaged faster while new ones are formed slowly. For this reason, the body parts begin to lose their functions.
To slow down the aging process therefore, it is important for us to eat foods that are rich in nutrients, and that are as natural as possible. If this goal cannot be immediately achieved, there may be need for nutritional supplements that are formulated to provide the body with enough nutrients while preventing over-eating.
Apart from being natural and being able to supply the required nutrients, supplements have the added advantage of being cheap.