Supplementscan be a great way to get more of a necessary nutrient in your daily routine.

“Supplements are just that, supplements, to an otherwise balanced diet.

They should not be relied upon to avoid or ignore healthy eating patterns.

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Not only that but many popular supplements on the market aren’t proven to be effective.

So unless your doctor or dietitian has suggested it, you may be wasting your money.

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I did sleep well, but the next day I was incredibly groggy.

However, supplements do not seem to provide added value.

They can also have undesirable side effects like fishy burps and do not always offer the health benefits touted.

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Cinnamon

“I wouldn’t use cinnamon, which is a popular supplement right now.

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