The recent Consumer Reports article about dietary supplements strengthens the case for naturopathic doctors. The headline of the report “ Supplements can make you Sick ” suggests the dangers of dietary supplements and that they may be doing more harm than good. It takes a closer look at the report to determine the nuanced truth. I included a link to the article below but if you don’t have the time or interest to read it, here’s my synopsis: Many of the dietary supplements and vitamins available at drugstores and big-box stores may not have the adequate potency or ingredients to be effective and may contain harmful additives. Many dietary supplements claiming to aid in weight loss contain dangerous stimulants and should be avoided. The use of physician quality dietary supplements and vitamins can be safe if used under the supervision and direction of a physician. Many medical doctors (MDs) and pharmacists are not adequately trained in the therapeutic use o