How to Choose Between Natural and Synthetic Supplements

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How to Choose Between Natural and Synthetic Supplements

What are the general differences between natural vitamins and minerals and synthetic versions on the market? How do synthetics rival their natural counterparts in safety, effectiveness, and price?

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by Spiritheart

Dec 14 '00

Wholesale Buying of Herbs
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by Spiritheart

Jan 09 '01

Herb the Whole Family Takes - Including the Dog
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by blackelve

Aug 23 '00

Stay Real
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by goddess_30

Jun 22 '01

Advil or Feverfew? Sominex or Melatonin?
Despite the controversy over using natural herbs to allieviate everyday symptoms, I have nothing but good results with the vitamins I have tried.... read full review

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by skyrydr

Dec 18 '00

Synthetics - not the same!
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by squallvay

Oct 09 '00

Nature vs. Science
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by wmeaton

Sep 24 '00

Too Good To Be True???
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by Wanbli_Gleska

Dec 27 '00

Red Raspberry....Great Herb For Women
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by shelby_h

Nov 21 '00

Salt IS good.
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by Tori42

Sep 23 '00

Learning From The Pro's
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by calwaone

Aug 25 '00

Mama Would Have Been Burned As A Witch!
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by Brandon_L

Mar 10 '01

Natural=dependable, Synthetic=risky
If real food don't give you the necessary nutrients, natural supplements are probably better for you, because it doesn't have genetically altered material.... read full review

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by trinitee1

May 22 '01

Right or Left ... does it matter?
Knowledge is power. Read the labels and buy the natural form. The cost differential is minimal while the risks may be great. ... read full review

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by Johnjuniet

Aug 27 '00

Use natural, period!!!
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by wildlifesavr1

Oct 11 '00

Natural all the way
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