Dietary supplements

Key facts Dietary supplements are also called food supplements or nutritional supplements. They can give you nutrients that might be missing from your diet. You may need a dietary supplement if you are pregnant, older, have a medical condition or you have a restricted diet. Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking any dietary supplements before they prescribe or dispense a new medicine for you. For most people, the best way to get all the nutrients you need is to eat a balanced diet. What are dietary supplements? Dietary supplements (also called food supplements or nutritional supplements) are