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Pharmaceutical-Grade vs. Regular Nutritional Supplements: Key Differences
Posted by Lena Edwards MD on
Did you know that over 85% of Americans spend over $30 billion annually on nutritional supplements?! If you are one of the 85%, then you’ll want to make sure that you’re spending your hard earned money wisely! When choosing nutritional supplements, you may come across terms like pharmaceutical-grade, medical-grade, or regular supplements (also called over-the- counter or commercial supplements). Understanding these distinctions is extremely important if you want to purchase safe, quality, supplements that actually work. Overview of Pharmaceutical-Grade vs. Regular Supplements Pharmaceutical-Grade Supplements Pharmaceutical-grade supplements must meet higher purity, potency, and bioavailability standards than regular supplements. They are often...