Dietary Supplement Handbook: Part 1 - Definition and Types
by Jason J. Duke - Owner/Artisan
Fresh Content: August 1, 2022 20:20
Turmeric, a vibrant golden spice, adds warmth and depth to countless dishes. From curries to soups, it's a culinary staple. Beyond the kitchen, turmeric has emerged as a popular dietary supplement, a category of food distinct from conventional foods. Available as fresh root, powder, drink, or capsule, turmeric offers a versatile way to incorporate this ingredient into your routine.
Dietary Supplement
A category of food, distinct from conventional foods, that is intended to supplement the diet rather than serve as a primary source of nutrition. Supplements can include vitamins, minerals, herbs or other botanicals, amino acids, enzymes, and other ingredients. They come in various forms, such as pills, capsules, powders, and liquids.
Types of Supplements
Supplements come in various forms, including:
- Powder: Fine, loose, dried form of the supplement, often mixed with liquids or added to foods.
- Pill or Tablet: Compressed powder form of the supplement, designed for easy swallowing.
- Capsule: A gelatinous shell encasing the powdered or liquid form of the supplement.
- Gelcap or Softgel: A soft, pliable capsule containing liquid or oil-based supplement ingredients.
- Liquid: A concentrated liquid suspension of the supplement, often taken directly or mixed with beverages.
- Tincture: A liquid of herbs or other substances, typically made by soaking the material in alcohol, glycerine, vinegar, or oil and extracting.
- Gummies: Chewable supplements with a gummy-like texture, often flavored and sweetened.
- Chewables: Similar to gummies, chewable supplements are designed to be chewed before swallowing.
- Effervescent Tablets: Tablets that dissolve in water, creating a fizzy drink containing the supplement.
- Strips: Thin, dissolvable strips that are placed on the tongue to deliver the supplement.
- Drops: Liquid supplements dispensed in drop form, often taken under the tongue or added to food or drinks.
Dietary Supplement Handbook
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