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@dablues
I take vitamin D because two of the seizure meds I take cause the liver to metabolize it faster.
Also take B complex because the two medications also lower B12 and B9. I was also low in another B vitamin so doctor felt B complex would be best.
I take iron because I donate blood, plasma, and platelets frequently. I need to keep my hemoglobin up.
But I don't take supplements unless there is a medical need to do so. I have vitamin and mineral profile tests to show if I am low in something.
Why don’t you ask your doctor for a vitamin and mineral profile test?
And if you don’t like the answer your doctor gives you why don’t you pin him down more and ask him specific questions. Why don’t you pin him down more and ask him specific questions. How does he know you don’t need a supplement of some sort unless he does the proper studies. In my opinion, you should be sure you need some- thing before you take it. Just because you can buy something off of a store shelf doesn’t mean you shouldJust because you can buy something off of a store shelf doesn’t mean you should. I have vitamin and mineral studies done at least once a year.
Have you thought about changing doctors? Have you thought about changing doctors?
Take care,
Jake

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Hello Jake,
In fact, I did change doctors and the one I have is wonderful. He is ready for any questions I have and has proved to be a great resource for things that I ask about such as fasting intermittently. I see him for acupuncture as well.
I do not take anything that I do not need to take and I do not take any prescription. I use diet as my medicine. It seems to be working as any tests come back with nothing off. I also really pay attention to my body which most people, especially the senior population does not do. They trust their doctors and do what they are told. I listen carefully to mine. Its amazing what you hear when you do. Like when your car is making noises I have learned that it will be advantageous to listen carefully.
Thank you for your comments and interest in my well being. I appreciate it.