Dietary supplements are increasingly taking the form of jelly-like gums that look almost like candy. However, these are not harmless sweets!
These new food supplements, known as gummies, are making their way onto supermarket shelves and into pharmacies!
But are they really safe for our health? Let’s find out!
Too much sugar?
All the pharmaceuticals and laboratories are getting in on the act! These gummies can be found in the form of fruit, stars or even colorful teddy bears in every brand!
Many people avoid these supplements because of their sugar content.
However, according to Dr. Jean-Michel Lecerf, a nutritionist at the Pasteur Institute in Lille, « it’s enough to limit sugar consumption when following a cure ».
What’s more, most formulas are now sugar-free!
» Beware, however, of synthetic sweeteners , which can be harmful to the liver when consumed regularly , » stresses pharmacy doctor Valérie Espinasse.
A natural composition?
Today, most products meet a growing demand for naturalness!
The words » no coloring « , » no artificial flavoring » and » vegan » are increasingly appearing on packaging.
However, despite the efforts of pharmaceutical companies to make these gummies healthy, don’t hesitate to check your labels and read the composition!
Beware of overdosing
Be sure to follow the dosage instructions! It’s true that these gummies in the shape of stars or teddy bears are rather attractive and taste like candy, but resist the temptation to take more than you need!
Nibbling gum could lead to an overdose of vitamins and trace elements!
Is it really effective on the body?
» Although a balanced diet can cover all our nutrient needs, these products, like all dietary supplements, can support the body when it is weakened , » explains the nutritionist.
These gummies are harmless, but be sure to use French laboratories and avoid buying gummies on the Internet!