Frequently Asked Questions About Nutritional Supplements: What Works and Why

Below is a series of questions that have been asked about Nutritional Supplements: What Works and Why. If you do not see your question listed, please email me and I will be happy to address your question personally.

1. Who was Nutritional Supplements: What Works and Why, written for? Nutritional Supplements: What Works and Why was written for the person who either uses supplements and wants to know more about the products they use, as well as those individuals who are thinking about which supplements might be right for them—and want honest, easy-to-understand information that they can trust. Because the book is both easy to read and detailed, it also makes a great resource for both teachers and students as well as those involved in wellness fields such as, nutritionists, fitness trainers, massage therapists, nurses, dental hygienists, beauticians, and chiropractors.

2. How many supplements are listed in the book? The book contains a total of 119 popular supplements, ranging from vitamins, minerals, herbs, amino acids and other products. More specifically, 86 major supplements are alphabetically listed and reviewed according to their major claims, benefits and side effects. The remaining supplements are strategically placed and reviewed alongside related products to enhance the learning process. For example, both glucosamine and chondroitin are popular supplements for arthritis. Chondroitin is reviewed in the glucosamine chapter so that you don't have to skip to another area of the book to review that supplement. This feature makes Nutritional Supplements: What Works and Why very user-friendly.

3. How do I know my credit card information is safe when I order online? When you purchase any of my books online from my secure website, your credit card information is 100% safe. Nobody except for the company processing the online transaction knows your credit card number. Those who do not wish to purchase online can send a check for $24.95 to PO Box 297. Folsom PA, 19033. Checks should be made out to Joe Cannon and should include $5 for shipping.

4. How long does it take for the book to get to me? Generally, it should take five or less business days for Nutritional Supplements: What Works and Why to be delivered to you. When you purchase the book online, you will receive a confirmation email from me letting you know that your order has been received and that the book has been mailed to you. In most cases, the book will be taken to the post office the very same day that you purchase it. If you ever have any questions about your order, I encourage you to email me and I will be happy to help you personally.

5. Do you have a return policy? Yes. If you are not 100% satisfied with your purchase, you have 14 days to return the undamaged book for a full refund of the book price (shipping not included). Returned books must be in perfect condition for a full refund to be issued. If returning a book, please send me an email so I know to expect it.

6. What kinds of supplemetnnts are listed in Nutritional Supplements: What Works and Why? The book contains an array of popular supplements that you may be taking right now or are thinking about taking. The supplements listed range from vitamins, minerals, amino acids, herbs and protein as well as supplements popular among woman, those who exercise, senior citizens, supplements marketed to men and products that are of interest to those with a variety of issues and concerns ranging from weight loss, arthritis, depression, heart disease, osteoporosis, diabetes, insomnia, sexual concerns, cancer and even HIV. Some hormones are reviewed in the book as well.

7. Does the book have an index? Yes. Nutritional Supplements: What Works and Why has a very user-friendly index that not only lists the supplements but also is cross referenced according to those supplements advertised for a number of conditions. For example, if your are curious about supplements for weight loss, search the index under “weight loss”. All the supplements in the book that are marketed for weight loss are listed right there. If you are investigating supplements advertised to help menopause, memory, osteoporosis AIDS/HIV etc. then look in the index under those concerns.

8. How do I know the book is good? Nutritional Supplements: What Works and Why was designed to be both easy to read and packed with useful information that you are unlikely to find in any other single book. If you look through the “articles page” on my website you can see some of the things I've written in the past and get a feel for the way I write. Nutritional Supplements: What Works and Why contains more information than is in those articles. Those who are skeptical, can also read the comments of the medical and health professionals who have endorsed the book! Nutritional Supplements: What Works and Why is the culmination of over 10 years of study and investigation. I wrote the book first and foremost to educate and inform. I would not be telling you about this book if I did not sincerely believe that it is one of the most comprehensive, accurate and easy to understand books of its kind on the market today.

9. Does the book cover supplements that do not work? Yes. For some supplements, there is a difference between what the advertisements want you to believe and what the evidence says. When documented evidence exists that that a supplement may not live up to your expectations, you receive that information. When evidence exists that a supplement may have effects that are not generally advertised (both positive and negative), you receive that information also.

10. Does the book list side effects? Yes. Every major supplement listed is reviewed for its side effects. This includes those side effects that are known to exist as well as those which medical and health experts think might occur. For example, if a supplement lowers blood sugar, then it might also interact with medications that diabetics may be taking. This information not only makes you a more informed consumer but also helps you discuss your conditions and needs better with your physician and other health care professionals.

11. How can I trust the information in the book? Nutritional Supplements: What Works and Why has 851 references to back up its conclusions. The vast majority of these references are documented, clinical studies—the very best kind of evidence! Most facts are also referenced right in the text of the book. For example, if the statement is made that glucosamine helps arthritis, there is a reference after that sentence so that you can go back to the bibliography and see that study for yourself. References that can be viewed online also contain their internet address so that you can enter this information into your computer and read the information online. This makes the book perfect for not only consumers but also students studying nutrition, massage therapy, nursing, chiropractic medicine, supplements, exercise science and other health-related fields.

12. Is the book anti-supplement? Absolutely not! Nutritional Supplements: What Works and Why has no hidden agenda of any kind. I spent over 10 years studying, investigating and writing about supplements because I wanted to help people save money, time and frustration and empower them with the knowledge to ask the right questions and choose supplements wisely. Nutritional Supplements: What Works and Why is about the documented, clinical evidence for supplements— without any bias, hype, spin or testimonials of any kind. If a supplement has evidence that it does what it is supposed to do or has beneficial effects—as many supplements do—you get that proof. When evidence exists that a supplement may not live up to its expectations, you get that information as well. Nutritional Supplements: What Works and Why pulls no punches! One of the main goals of the book is to empower you with the information you need to see both sides of the story and choose supplements that might be best for you.

13. Is the book pro-supplement? Absolutely not! Nutritional Supplements: What Works and Why is neither pro-supplement or anti-supplement. When a beneficial effect is found for a supplement and is backed up by good science, you will learn about it. When the research finds that a supplement may not do what you think, you get that information also. The bottom line is that the book calls it right down the middle and gives you both sides of the issue. There is little doubt that once you open the pages of Nutritional Supplements: What Works and Why, you will soon find yourself discovering answers to questions that you have always wondered about! That’s because the book was written with YOU and your questions in mind. If you use supplements or are thinking about them, Nutritional Supplements: What Works and Why is THE book that you always wanted to read.

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