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• Calcium supplements: Do men need them too?
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• Dietary supplements vs. food: Which is better?
• Fiber supplements: Are they safe to take every day?
• Multivitamins: Do young children need them?
• Percent Daily Value: What does it mean?
• Prenatal vitamins: OK for women who aren't pregnant?
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• Vitamin D: How much do I need?
• Vitamin D: How much is too much?

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