Dietary supplements can help people improve or maintain their overall health, but they may also come with health risks. Before deciding whether to take a supplement, it is important to know the facts. This video developed by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration reviews the risks of taking dietary supplements, especially taking supplements instead of or in addition to medications, and encourages consumers to talk to their healthcare professional about any dietary supplements they are taking. For more information, visit:https://www.fda.gov/dietarysupplements.