Which Supplements Should I Take? What Actually Helps?

I don't sell or endorse any supplements, powders or foods, and that makes me a little different than some you may have heard talking about supplements. It is a law of human nature that an "expert" will tend to promote just exactly what will increase the size of his paycheck.

The recommendations I give you in this video come from the reading I've done into the research, and years of taking care of patients in my practice. I don't make or sell any of these supplements.

I think there are a few supplements that most of us need to take, and many other supplements that most of us can do just fine without. If you take a supplement I didn't mention, please ask me about it in the comments below.

Here are the supplements I talk about:

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[Bill]

Thanks Dr Berry. Started following you about 2 wks ago. Lost 30 pounds with your help so far.

[psfca]

Vitamin D, Magnesium , Omega 3, COq10, Zinc, B Complex Vitamins, Vitamin K2. Thanks and everyone take care !

[koolburn]

1. Vitamin D3
2. Magnesium
3. Omega 3s
4. CoQ10
5. Zinc
6. B complex
7. Vitamin K2(MK4)

[lindaa]

I was a vegan for a few years and on many, many supplements but beings I've been keto and transitioning to carnivore, I've thrown out so many in fear of over doing it because I'm getting better nutrition from the food I eat. I can't express how much better I feel!! Thank you, Dr Berry.

[amitkaushal]

Thank you Dr. Berry! Your videos are extremely informative. I have been sharing your channel with friends and family. 💯

For all, here's a summary of the supplements:
Vitamin D3: 2000 - 5000 IU per day
Magnesium: 250 - 500mg per day (take at night)
Omega-3s: 2 - 3 grams per day
CoEnzyme Q10: 100 - 200mg per day
Zinc: 25 - 50mg per day
B Complex: 1000mcg per day
Vitamin K2: 200mcg (MK4)

[stevennoren]

Dr. Berry. Every time I hear you speak makes me want to move close to you and have you as my doctor thank you for all the knowledge you bring to us all.

[colleen]

Among other things, I REALLY appreciate you having concern for saving money, most medical folks think we can afford it ALL.

[KenDBerryMD]

NO-ONE needs $100's worth of supplements, don't let someone who is selling them convince you of that. You only need a few...

[BrandonMobley]

3:00 I love the humor you throw in. I've learned a great deal about nutrition watching your videos. That sarcasm makes it feel like you're getting these tips from an old friend.

[amycrafts]

As a retired medical transcriptionist, thank you for speaking clearly. If humans are doing your transcription, they love you. If done by computers, they could care less. Anyway, my question is about cinnamon for blood sugar control. Your views? Thank you and congratulations on the birth of your baby!

[transformingourlives]

I so appreciate a medical professional speaking about this. Thank you so much for speaking the truth, and time to educate!! Thanks again

[chipsmith]

Great list Dr. Berry, I would to suggest 2 others. For K2 - wk7 version has a better half-life than wk-4 (I take both - Liver is the best), current studies of K2 are of higher doses (0.2mg+). Not sure why this one wasn't considered essential, most people do not get enough Boron in their diet. It is involved in many processes, and taken in moderate amounts with your suggested list will provide many benefits (Strong Bones - No Osteopenia, Reverse Arthritis, Increase D Serum levels, and Testosterone)

[BeckaLJonesAuthor]

Dr Berry my husband and I have been following you for yrs. My hubby is your #1 fan!!! This year my sugar addict self decided to do NO processed sugars in 2023!!! I got so much flack. Hubby and I have done 30-40 days 0 sugars and 4 month carnivore a few years ago with amazing results but we have never tried 1 yr. Feeling our best already! His arthritis is gone, my brain fog is gone, better night sleep, dropping weight, reflexes are quick (I never thought that would happen!) And skin has already cleared up. Not doing fruits yet! Only focused on no processed sugars but people think I am going to die. They never worried when I ate chemical laden snicker bars and poptarts! Now they think I am dying. Well, on the road to recovery. I don't want to ever go back!
Here is my problem! I love hamburger and eggs - those give me the most energy almost whinin a minute of eating... but my stomach has shrunk and I can't eat very much because I fill up so fast. I am concerned I am not getting enough vitamins so I take vitamins. I don't want to overtake them either. You mentioned if we ate a meat dense diet we should be getting the nutrients we need. What would you say is the amount needed for someone who can only eat 2 small meals a day.
I loved doing 24 hr fasting then eat, but I am no longer doing that because I can only eat a fistful of meat or eggs most days.
Hubby and I have lost weight but that isn't the goal here, being healthy is... then the body will lose. It took us years to realize that.
Also what do you recommend for someone with a cold to add in more magnesium and zinc? How much? Thanks for all you do!!!

[avader]

Sir I just found your Channel I think because I'm on a ketogenic diet and I ran into you through the recommended videos I just want to say thank you and I tip my hat to you for putting a summary in your YouTube video. Being disabled it is so much easier to read the summary in the description and then watch the video. Any way keep up the good work I really appreciate you being here!

[charliesierra]

I already take all of these but the single biggest effect for me, having psoriatic arthritis, was standardized turmeric with black pepper. My little fingers used to stay sore almost as if broken and my other finger joints were frequently inflamed and painful but when I started taking turmeric the pain left my hands and never came back. I can lift weights, write, etc. with zero pain. Love your channel Dr. Berry!

[biselin]

This is what I was looking for. Cut through ALL the hype, and you've done all the shopping for us. Thank you!

[disinformationworld]

K2… I am blown away by how important this vitamin is. Has the greatest effect on all-cause mortality due to its role in artery health.

[jayashreerana]

My potassium levels have gone up to 5.8
Kidney functions normal
No microalbuminuria
Diabetes under control 5.7
Am on keto since 6 months

[diddidadda]

Dr berry the efforts you make to help people is really tremendous. Blessings!

[mj-offgrid]

Great to see you explain these to us. Great info, Doc! Keep em' coming!👍