Chances are, you’re one of the 95% of Americans missing a key nutrient in your diet. In this episode, Dr. Mark Hyman pulls back the curtain on the supplement industry, revealing the critical role of vitamins and minerals in addressing deficiencies that most of us face every day. Learn how environmental factors, modern farming practices, and chronic stress have made supplementation vital for optimal health. Join the Health Hacks community and follow @healthhackspod on social for exclusive insights, expert advice and the latest in health science. 0:00 – Why supplements are non-negotiable for filling nutrient gaps 2:36 – Are you nutrient deficient? 10:25 – Surprising findings from the NHANES study: Are RDAs enough for optimal health? 17:11 – Why the food we eat today isn’t as nutritious as it used to be 21:26 – How environmental toxins are quietly depleting your body’s nutrients 24:13 – Navigating the confusing world of supplement regulation 28:16 – Can you really trust supplements? The evidence behind their effectiveness 32:22 – What nutrients should be on your radar and how they boost your health 35:14 – How to tailor your supplements to specific health conditions and stages of life 45:55 – Is the pharmaceutical industry keeping us from better health? Uncovering research bias 54:06 – Natural supplements vs. pharmaceutical drugs: Which works better? 57:24 – The latest scientific research on supplements for disease prevention 1:02:10 – How to ensure your supplements are safe and effective: Tips on quality assurance 1:05:32 – Personalized supplement strategies: What’s right for you? 1:09:37 – The far-reaching impact of nutrient deficiencies on your overall health To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices