The Supplement Smackdown | Where to Start

This article, written by Dr. Bill Wilson, presents a strong critique of academic medicine's stance on dietary supplements. Dr. Wilson argues that academic medicine is biased against supplements due to their lack of patentability, leading to a reliance on pharmaceutical drugs with potential conflicts of interest. He advocates for a more nuanced approach to supplements, citing deficiencies in modern diets and the potential for supplements to address specific health concerns, particularly in the context of what he calls "CARB syndrome". He criticizes a JAMA article on supplements as inaccurate and dismissive of the potential benefits of certain vitamins, minerals, and other compounds.

Key Themes & Arguments:

1. Bias of Academic Medicine: Dr. Wilson suggests that academic medicine is inherently bias ...