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  Dietary supplements  are products designed to supplement the diet by consuming pills, capsules, tablets, powders, or liquids. Nutritional supplements can provide minerals and vitamins from either food sources or synthetics to increase their consumption. The class of nutrient compounds includes vitamins, minerals, fiber, fatty acids, and amino acids.  Dietary supplements  may also contain substances that have not been identified as vital but are associated with beneficial biological effects.  It includes plant polyphenols and pigments. Animals can also be a source of dietary supplements such as chicken and fish collagen. These are sold individually or in combination. These are enriched with nutrients. In the United States, claiming that supplements prevent or cure a disease violates the state law of dietary supplement manufacturers. According to the  market database , companies can use so-called “structural/functional” formulations if there is scien...

  Minerals and vitamins are essential for growth and development in children. The majority of children who consume a balanced diet don't need vitamin or mineral supplements. In some cases, however, children are at risk for deficiencies and may require additional vitamins. Vegetarians and vegans may need to supplement with vitamin B12 since dietary sources of this vitamin are limited to animal-based foods. There is a higher risk for nutritional deficiencies among children with celiac disease.   In addition, children who have a poor appetite, drink a lot of sugar-sweetened beverages, take certain medications, or have chronic medical conditions that interfere with intake may need supplements. According to the market database, since 2010, the market for children's supplements has grown significantly, along with the dietary supplements market. There is a growing interest of consumers in using supplements to enhance their daily diet. For children, parents tend to focus on general...