6 Surprising Things That May Interact With Your Supplements

Certain lifestyle habits, medications, and foods and drinks can have a negative impact on your vitamins. Here's what to know.

According to recent data on supplement use, 57.6% of people over the age of 20 take a dietary supplement at least once a month, and older people are even more likely to take supplements on a regular or semi-regular basis.

While the data on the effectiveness of supplements is mixed for those who have no known nutrient deficiency, there is compelling evidence to support the idea that supplements can be helpful for certain groups. A recent study found that taking a multivitamin daily can improve memory in older people, for example, while another found that supplementing with a high-dose B-complex vitamin may improve energy along with physical and mental health.