Frequently Asked Questions
Everything about what Supplement Optimizer does — and what it deliberately doesn't do.
What is Supplement Optimizer?
An educational tool that reviews your current supplements, flags potential redundancies and interactions, rates the strength of the evidence, and organizes a daily schedule.
Is this medical advice?
No. It's an educational review meant to support better conversations with a physician, pharmacist, or registered dietitian.
Does it diagnose medical conditions?
No. It doesn't diagnose or treat any condition.
Can it recommend supplements?
It highlights options with stronger evidence for your goals, and clearly labels emerging-evidence suggestions. It never tells you what you must take.
Will it tell me to stop a supplement?
It won't instruct you to stop anything. It surfaces items to review with a professional.
Can it review prescription medications?
You can enter your medications to help the review flag potential interactions. It's not a substitute for a pharmacist's check.
Can it detect every possible interaction?
No tool can. Interaction databases are incomplete, and individual biology varies. Always confirm with a professional.
How are evidence ratings determined?
Ratings reflect the strength of human clinical research for a supplement's stated purpose — from Low to Very Strong.
What information do I need to enter?
Basics (age, sex), goals, current supplements with dose and timing, health conditions, medications, and lifestyle info (diet, exercise, sleep).
Is my information stored?
In this version, information is processed only during your session and is not permanently stored.
Can I print or download my report?
Yes — you can print the report to save a PDF from your browser.
Who should review my report?
A physician, pharmacist, or registered dietitian is the ideal reviewer, especially if you take prescription medications.
Can pregnant users use the application?
Pregnancy triggers a safety flag recommending direct professional review. Do not start or change supplements during pregnancy without your clinician.
What if I have kidney or liver disease?
These conditions can change how supplements are metabolized. The report flags high-risk situations for professional review.
Is the application free?
The current version is free to use for educational purposes.
How often should I review my supplement stack?
A review every 6–12 months, or whenever your medications, goals, or health status change, is reasonable.