Consult with healthcare professional before taking supps?

 
I have a question:

We live in a "it won't happen to me" and "the end justifies the means" society.  I personally ran supplements by my endocrinologist, GP, and Orthopedic specialist.....for the most part, they said "the results, if any, would not be worth the risks of taking these products".  These included but were not limited to, fat burners, NO, energy drinks, and test boosters.  They seemed quite alright with most herbal supplements and vitamin/mineral/EFA supplementations.  They were also somewhat on the fence about creatine usage.

I asked my Physician about the products I am taking listed below. He told me whey is fine, creatine can produce kidney stones if you do not drink enough water, and NO products, the one I am taking is straight L-Arginine, actually has a positive effect on your body including reducing Heart Disease, stopping headaches, promoting ED ( I'm 18, def. don't have a prob. with that), and wound healing.

I tried running it by my Family doctor...he really didn't know to much about the products...actually I asked a lot of questions that he really couldn't answer.
I research all of the products I take and search for online journals of people who have actually taken the products.

Yeah Bulking, that is exactly what I do, and I think it is the best way to find out about a product besides taking the supp. and seeing how well it reacts with your body.

ORIGINAL: bulkingup

I tried running it by my Family doctor...he really didn't know to much about the products...actually I asked a lot of questions that he really couldn't answer.
I research all of the products I take and search for online journals of people who have actually taken the products.

i have a couple friends who mess with phs and such. they get bloodwork done regularly and i would do the same if i did. some people cant afford ot seeing as it isnt cheap.

I have severe allergies so i always consult my allergy specialist first. I've had quite a few that have recommended supplements to help my health and they led me in the right direction.
I also do lots of research into any supplement I take so I am more aware of any "drug interactions" that may take place with my current prescriptions. I.E - I can't take a potassium supplement because it can cause SEVERE issues (coronary) with me because of a certain prescription I am taking.
Blood tests can be done for around 30$ usually at a local lab. I know some cities have them and you don't need a prescription/Dr. order. call around and check them out. You get your results and then can consult with your Dr if you need to. Also look for local health fairs - less expensive if you don't have a good insurance plan.

It depends on what kind of blood work you're having done. Some can even reach 500 dollars.