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Answer: (Garlic, ginger and parsley are well known for their mineral content. In the answer below, names of brands have not been mentioned)

Mineral supplements and claims made:

1. Garlic supplements:

Claims: Reduces the risks of cancer, coronary artery disease, heart attack and also helps in body detoxification.

(Consultation with health care professional is required before using this product.)

2. Parsley supplements:

Claims: Builds blood, aids in digestion, boosts energy, combats fatigue, helps the heart, dissolves cholesterol in the veins, supports the adrenals, strengthens teeth, builds bones, prevents birth defects, enhances nutrient absorption, eliminates bloating, reduces inflammation, and provides hormonal support. It also solves most kidney problems.

(Pregnant women should avoid taking parsley in quantity)

3. Ginger supplements:

Claims: Helps to ease digestive discomfort, effective for nausea and vomiting associated with pregnancy, provides natural anti-inflammatory effects, can provide protection against colorectal cancer and ovarian cancer.

(It’s risky to combine ginger and anticoagulants, beta-blockers and insulin-based drugs)

Health risks associated with supplemets:

1. Dietary supplements are not intended to treat, diagnose, cure, or alleviate the effects of diseases. They cannot completely prevent diseases, as some vaccines can. However, some supplements are useful in reducing the risk of certain diseases and are authorized to make label claims about these uses. For example, garlic have been claimed to reduce the risks of CAD (coronary artery disease) and myocardial infarction.

2. Using supplements improperly can be harmful. Taking a combination of supplements, using these products together with medicine, or substituting them in place of prescribed medicines could lead to harmful, even life-threatening, results.

3. Some supplements can have unwanted effects before, during, or after surgery. For example, bleeding is a potential side effect risk of garlic. Before surgery, patients should inform the health care professional about all the supplements they use.