Are supplements safe to take when you buy off of Amazon?

Question

I have been reading myo inositol is good for PCOS. I also been reading boric something is good for recurring bacterial vaginosis. 
Are these safe to take in general or will it cause more harm? 
What about health food store? Are those supplements safe to take? 
My nurse practitioner acted like she didn't won't to answer my question.

Answer

Always speak with your doctor about taking supplements, especially if you don’t know much about them and the effects they can have on you. It’s one thing to grab some multivitamins at the store, and it’s another thing to get specific supplements without consulting a doctor first and without knowing your blood work. You could be over medicating yourself or causing harm for all you know. 
A normal doctor or nurse practitioner are not experts on most supplements, aside from the basics that they recommend to patients themselves. The reason your nurse wasn’t straight up answering your questions is because she isn’t educated on that type of thing fully. For stuff like that, it is best to consult a holistic naturopath. They’re way more versed on the supplements you’re considering to take, and they’re able to do blood work and other tests to make sure those supplements are what your body needs.

Answer

Always discuss supplements with your doctor before taking any, even over the counter.
I do take Myo-Inositol for my PCOS and it IS proven to be more effective for promoting regular ovulation than metformin. My preferred brand is Fairhaven. I also take Conception prenatals by EU. Taking both of those supplements regulated my ovulation and did make it easier for me to get pregnant.
With Boric Acid, consult your doctor. I have heard from my midwife it’s very effective but she doesn’t recommend it if you’re pregnant or TTC.

Are supplements safe to take when you buy off of Amazon?

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