When Did Supplements Become Popular? A Historical Look at the Wellness Trend
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5 min read
In the US, approximately half of adults now use dietary supplements, a practice with a history that stretches back centuries before the modern era. But when did supplements become popular in a commercial, mass-market sense? The journey from ancient herbal remedies to today's multi-billion dollar industry is marked by scientific breakthroughs, cultural shifts, and strategic marketing.