I believe in Holistic as well as traditionl medicine. I take about 14 supplements 2 times per day. The GNC guy told me in order for the Vitamins not to upset my stomach that I should freeze them before taking them. This way [with my duodenal ulcers],they would take longer to dissolve and not upset my sensitive stomach.[it works very well]. Many people follow this guideline that have ulcers or that have Acid Reflux. I just wish they would cut the[ulcers] damn things out, but Insurance just about prohibits any form of Stomach surgery since Prilosec hit the market. I contracted Helio-co-bactor Pylori when I was 12 years old by eating raw pork. Sick as a Dog for two weeks[flat on my back]. Hope this answer's Your question.