Due to their sheer potency and the exceptional quality of their ingredients, practitioner grade supplements — also sometimes referred to as medical grade or pharmaceutical supplements — can make a big difference to your health and well-being, so they’re well worth the investment. Shop our range of practitioner supplement brands online today.

The benefits of practitioner grade supplements

There's a lot of confusion out there about what practitioner grade supplements are. Are they only for practitioners? Do you need a prescription? And which are the best practitioner supplement brands to buy?

Here's the scoop: Practitioner grade supplements are simply higher quality supplements that are not available over the counter. They are made with premium ingredients and held to stricter manufacturing standards. As a result, they tend to be more effective than their over-the-counter counterparts.

While you don't need a prescription for practitioner grade supplements, they are only available after a consultation with a licensed healthcare provider. This ensures that you're getting the best possible product and that you're working with someone who can help you choose the right supplements for your individual needs.

4 considerations when taking practitioner only supplements

If you're considering taking practitioner grade supplements, here are four things to keep in mind:

1. Know what you're taking

Make sure you know what the ingredients are and what they're supposed to do. Also, be aware of potential side effects and interactions with other medications you may be taking.

2. Start with a lower dose

When starting any new supplement, it's always best to start with a lower dose and increase gradually as needed. This will help your body to adjust and reduce the risk of any side effects.

3. Take it with food

Taking practitioner grade supplements with food can help increase absorption and reduce the risk of gastrointestinal side effects. You should also avoid taking them with alcohol, as it will inhibit the absorption.

4. Be patient

Practitioner grade supplements can take time to work. Don't expect to see results immediately. Be patient and give the supplement a few weeks to work before increasing the dose or trying an alternative.

If you're looking for the highest quality supplements to support your health and well-being, practitioner only supplements are the way to go. Be sure to work with a licensed healthcare provider to find the right products for you.

Buy practitioner supplement brands at My Health Food Shop

You’ll only find industry-leading practitioner supplement brands like MediHerb, Bioceuticals, and Designs for Health at My Health Food Shop. Ordering is easy and convenient — we offer Australia-wide shipping available for $9.95 (or free on orders over $99), as well as a free Click & Collect service from our Sydney store.

Before you check out, don’t forget to browse our wider range of supplements and stock up the bathroom cabinet. You’ll find everything on our site from dietary vitamins and whole foods to sports and fitness capsules, bars and powders, and even supplements categorised by health concern for a tailored, easy-to-shop approach. If you have any questions about our products, feel free to contact us and we’ll do our best to help.