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on supplements for this unit of one review. The followingconditions were in effect:1. This panel of supplements is limited to oral vitamins,minerals, amino acids, and anti-oxidants. I wantedthe focus to remain on the concept of supplementingthe basics and addressing the results of assumed dietarydeficiencies.2. The selection of product vendors would be knownonly to me; however, it is a reasonable facsimile ofwhat would be available for patronage by any militarypersonnel in the exchange services. I especiallysought out any product that achieved an FDA, USP,or third party laboratory validation.3. Each selection would be taken at or below the recommendeddaily allowance.4. My basic daily intake of food would remain unchangedfor the term of six months, concurrent with the term ofsupplement usage.5. My PT and occupational demands would remain consistentwith the last five years of SOF service, presentlya focus on anaerobic conditioning patterns and modalitieswith sparse competitive events.6. Each product had to have a supported scientific basis forselection and usage. 4Figure 3Human Ferformance Forum 117