"I can deduct the cost of vitamins, nutritional supplements and alternative therapies for my income taxes if …?
… I am a professional speaker on the subject? I advocate the use of these lifestyles, therapies and products for health, wellness and slow the aging process. Definitely practice what I preach. I can use / do everything I recommend in my speeches. I'm in my mid 50s and look (and act) much younger. I know I'm a walking promotion for my business speaking and that my appearance and behavior validates my experience and opinions in the public eye. Therefore, I have to believe that my personal use of vitamins, supplements and other Alternative therapies, should have more of a business expense and tax deductible. Colleagues have told me that it is "probably" true, but anyone can give me concrete data to back that claim. If you agree (or not), can you give me references that I would need and could use if the deductions Prosecutors are increasingly challenged by the IRS. Thank you for your help.
The products that "make" yourself are not deductible because they are of a personal nature. The reason is the same for their clothing and personal appearance. You need to have nice clothes and his hairstyle, etc. for their talks, but are not deductible either. You could wear that dress for more than a chat. Supplements help you in other areas of your life, not just her being professional. However, you can deduct any supplement use as a sample or sample, that are not available for sale. If you have pills that are available for sale (inventory) which are deducted when sold.
Deborah King – Health And Wellness Expert