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Advice on vitamins, is it beneficial or are they a myth? like a multivitamin daily?

Q: advice on vitamins, is it beneficial or are they a myth? like a multivitamin daily?

: There is no good evidence to recommend multivitamin use for everyone. But nutrient deficiency is definitely an issue for specific groups (Pregnant women, babies, elderly, and those with chronic medical illness). Without knowing your history it is difficult to know what your needs are. Consider speaking with your doctor about this.

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Dr. Mark Owolabi answered

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There is no good evidence to recommend multivitamin use for everyone. But nutrient deficiency is definitely an issue for specific groups (Pregnant women, babies, elderly, and those with chronic medical illness). Without knowing your history it is difficult to know what your needs are. Consider speaking with your doctor about this.

Answered 4/20/2022

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Advice on vitamins, is it beneficial or are they a myth? like a multivitamin daily?

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