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Can the medium chain triglyceride suspensions of liquid fat soluble vitamins adversely affect health because they are triglycerides?

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Dr. Steven Chmielewski answered

Specializes in Diagnostic Radiology

No.: The amount is very small and is the only way you can absorb fat soluble vitamins by mouth.

Dr Koch agreed

Answered 9/20/2013

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