We all tend to take multivitamins especially during a cold. But do we really need them? Scientists have often dealt with this topic, and the latest research indicates that in most cases, buying multivitamin tablets is just a waste of money.
It's even been pointed out that vitamin supplements not only don't help most people, but can actually cause the very diseases people are trying to prevent.
In general, a lot has been invested in the advertising of multivitamin supplements. However, contrary to the claims of some manufacturers, certain supplements have been proven not to reduce the risk of heart disease or cancer.
While other research tells us that there are no such artificial supplements that can slow down aging, nor that vitamin supplements can help those who have had a heart attack not to experience it again. Big industry Vitamins are a special industry. Millions are spinning there.
It is interesting to point out that even 40 percent of Americans regularly consume multivitamins. New research points to even very unusual data. For example, it is claimed that by taking vitamin A and beta carotene, you not only do not reduce the risk of cancer, but also increase it, writes the "New York Times".
The same paper points out that consuming supplements of vitamins A, C, E and beta carotene, as well as taking the mineral selenium to reduce the risk of cancer, actually led to an increase in mortality.
Explanation
Of course, the scientists did not remain obliged - they also gave us an explanation. When we take larger doses of antioxidants in the form of vitamin supplements, the balance between the production of harmful free radicals and their destruction is disturbed.
A disturbed state of the immune system occurs and it is less able to deal with harmful substances that attack the body. Scientists call this the antioxidant paradox.
If it was just that these supplements had no effect, maybe the story wouldn't have been so terrible. Many people take them because they think they will feel better, and autosuggestion works wonders for health.
However, it is pointed out that they are not only ineffective, but can also be harmful. It's best to go back to your old healthy habits.
Take vitamins through fruits and vegetables and reflect a healthy balance with home-cooked food, healthy meals and exercise, reports Lifepress.
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