The Ugly Truth About Multivitamins

The Great Debate: The Bad

Health professionals and individuals who oppose the supposed benefits of vitamins argue there are potential risks associated with taking a daily dose of vitamin supplements, such as it has a placebo effect. This results in patients not receiving the full nutritional value they believe they are getting and patients are essentially paying for ‘expensive pee.’ The extreme side of the debate is that experts warn about the potential dangers of toxicity or essentially overdosing on vitamins, which can cause the body to go into a state of shock. Many who believe vitamin supplements do not work will also argue a pill cannot mimic the natural composite of food and will not be able to provide a healthy amount of the vitamins, minerals, and macronutrients found in food.