ZOE Science & Nutrition The truth about vitamin supplements
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Nov 24, 2022 
JoAnn Manson, a Harvard epidemiology professor known for her groundbreaking research on vitamin supplementation, joins expert Dr. Sarah Berry, who specializes in the effects of dietary fats. They discuss the prevalent myths surrounding vitamin supplements and highlight the lack of scientific backing for many claims. The guests explore the minimal health benefits of high doses of vitamins, the superiority of dietary sources, and the need for personalized nutrition. This insightful conversation challenges assumptions about vitamins and promotes healthier, evidence-based choices.
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Dietary Importance
- Prioritize a healthy, balanced diet to obtain essential vitamins and minerals.
- Supplements should not be a substitute for a nutritious diet.
Targeted Use
- Vitamin and supplement usage should be targeted and appropriate.
- While not a complete scam, they are not universally necessary.
Winter Vitamin D
- Consider taking 1,000-2,000 IU of vitamin D daily during winter.
- JoAnn Manson suggests this as a reasonable approach.