Are Vitamin Supplements Really Necessary?
by: Renee Kennedy It is a fact that vitamins are important to a healthy diet. Without certain vitamins, your body could be at risk for disease. There are some studies on how specific vitamins can help specific illnesses. Some of those studies are mentioned below and references are listed at the end of the article. However, most of the medical community seems to agree that getting your vitamins from whole foods is much better than taking supplements. There are exceptions to this. For example, if you’re pregnant, a folic acid supplement may be prescribed by your doctor. Another example is taking doctor recommended vitamin supplements for a specific illness. Do not take vitamin supplements without consulting your health care provider, especially if you are on any medications or you have any illness or special health conditions (like pregnancy, anemia, heart condition, etc.). Here are the most important vitamins: Vitamin A • Affects: skin, tissue growth and regeneration, eyes, white bloo
