{"id":14280,"date":"2014-01-01T20:42:50","date_gmt":"2014-01-02T01:42:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.saratoga.com\/living-well\/2014\/01\/why-should-i-consider-using-multivitamins.html"},"modified":"2019-09-12T15:08:11","modified_gmt":"2019-09-12T19:08:11","slug":"why-should-i-consider-using-multivitamins","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.saratoga.com\/living-well\/2014\/01\/why-should-i-consider-using-multivitamins\/","title":{"rendered":"Why Should I Consider Using Multivitamins?"},"content":{"rendered":"

Recently, there has been some
\nbad press on multivitamins’ efficacy which is based on two studies and an editorial
\nin December’s Annals of Internal Medicine<\/i>.
\nIn my bog,<\/a> I discussed why this conclusion cannot be made with certainty. For
\nexample, biased comparison groups, lack of measurements in absorption of
\nnutrients, incorrect potency, not accounting for the correct active
\ningredients, and the quality of the product are just some of the flaws found
\nwith the studies’ research methods.<\/p>\n

The fact is most people who
\nhave health symptoms and concerns do need some sort of nutritional support. The
\nkey is finding the one that best suits you.<\/p>\n

I have often been asked what
\nmultivitamin I recommend. Being devoted to individualizing treatment as a naturopathic and functional medicine practitioner, the answer will always be based on one’s specific biochemistry, history, symptoms, and lab work. There is no one-size-fits-all protocol.<\/p>\n

Below are some reasons why I
\nconsider supplementation with the proper nutrients vital to supporting my
\nclients’ health:<\/p>\n

\n

\u00b7The environment is toxic with heavy metals, insecticides, pesticides,
\nradiation, and chemicals.<\/p>\n

\u00b7Diets are laden with genetically modified foods, trans-fats, antibiotics and hormones in our meat and dairy.<\/p>\n

\u00b7There are large groups of
\npeople who are deficient in certain vitamins and minerals despite the fact that
\nthey are taking in recommended amounts. For example, smokers, the elderly, and
\nwomen on birth control pills need larger amounts of vitamin C.<\/p>\n

\u00b7They are safe. According to
\nthe Annual Report of the American Association of Poison Control
\nCenters’ National Poison Data System (NPDS) released in 2012, deaths from
\nconsumption of multivitamins totaled exactly zero.<\/p>\n

\u00b7There are many studies which
\nhave shown the efficacy of multivitamins.In fact, the Council for Responsible Nutrition, released
\na new report entitled Smart Prevention–Health
\nCare Cost Savings Resulting from the Targeted Use of Dietary Supplements<\/i>.
\nThey found potential cost benefits in the following four health categories:<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

 <\/p>\n

\n

1.omega-3 fatty acids, three B
\nvitamins (folic acid, B6, and B12), phytosterols, and psyllium dietary fiber
\nfor heart disease<\/p>\n

2.chromium picolinate for diabetes-associated heart disease<\/p>\n

3.lutein and zeaxanthin for cataract prevention<\/p>\n

4.a combination of calcium and vitamin D or using magnesium to assist with osteoporosis<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<\/blockquote>\n<\/blockquote>\n

Therefore, for the New Year,
\nwhen you are considering taking better care of your body, consider the above
\nfactors when deciding if you want to support your wellness with supplements. I
\nwish you all a wonderful, healthy start to your new year!<\/p>\n

References:<\/u><\/p>\n

Frost & Sullivan. Smart
\nPrevention – Health Care Cost Savings Resulting from the Targeted Use of
\nDietary Supplements. Council for Responsible Nutrition Full Download. September
\n2013.<\/p>\n

See my blog post at
\ndr-lobisco.com for additional references<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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