A recent study in the Journal of the American Medical Association suggests that seniors may face the risk of vitamin deficiencies, even if they are eating well. Some doctors recommend a daily vitamin and mineral supplement to ensure that an older person takes in 100 percent of the Recommended Dietary Allowances (RDAs).
foods contain additional important components such as fiber, plant chemicals, and essential fatty acids. In addition, high-dose supplements should be avoided unless recommended by a physician or dietitian, as they can lead to nutritional imbalances. For example, zinc supplements can interfere with the body’s use of folic acid; iron can inhibit proper calcium and zinc absorption.
However, a multivitamin cannot take the place of healthy food because
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