More or less, we all constantly hear that vitamins are a good thing, but in what quantity? It depends, of course, from person to person. While some get enough nutrients from a varied diet, there are those who are severely deficient in vitamins and must use supplements.
However, experts warn that there are negative consequences if we take vitamins without a plan and program. If you think you may need a replacement, be sure to consult your family doctor first.
What should be known before taking vitamins?
Doctor Bayo Curry-Winchell, MD, points out that the most important thing is to discuss everything with the family doctor first.
“It is a myth that vitamins can do no harm. Of course they can if they are taken in excessive amounts, in combination with some medications or with some chronic health conditions. Therefore, be careful,” he points out.
Why can too many vitamins be unhealthy?
Our body gets vitamins A, C, D, E and K from our daily diet. In addition, our body itself produces vitamins D and K. Therefore, extra doses can cause health complications for some.
Overdose is possible
Believe it or not, a person can overdose on vitamins. When it comes to vitamin D, the Mayo Clinic website notes:
“Vitamin D poisoning, also known as hypervitaminosis D, is rare, but it is a serious condition resulting from an excessive concentration of this vitamin in the body. The cause is usually food supplements, not diet or sun exposure. It happens because the human body regulates the amount of vitamin D it gets from sun exposure or from food.
The main consequence of vitamin D poisoning is the accumulation of calcium in the blood (hypercalcemia), which can cause nausea and vomiting, weakness and frequent urination. All this can cause bone pain and kidney problems.
It should also be borne in mind that there may be wrong information or an overemphasized effect on the declaration of the preparation.
Vitamin A
Too much vitamin A has been linked to nausea, changes in visual acuity, headaches and coordination difficulties. Large amounts of vitamin A during pregnancy can cause physical defects in the fetus or have contraindications with some medications.
Vitamin C
Vitamin C is indeed available in many everyday foods. Although vitamin C is cleared from the body, excessive amounts can cause headaches, vomiting and stomach cramps, it says. EatThis.
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