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Safety and vitamins
Gerald Hurowitz, M.D.Published 31 March 20051 min read
Key points
- The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) monitors drugs but not vitamins.
- However, standard vitamin and mineral tablets are considered relatively risk-free if you avoid high doses.
- Keep in mind that most experts feel that it is best to get your vitamins from eating a variety of foods.
Alternative names
Vitamins and safety regulations
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Question:
Does the government monitor the safety of vitamins?
Answer:
No. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) monitors drugs but not vitamins. However, standard vitamin and mineral tablets are considered relatively risk-free if you avoid high doses. Keep in mind that most experts feel that it is best to get your vitamins from eating a variety of foods.
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Gerald Hurowitz, M.D.
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