Too many vitamins harmful

A new study found that there's little evidence to support the positive effects of some vitamin supplements. Even worse, the study says, taking too many vitamins can be hazardous to your health.



A new research in the UK found that there is no evidence that antioxidants like vitamins A and E can prolong life. On the contrary, some may actually be harmful.

Mike Clarke, UK cochrane centre, said, "These vitamins are certainly needed by the body. The issue is whether or not we take too much of them, they start damaging how the body works."

According to the report, too much Vitamin A, beta carotene, and Vitamin E can actually decrease one's life rather than prolong it.

But some pharmaceutical manufacturers are challenging the report, calling its findings flawed.

Some supplement users are also unconvinced.

Kate Barton, Vitamin-taker, said, "They make me feel better. I have more energy when I take them regularly, and I just feel sharper."

Experts recommend people to get their vitamins by eating a healthy and balanced diet.

Sue Baic, British dietetic association, said, "We do need these vitamins, but the best way to get them is through food. So things like our five-a-day fruit and vegetables, our whole grain cereals, our dairy foods, meats, fish, and the alternatives."

The research was compiled based on 67 randomized studies involving more than 230,000 people from different backgrounds and with varying levels of health.