New Study Questions Multivitamin Benefits for Utahns That May Be Doing More Harm Than Good

A new study that tracked people who regularly take multivitamins not only showed there didn’t to be any long-term benefit but could potentially shorten life. This is stunning news as many older Utahns regularly take vitamin supplements daily. 

Study Questions the Benefit of Multivitamins 

John Hopkins Medicine took a look at a few studies that followed those taking multivitamins and vitamin supplements and found that these people didn’t live any longer than those who weren't taking vitamins. 

In one of the studies sited, they looked at 1,708 people who survived heart attacks. There was no benefit between those who took a multivitamin and those who took a placebo. The same was found with mental decline. 

A recent study noted by the Epoch Times showed there was a 4% increase of mortality rates in people who took multivitamins. There will be follow up with the study to determine exactly why there is an increase. 

Food is the Best Way to Get the Nutrition Your Body Needs  

They recommend eating healthy foods and maintaining a healthy weight will do far more for you than something in a pill. Good food has all the nutrients all the benefits the body is looking for.  

So, why is there a greater risk by taking supplements? It may have to do with getting too much of a good thing. For example, vitamin E in too high of doses can be harmful. Too much copper and iron can be bad if not balanced with zinc. 

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Those analyzing the study caution that you should follow the advice of your healthcare provider rather than anything you read on the internet. If you have concerns, talk to your doctor.