Its really fundamentally a call for more research, Wong said.
Vitamin E supplements offer no protective benefits against cancer or cardiovascular disease, Wong explained.
Wong emphasized that these recommendations were specifically made for non-pregnant adults.
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A lot of this depends on your individual circumstances, he said.
But Americans still spend billions of dollars each year on dietary supplements.
People like something tangible when it comes to health.
Before taking a supplement, experts say to consider misleading health claims on the labels.
What About Folic Acid or Vitamin D?
[They] should be taking folic acid 0.4 to 0.8 milligrams on a daily basis, Wong said.
Vitamin D is another nutrient that can be hard to fulfill through diet entirely.
However, excess Vitamin D can cause health issues, such askidney stones, confusion, and vomiting.
Vitamin D is not the only supplement that can cause harm in high doses.
More is not always better when it comes to the safety and efficacy of dietary supplements, Laing said.
What This Means For You
Certain supplements can interact with medications, making these less effective.
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