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Expert Warns: Supplements Only Effective for Specific Deficiencies

4/11/2025

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Dr. Keith Roach emphasizes that vitamin supplements are often ineffective unless targeting specific deficiencies. He notes that omega-3s can benefit individuals with high triglycerides, while iron should only be used after confirming a deficiency. For travelers, he urges checking CDC guidelines for essential vaccinations, particularly for hepatitis A, to ensure a safe journey.

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Dr. Keith Roach emphasizes that vitamin supplements are often ineffective unless targeting specific deficiencies. He notes that omega-3s can benefit individuals with high triglycerides, while iron should only be used after confirming a deficiency. For travelers, he urges checking CDC guidelines for essential vaccinations, particularly for hepatitis A, to ensure a safe journey.