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Study: Supplements Fail to Prevent Disease, Diet Wins
10/8/2025
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- The USPSTF finds vitamin E and beta carotene do not prevent cancer or heart disease.
- Multivitamins show no clear reduction in disease risks.
- Omega-3 supplements do not match eating fish's benefits, says Dr. Federica Amati.
- For children, a varied diet meets nutritional needs; supplements may not help.
- New research suggests vitamin D2 lowers vitamin D3, making D3 the effective form.
