Study Finds Daily Multivitamins Don't Help You Live Longer
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Many people take daily multivitamins with the hope of extending their lifespan, but recent research indicated these supplements might not deliver on that promise.
The study published in JAMA Network Open analysed data from nearly 400,000 adults over a 20-year period. The median age of participants was 61.5 years, and they were generally healthy with no chronic disease history.
The study found no significant evidence that daily multivitamin use reduced the risk of death from major conditions like heart disease or cancer. In fact, participants who took multivitamins were slightly more likely (4%) to die over the study period compared to those who did not take the supplements. However, it’s important to note that the research did not include individuals with pre-existing vitamin deficiencies, which means the results may not apply to those who require specific vitamins for health reasons.
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