Who needs vitamin and mineral supplements?
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Who needs vitamin and mineral supplements?

Carol Ottley Freelance dietician

The use of vitamin and mineral supplements is growing rapidly. This article describes the effects of common supplements and asserts that for most people, they are an unnecessary waste of money. However, they can be a useful adjunct to the diet for certain vulnerable groups.

Nursing Standard. 14, 29, 42-45. doi: 10.7748/ns2000.04.14.29.42.c2810

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