Long-term use of vitamins and dietary supplements can shorten life
Intended for healthcare professionals
Clinical digest Previous     Next

Long-term use of vitamins and dietary supplements can shorten life

Many people take vitamin and mineral supplements to prevent illness and boost wellbeing, but a major study of long-term use suggests they increase mortality rates.

Nursing Standard. 26, 10, 12-13. doi: 10.7748/ns.26.10.12.s20

Want to read more?

RCNi-Plus
Already have access? Log in

or

3-month trial offer for £5.25/month

Subscribe today and save 50% on your first three months
RCNi Plus users have full access to the following benefits:
  • Unlimited access to all 10 RCNi Journals
  • RCNi Learning featuring over 175 modules to easily earn CPD time
  • NMC-compliant RCNi Revalidation Portfolio to stay on track with your progress
  • Personalised newsletters tailored to your interests
  • A customisable dashboard with over 200 topics
Subscribe

Are you a student? Our student subscription has content especially for you.
Find out more