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Overdosing on vitamins and supplements

by Ms. Alyson Greenhalgh and Dr. Sara Kirk

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Is it possible to take too many herbs and supplements?

answer
Yes, but this is possible with any substance. The chance of overdosing, though unlikely, may occur when you use different vitamin supplements that overlap on nutrients. Because herbal supplements aren't well-researched, we often don't know their side effects or how they will interact with other supplements or conventional medicines. People often think because herbal supplements are natural they are harmless, but this is not necessarily the case. Always advise your GP which vitamins and supplements you are taking so you don't take anything that will put your health at risk.

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