Multivitamins taken daily by healthy adults are not associated with reduced mortality risk
July 9, 2024
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The findings are based on an NIH analysis of more than two decades of dietary information from more than 390,124 U.S. adults.
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The study, led by researchers at the National Cancer Institute of the National Institutes of Health (NIH), examined data collected from more than 400,000 healthy adults followed over a 20-year period. It was found that regular use of multivitamins did not reduce the risk of mortality. Researchers at the National Cancer Institute of the National Institutes of Health led this study. It was released in 2024 on June 26. JAMA Network Open.
In the United States, many adults take multivitamins to improve their health. The benefits and risks of taking multivitamins regularly are unclear. Results of previous studies on multivitamins and mortality were mixed and limited due to short follow-up times.
Researchers analyzed three large, geographically and demographically diverse prospective studies, involving 390,124 U.S. adult participants followed over a period of more than twenty years. Participants in the analysis had no history of chronic illness or cancer.
The researchers were able to mitigate any bias or other factors that might have affected the results of previous studies because the study population was large, included a long follow-up period, and had detailed demographic and lifestyle information. . Multivitamin users can lead healthier lives in general, and patients with more serious illnesses can increase the use of these supplements.
The analysis showed that taking daily multivitamins was not associated with a reduced risk of death from any cause compared to those who did not take them. Additionally, there was no difference in mortality rates from heart disease, cancer, or cerebrovascular disorders. The results were adjusted to take into account factors such as race, ethnicity, diet and education.
The researchers noted that it was important to evaluate the relationship between multivitamins and mortality risk among various populations. This includes those with documented nutritional deficiencies, as well as other conditions related to aging.
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The article “Mulvitamin use and mortality risk in three prospective US cohorts” will be published on June 26, 2024. Open JAMA Network.
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