Re: VITAMIN E CAN KILL

From: GMCarter (fiar_at_verizon.net)
Date: 11/13/04 

Date: Sat, 13 Nov 2004 12:31:45 GMT

On Sat, 13 Nov 2004 06:44:45 +1000, "Peter Moran" <moringa@gil.com.au>
wrote:

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>But a metanalysis of all the studies on multivitamins would reveal a similar
>somewhat confused picture to that which exists for single vitamins i.e.
>inconsistent benefits and even hints of harm.

Why do you say that? Based on what evidence? Is there actually a
meta-analysis of multivitamin studies?

>Why not advocate a better diet? That fits your theory of synergistic
>benefits from micronutrients. It is better supported in clinical studies.
>It provides additional nutrients known to help prevent illness, and may
>also supply yet unkown ones.

A better diet is DEFINITELY the first place to start. I agree with you
100% here.

However, in some chronic conditions, it is inadequate, such as HIV
disease.

                George M. Carter

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