Over 60? 4 Vitamins You Should NEVER take.
Over 60? 4 Vitamins You Should NEVER Take and 4 You MUST Take Daily (Unless Your Doctor Says Otherwise!) As you celebrate your 60s and beyond, your nutritional needs shift. The vitamins and minerals that were beneficial in your younger years might not be as helpful now—and some can even become harmful in supplement form. Navigating the supplement aisle can be confusing. To help you prioritize your health, here are four vitamins you should generally avoid in high-dose supplements and four that are often essential for older adults. 4 Vitamins/Minerals to AVOID Taking (Unless Your Doctor Prescribes Them) For most healthy adults over 60, getting these nutrients from food is sufficient. Supplementing with high doses can sometimes lead to toxic build-up or complications. 1. Vitamin A (especially Beta-Carotene Supplements) Why to be cautious: Vitamin A is a fat-soluble vitamin, meaning excess amounts are stored in the body's fat and liver, potentially leading to toxicity . High-do...