16 Oct , 14:48
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Geriatrician raises alarm: excess of vitamin A may threaten the health of elderly people
Renowned geriatrician Christopher Norman has issued an important warning for people over 50 about the potential danger of vitamin A excess in the body. The corresponding information was published in El Español.
The specialist notes that in mature age, many people begin to actively take various dietary supplements due to developing chronic diseases. However, according to the doctor, numerous scientific studies convincingly prove that the necessary amount of vitamin A can be quite realistically obtained through a normal balanced diet.
"Vitamin A supplements should be consumed with caution, as their excess can reduce bone density, cause liver damage and joint pain," the doctor emphasized. He also added that excessive intake of this vitamin increases the risk of fractures, as well as mobility and balance disorders, which is especially important for people over 50.