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Many people take multivitamins as a “backstop” just in case they don’t get enough vitamins and minerals from their diet, said Wesley McWhorter, a dietitian in Houston.
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Many people take multivitamins as a "backstop" in case they do not get enough vitamins and minerals from their diet
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- Wesley McWhorter
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{ "person": "Wesley McWhorter", "profession": "dietitian" } - UUID
- a1165876-1020-4a1a-8e40-0bfe17ad91ee
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- February 15, 2026 at 4:37 PM (2 months ago)
- Last Updated
- February 15, 2026 at 4:37 PM (2 months ago)
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https://nytimes.com/2026/02/09/well/eat/supplement-swaps-nutrition-food.html
This article discusses common dietary supplements and suggests food alternatives to obtain the same nutrients. Experts advise that a balanced diet is often sufficient and safer than taking supplements, which can have risks. The article provides examples of food swaps for popular supplements like multivitamins and fish oil.
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