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Claim Text: And while it’s true that some people may benefit from taking multivitamins — including older adults, those on restrictive diets and those who have trouble absorbing nutrients (like those with celiac disease or Crohn’s disease) — most people can get all of the nutrients they need by following a balanced diet, Dr. Manson said.
Simplified Text: Most people can get all the nutrients they need by following a balanced diet although some people may benefit from taking multivitamins
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Claim Maker: Dr. Manson
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Subject Tags: Health
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Created: February 15, 2026 at 4:37 PM (6 months ago)
Last Updated: February 15, 2026 at 4:37 PM (6 months ago)

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Supplement Swaps: What to Eat Instead of Taking Pills

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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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This includes eating plenty of fruits and vegetables, legumes, nuts and seeds, whole grains, dairy products and healthy sources of protein, she said. 0.950

Simplified: A balanced diet includes eating plenty of fruits vegetables legumes nuts seeds whole grains dairy products and healthy sources of protein

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Simplified: Supplements can contain contaminants or excessive levels of nutrients or interact with certain over-the-counter or prescription medications

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Simplified: Many people take multivitamins as a "backstop" in case they do not get enough vitamins and minerals from their diet

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This includes people who can’t tolerate higher doses of medications, like statins, because of their side effects. 0.900

Simplified: This includes people who cannot tolerate higher doses of medications like statins because of their side effects

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Simplified: People with normal cholesterol or blood pressure levels seem less likely to benefit

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