Ask Dr. Nick
On today’s episode, Dr. Nick talks about the reasons most people should be taking a multivitamin, especially for cognitive health. Ideally, everyone is able to get their nutrients from the food they eat; however, the foods we eat are not like they were many years ago. Today, our soils are not as good making our foods less nutrient-dense, especially vegetables and fruits. At the same time, our lives are filled with stress, chemicals, and toxins in which our bodies need to defend. Hence, taking a multivitamin-mineral supplement can help ensure that we are getting adequate nutrients, in the correct ratios, for optimal health. The video shares a paper that looked at how older adults can improve global cognition and memory by taking a multivitamin over a 3 year period. This is amazing since most people assume that cognition only decreases as we get older. Check out the video for more in depth information on the benefits of taking a multivitamin for cognitive health!
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