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Vitamins:
myths and facts
Vitamins are certainly among the known
substances that are taken regularly and
which give rise to heated controversy and
confusion. Ideas such as that vitamins in-
crease appetite or stimulate growth, delay
the ageing process, or any other related
claims are defended by the public and are
deeply rooted myths that we as physicians
must face every day in our practice while
patients vehemently defend their consump-
tion.
In this article, we will try to explain, clearly
and concisely, what they are, their function
and, most importantly, debunk certain
claims that are not supported by any sound
scientifc study.
A vitamin is an organic compound that cells
Román Rodríguez Barrigüete