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VITAMIN E: IS IT SAFE?
The extraordinary
escalation of consumption represents an act of faith, and
seduction both by authority and PR hype. Physicians and
"nutritionists" emphasize the alleged benefits of
large doses of Vitamin E for treatment and prevention to
health-conscious persons, but usually deny any harmful side
effects.
Dr. Roberts
has repeatedly described many potential hazards of excessive
Vitamin E. They are based on personal observations and
prolonged research -- especially hypertension, breast
tumors, and thrombophlebitis.
Unfortunately,
these corporate-neutral warnings continue to be ignored or
suppressed by health care professionals and the wellness
press.
This courageous effort is
presented with a minimum of medicalese. Dr. Roberts also
discusses the nebulous issue of "free radicals"
used to justify taking Vitamin E as an
"antioxidant," and the flawed protocols and
omissions in studies cited for promotion. |
