Do Supplements Contain Contaminants?

What are the risks? Heavy metals, which are known to cause cancer, dementia and brittle bones, contaminate many diet supplements. One study of 121 products revealed 5% of them surpassed the safe daily consumption limit for arsenic. Two percent had excess lead, cadmium and aluminum; and 1% had too much mercury.

Do supplements have toxins?

While you may be consuming your daily dose of vitamins and minerals, the quality and brand of your supplements make all the difference. On many occasions, toxic chemicals and unnecessary ingredients make it to these vitamin and mineral bottles that may you be unknowingly taking.

What supplements are toxic?

Highlighted here are seven supplements that you should take carefully, if at all.
  • Vitamin D: ...
  • St. ...
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  • Multivitamins and Multiminerals: No Substitute for a Healthy Diet. ...
  • Fish Oil Supplements: Choose Fish or Flaxseed Instead. ...
  • Kava: Overuse Can Harm Your Liver.
Sarah Jenkins

Sarah Jenkins

Senior Technology Editor & AI Specialist

Sarah Jenkins is a veteran tech journalist with over 12 years of experience covering artificial intelligence, mobile innovations, and digital ethics. Her insights have appeared in leading technology publications worldwide.