homocysteine, if appropriate
The goal is not to avoid all vitamins. The goal is to avoid unnecessary high doses and make sure symptoms are not being missed.
What to Ask Your Doctor
Before taking a high-dose daily vitamin, especially after age 60, ask:
Do I actually need this supplement?
Is this dose safe with my medications?
Could this affect my kidney function or blood tests?
Should I check B12 before taking folic acid?
Am I getting too much vitamin B6 from multiple products?
Could my symptoms be from a deficiency,
