General Family Health: Side Effects, Nutrition & Wellness Tips

Medication side effects, nutritional benefits, and common wellness questions. Information on identifying stomach ulcers, vitamin deficiencies, and food safety.

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How Much Is Too Much Vitamin B Complex?

Vitamin B complex consists of water-soluble vitamins and is well tolerated by most. But getting high doses of certain B vitamins may cause adverse side effects.

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Should You Take Iron With Vitamin C?

Iron's main role in the body is to transport oxygen and carbon dioxide through the blood. Vitamin C is necessary for growth and repair in your body, and it increases iron absorption. Most people get enough vitamin C from their diet, so taking a vitamin C supplement may not be necessary.

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Do Multivitamins Really Work?

Multivitamins can play a positive role in your health if you're deficient in vitamins, but there is a risk of toxicity if you consume too much.

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Eating Before Bed & Digestion

If you eat right before going to bed, your food will still digest, but you could experience uncomfortable symptoms. When you lie down after eating, the food and digestive juices in your stomach press against the bottom of your esophagus, which can cause heartburn, acid reflux and indigestion.

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Side Effects of Vitamins B12 & B6

Vitamins are found naturally in foods, but supplements can shore up any deficiencies you may have. As with any pill, it's important to be aware of the proper dosage, side effects and potential interactions with other pills.

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