Chapter 3: Vitamins - Introduction to the Second Edition

Chapter 3 summarizes more than 200 studies linking vitamin deficiencies to certain diseases and describes how vitamin supplements have proven helpful in preventing them. All of the major vitamins are discussed, including revised Recommended Dietary Allowances (RDAs). Readers will find the revised chapter an ideal way to acquaint themselves with the growing field of orthomolecular medicine. Important disease-preventing information is offered, including the role of vitamin C in reducing the risk of some cancers; the role of vitamin E in preventing cardiovascular ailments and blood clots; and the role of the B vitamins in treating depression and alcoholism.