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Can you really overdose on vitamins?
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Expert Answer
Yes—fat-soluble vitamins (A, D, E, K) accumulate in body fat and can reach toxic levels. Vitamin A toxicity from supplements is particularly dangerous. Water-soluble vitamins are generally excreted but megadoses can still cause problems (kidney stones from vitamin C).
Key Insight
Yes—fat-soluble vitamins (A, D, E, K) accumulate in body fat and can reach toxic levels.
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