Superfood or superhype? The four popular supplements you probably don't need
A report highlights that many Britons are taking health supplements based on social media advice despite limited evidence of efficacy. Meanwhile, rescue efforts are underway for 20 people missing after a ferry capsized off the coast of northern Cyprus.
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The article addresses the growing trend of health misinformation while reporting on a separate, urgent maritime disaster.
People are increasingly getting health information from social media but many popular products don't necessarily help
The NHS does recommend taking some supplements, like vitamin D, which adults are advised to take for six months over winter (Photo: Kseniya Ovchinnikova/Getty) Clare Wilson Science Writer close Cancel email X WhatsApp Facebook link share Share bookmark Save Britons are taking more health supplements than ever before, often because of advice from social media influencers , a survey has found.
Products range from traditional supplements like daily multivitamin and mineral tablets to more unusual ones, such as capsules made from lion’s mane mushrooms .
Nearly three-quarters of people take at least one supplement and a quarter are using three or more supplements, according to the survey by Bupa.
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