Myth
“Synthetic vitamins are inferior to whole-food vitamins”
Verdict: it dependsFor many nutrients, form and dose matter more than marketing labels.
For most micronutrients, the body uses the same chemical form regardless of source once absorbed. Some forms differ in bioavailability, such as natural vs synthetic vitamin E isomers. Product quality testing, dose appropriateness, and clinical relevance should drive selection.
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