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Las vitaminas y los minerales constituyen los micronutrientes esenciales en la nutrición del individuo para mantener un adecuado equilibrio en el metabolismo intermediario. Diversos estudios han demostrado los efectos beneficiosos de micronutrientes como el ácido fólico, la vitamina E, el selenio y el calcio en la prevención y tratamiento de algunas enfermedades. Los criterios de la suplementación deben establecerse considerando los estudios de eficacia de los suplementos y las evidencias de seguridad de éstos. El establecimiento de programas de educación sanitaria que informen de estos aspectos a la población podría contribuir al uso racional de los suplementos nutricionales.
Vitamins and minerals are essential micronutrients in human nutrition to maintain adequate intermediate metabolism. Several studies have demonstrated the benefits of micronutrients such as folic acid, vitamin E, selenium, and calcium in preventing or treating certain diseases. The criteria for supplementation should be established, based on safety and efficacy studies. Nutritional education programs aimed at the general public could contribute to the rational use of nutritional supplements.
Palabras clave:
Suplementos nutricionales
Seguridad
Eficacia
Uso racional
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