title: Vitamin preparations as dietary supplements and as therapeutic agents. Council on Scientific Affairs, American Medical Association.
abstract: Used extensively in the practice of medicine, vitamins are valuable when used properly in given clinical situations, bearing in mind their usefulness and limitations. Nutritional adequacy in the diet is best ensured through the use of a wide variety of foods; vitamin supplements are not usually necessary.
mesh_terms: D000328:Adult; D001682:Biological Availability; D002648:Child; D004032:Diet / Q000592:standards; D004334:Drug Administration Schedule; D006801:Humans; D007223:Infant; D014815:Vitamins / Q000008:administration & dosage / Q000009:adverse effects / Q000627:therapeutic use*
chemical_list: D014815:Vitamins