Nutrition Experts Warn Against Self-Medication and Urge Mindful Eating
Experts warn Krasnodar residents against reckless spring vitamin binges
Residents of Krasnodar should not rush to buy vitamins this spring, as they are often unnecessary, a local health expert has advised. Yana Shramko, a preventive medicine specialist at the Krasnodar Regional Center for Public Health and Medical Prevention, shared this guidance with Krasnodar Izvestia.
According to Shramko, the widely held belief in "spring vitamin deficiency" is largely exaggerated. Even in early spring, the region offers a variety of vegetables, fresh herbs, apples, and root crops—all of which provide essential nutrients through a balanced diet.
The doctor emphasized that vitamins are not harmless supplements but potent medications. Particular caution is needed with fat-soluble vitamins—A, E, and D—since unchecked intake can lead to toxic buildup in the body.
Instead of purchasing dietary supplements, Shramko recommends focusing on nutrition, such as incorporating fresh greens and high-quality plant-based oils. The only exception, she noted, is vitamin D, which should be taken strictly under medical supervision and after blood testing.
Earlier, WHO expert Andrei Demin warned that jelly candies with additives and artificial dyes may increase the risk of cancer. The specialist noted that many such products undergo insufficient regulatory oversight.
