Supplements have been around for years. A new form of supplemental vitamins and minerals is injecting it directly into a body. Can vitamin and mineral therapy prevent fungal diseases?
Supplements and Fungal Prevention
Intravenous vitamin therapy is increasing in popularity. Mainly used by celebrities, it is gaining recognition in the mainstream population. Myer’s Cocktail is the common name of a popular mixture. It contains magnesium, vitamin C, calcium, and different B’s. This is used for a variety of ailments, including boosting the immune system. Hypothetically, injecting supplements directly allows the body to absorb it faster.
Unfortunately, there are no formal studies that support these properties. Positive results of the Myer’s Cocktail is anecdotal at best. Nevertheless, the lack of sufficient evidence has not stopped the many IV therapy clinics popping up all over the country.
Theoretically, vitamin supplements can be beneficial. Vitamins D, B-3, and C all have anti-fungal benefits. Unfortunately, there are some drawbacks to using vitamin supplements.
One of the biggest precautions about taking vitamin supplements is the potential for toxic overdose. High doses of the wrong vitamin increase toxicity.
Also, the FDA does not oversee supplements. It only requires that a supplement label is on the bottle. The FDA does not require that the supplements undergo any safety testing before marketing.
Final Thoughts
In theory, supplements support the idea that vitamin and mineral therapy prevent fungal diseases. Unfortunately, the risks may outweigh the benefits. Since they are so unregulated. And very little research exists to support fungal disease prevention. If you are truly interested, it would be better to speak to your doctor first.
