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Q: Quit Smoking: How long before I notice the positive impact o
asked by: DoctorQuestion on October 13th, 2006
Hello there.


I have recently started taking a series of vitamins in the hopes of regaining some of the health i've lost from smoking. I recently quit, and only just started taking my vitamins about two days ago.


I know not to expect results so instantaneously, but I was hoping someone might be able to give me some idea as to how long it takes to notice some sort of difference, on average. As well, what specifically each vitamin is going to be affecting.


All of the vitamins that I am taking are genestra brands vitamins, which I have been told is a good quality vitamin (any comments on this is appreciated!)

multi efa capsules (essential fatty acids complex),
maxum multi vite (vitamin-mineral supplement)
phyto greerns capsules (a means for getting those vegetable nutrients I don't get through my diet)
e400 emulsified (400 iu vitamin e)
super cal mag (calcium-magnesium supplement)
c1000 (vitamin c complex bioflavonoids)

i am able to give more specific breakdowns, if necessary, but perhaps the previous information will be enough to gain some comments.


Any personal experiences with these vitamins or this brand are very welcomed and appreciated!


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Dr. Nikola Gjuzelov , MD
replied on October 23rd, 2006
Vitamins Answer A1653
If you have not been diagnosed with a disease caused by lack of vitamins, then you probably won’t feel anything spectacular from these supplements. In addition, you can’t overcome the bad impact from smoking by taking extra vitamins and minerals. The best thing you can do about the damage caused by smoking is to quit smoking. A healthy person who consumes various types of food, especially fresh fruits and vegetables, does not need extra vitamins and minerals in normal conditions. Extra vitamins and minerals may be necessary during special occasions like pregnancy, breastfeeding, sports activities, treatment for obesity, etc.


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Dr. Nikola Gjuzelov , MD
replied on October 23rd, 2006
Vitamins Answer A1653
If you have not been diagnosed with a disease caused by lack of vitamins, then you probably won’t feel anything spectacular from these supplements. In addition, you can’t overcome the bad impact from smoking by taking extra vitamins and minerals. The best thing you can do about the damage caused by smoking is to quit smoking. A healthy person who consumes various types of food, especially fresh fruits and vegetables, does not need extra vitamins and minerals in normal conditions. Extra vitamins and minerals may be necessary during special occasions like pregnancy, breastfeeding, sports activities, treatment for obesity, etc.


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