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Fountain of Youth? More Like the Fountain of “Meh”

Michael Hunter, MD
BeingWell
Published in
4 min readJul 16, 2024

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I take a daily multivitamin.

But is my habit promoting my health? Longevity?

And you?

Do you take a multivitamin to help you live longer?

Sorry.

Your multivitamin is not going to make you Benjamin Button.

Do you remember that 2008 Brad Pitt film, The Curious Case of Benjamin Button?

In a twist of fate, Benjamin Button enters the world as an older man, gradually growing younger each year.

Amidst the oddities of his reverse-aging life, he encounters Daisy, a spirited young girl whose path intertwines with his own.

As she blossoms into a graceful dancer, their bond deepens through fleeting encounters, fueled by the longing for a love that transcends time’s constraints.

From whimsical escapades to profound reflections, Benjamin’s extraordinary journey is ultimately propelled by the unwavering hope that destiny will align their ages, allowing them to embrace a love that defies all odds.

Back to the bad news: A multivitamin will not slow your aging clock.

That’s the takeaway message from a new study.

Taking a Multivitamin is Common

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Michael Hunter, MD
BeingWell

I have degrees from Harvard, Yale, and Penn. I am a radiation oncologist in the Seattle area. You may find me regularly posting at www.newcancerinfo.com