Are extra vitamins recommended in times of physical stress?
Yes. The body undergoes a variety of physical stresses at various times, such as when recovering from an acute infection, an extensive skin burn, or major surgery. In the case of a serious infection, additional vitamin C may be prescribed by a doctor. Vitamin E has been shown to reduce damage which occurs to the heart during surgery due to interrupted blood flow. Vigorous exercise has been shown to increase the production of free radicals. There is some evidence vitamins C, E and beta-carotene may protect against such damage.
