Recommended dose vs. therapeutic dose

I'll try to explain the difference between the therapeutic dose and Health Canada's recommended dose in a simple way.

Health Canada's Recommended Daily Intake is the amount of vitamins and minerals we should consume each day to keep our bodies healthy.

This is a quantity that is considered sufficient for most people.

However, in certain situations, it may be useful to take a higher dose of vitamins or minerals to help the body function properly or to restore certain nutritional levels. This higher dose is called a therapeutic dose.

For example, riboflavin (also known as vitamin B2) has a recommended dose of 1.1 mg per day. But to help with migraines or to support a slowed-down gene, a higher dose can be safely taken.

However, it's important to note that taking a higher dose of vitamins or minerals doesn't always mean it's better for the body. The therapeutic dose should be taken with caution and only on the advice of a qualified health professional.