How to tell if vitamins went bad: a visual and sensory guide
                                
                                
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                                While taking expired vitamins is highly unlikely to cause you harm, they do lose their potency over time, meaning you may not be getting the full nutritional benefits you expect. Knowing the signs of deterioration can save you from a pointless supplement routine.