What Are They?
A multivitamin is any preparation (EG capsule, tablet, liquid etc) which contains more than a single vitamin. Taking a multivitamin simplifies getting the nutrients you need instead of taking several individual vitamins.
Multivitamin Benefits
Multivitamins are packed with vitamins and minerals that help your body stay healthy and prevent illness. The body can’t naturally produce sufficient quantities of nutrients (vitamins and minerals) to provide the foundation for all normal biological functions. Eating a balanced diet is one way to get the nutrients your body needs. However, few of us get a truly balanced diet. In a survey of 21,000 American people not a single person obtained 100% of the RDA (Recommended Daily Allowance ) for each of ten basic nutrients. This highlights how important multivitamins are.
Different Types
The most popular types of multivitamins are; capsule, tablet, liquid and powder. Although you can get lesser found forms including patches you put on your body!
Are They All Equal?
No. There are different multivitamins for different bodies, for example one may be good for a pregnant women but not a teenage boy. As for different types of multivitamins some companies claim liquid multivitamins are better because they absorb into your body quicker, however some health experts question say this simply isn’t true. So forget about the type of multivitamin it is, just read what’s in it and who it is good for.
What Is The Best Multivitamin?
The truth is there is no ‘best’ multivitamin. There are lots of different multivitamins which all have different types and levels of effectiveness. To find out what is best for you always read the labels/online descriptions and compare prices so you get the maximum value for money.
Cost
You can get a pack of 30 capsules from around £2.00, although the more you buy the cheaper it gets per capsule so larger packs are better value. The price varies dependent on the type of multivitamin, the brand and the retailer.
Places To Buy in UK
Here is a selection of online shops you can buy multivitamins from, all have secure checkouts so paying is safe.
House Of Health – free delivery on orders over £20.
Home Herbs – free delivery on orders over £29.
Sources used for stats: ImmuneSupport.com. Image from sxc.
i think supplements can be a good gap filler for those vitamins your not getting but nothing beats natural fruit and veg. its just trying to fit it all in day.