What To Look For In A Complete Supplement

By Cherry Mercer


A complete supplement is a specially formulated preparation, usually in the form of a pill that contains a number of vitamins and minerals which are important for maintaining a healthy body. Most people don't get the exact amount of every nutrient they should in their daily diet, which makes taking a supplement a good way to make up for those which are missing. People who take supplements are statistically less likely to be afflicted with cancer, heart disease or osteoporosis. When choosing the best product, it can help to keep these points in mind.

While eating a nutritionally balanced diet should be the main source of proper nutrient intake, most people are lacking in one or more specific vitamins or minerals. A multivitamin helps fill in these missing areas. In particular vitamin D, calcium, and potassium are important nutrients which many do not get sufficient amounts of and are in complete supplements.

It is important to read the labels carefully before selecting a particular brand of multivitamin. All of the essential nutrients should be included; B-complex vitamins, vitamin A, E, D, C, K, calcium, potassium, iodine, zinc, borate, manganese, iron, beta-carotene, selenium, molybdenum, and magnesium. Generally, the amounts should meet 100% of the daily recommended intake. Many people require additional calcium and vitamin D than what a supplement contains which must be obtained through diet or a separate pill.

In the vast selection of supplement products, there are some which are designed for people who have particular needs. Some are formulated with a higher amount of one nutrient or another, and may have additional health boosters such as antioxidants in them too. Prenatal vitamins contain additional iron, calcium, and folic acid and are recommended for expectant women to take for a healthy pregnancy.

People's nutritional needs change throughout their lives, and the manufacturers of supplements have taken this into consideration. There are special formulas for older people, younger adults, children and infants. Men and women also have different requirements in terms of certain vitamins and minerals, and there are products designed to meet these specific needs as well. It is important to choose the right supplement for one's age and gender in order to get the most out of it.

Men's and women's supplements differ primarily in the senses that the formula for males does not have the extra iron which the female one does. Women of childbearing age lose iron through menstrual bleeding, and therefore require a higher intake of it. Younger women are also recommended to take folic acid which helps lower the chances of birth defects if conception occurs.

When people are over 50, they do not absorb some nutrients as readily in their diets as they once did. Supplements for senior adults usually have added vitamin D, B6, B12, and calcium. Synthetic source nutrients are more quickly absorbed than natural ones. Older women who are menopausal also require less iron than they once did.

There are many different forms that a complete supplement is available in such as capsules, tablets, powders, and for younger individuals there are more palatable options such as flavored chewables, gummies, or liquids. It is important to store them in a cool, dry place in order to preserve their potency. Generally it is advisable to consult a doctor before taking supplements, as he or she can advise patients on which ones are most appropriate and safe.




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