Fill The Dietary Gap With Multiple Vitamin Supplements
Multiple Vitamins are vital micronutrient formulas that are designed for anyone looking for a way to make sure that they receive the optimal daily requirements of these important nutrients. Science has long known about the importance of a multi-vitamins mineral supplements. Deficiencies in various micronutrients can lead to weakness, fatigue, deterioration of connective tissue and most importantly, can lead to suppression of the immune system.
Science has demonstrated that athletes or people engaging in prolonged or intense exercise, need higher levels of vitamins and minerals than sedentary people. Vitamins and minerals contribute to the maintenance of good health, bone and muscle growth and regulating energy metabolism and immune function. Any serious athlete looking to maintain an optimal level of performance should be taking a multiple vitamin/mineral supplement.
Most individuals consume a diet that is inadequate in nutrition. Especially in times of stress we crave sugary, salty foods and caffeine to help with our energy levels. These foods tend to have no nutritional content and tend to decrease our energy stores even further. Studies have shown that low levels of folic acid and beta-carotene are linked with high incidence of cervical dysplasia and cervical cancers; low calcium levels are linked to osteoporosis, and low levels of discount vitamins E, beta-carotene and selenium are linked to lung cancer.
All supplements are not equal. Four factors are crucial in supplementation: the correct nutrient, the correct dose, the correct chemical form for proper absorbability and the correct ratio of nutrients to one another so one nutrient will not deplete the other. Compare the ingredients in the recommended multiple vitamin to the discount vitamin. The discount vitamin is Centrum, the number 1 selling vitamin in the country which contains very low doses of calcium, magnesium, vitamin E, vitamin C, selenium and B vitamins. Centrum also contains chloride, nickel or tin which can be toxic to your health in high doses.
I would suggest starting with a natural one per day or one per meal to get used to them. Consider yourself lucky if you can take (digestively tolerate) multiple vitamins on an empty stomach this is why all the vitamins you consume should be taken after a meal.
Vitamins are an easy way to ensure one received adequate amounts in their diet no matter how bad their eating habits are. Always consult your physician before adding vitamins to your diet if currently on prescription medications. Natural multiple vitamins which are free from their synthetic cousins can be found at your local or internet supplement store.
*Statements contained herein have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. Vitamins are not intended to diagnose, treat and cure or prevent disease. Always consult with your professional health care provider before changing any medication or adding Vitamins to medications.
