"Choosing A Multivitamin Can Be Difficult, But Taking One Can Add Up To 6 Years To Your Life"Choosing a multivitamin that is right for you can be a difficult process. You need answers to questions such as what nutrients do you require. Plus, are those extra herbs really beneficial? Next, which brand do you choose? One Internet retailer we visited had over 260 different brands. Of course, getting the nutrients you need from your diet is always best. However, with today’s busy lifestyles, that isn’t always possible. Here are 4 guidelines that can help you with choosing a multivitamin that is best for you. You may be wondering if you actually need a vitamin. Until recently, traditional medicine thought if you ate a healthy, balanced diet, you didn’t need one. However, a landmark article from Harvard Medical School appearing in an issue of the Journal of the American Medical Association in 2004 altered the medical community’s perspective on vitamins. This article demonstrated how choosing a multivitamin can play an important role in preventing disease. Additionally, in the book, “You, The Owner’s Manual,” doctors Oz and Roizen assert that choosing a multivitamin, taken twice daily, in essence, adds an additional six years to your life. That sounds like a pretty good reason to take one. Here is a list of the Dietary Reference Intakes for vitamins your multi- should include according to the U.S. Institute of Medicine:
However, certain vitamins such as vitamins A and E can prove dangerous if taken at high doses for prolonged periods. Just remember, when choosing a multivitamin, more is not always better. In addition, here are a few extras you should look for when choosing a multivitamin. These ingredients make multivitamins an even healthier choice.
Choosing a multivitamin that is Bioavailable is your best choice. Bioavailability refers to a nutrient’s ability to make it through the digestive system, where it can be readily absorbed. It is a measure of how well the body can absorb certain nutrients. Unfortunately, in ordinary vitamins, many of the nutrients aren’t absorbed at all because they aren’t Bioavailable. The down side is that Bioavailable vitamins are expensive. The acid test is how you feel after a month or two. If you don’t see any improvement, try another formula. Additionally, choose a formula without any additives such as preservatives, allergens, dyes, and other contaminants. Given that there are thousands of brands of vitamins on the market, how do you choose the best one? Look for a brand that has the USP, or United States Pharmacopeia seal. This seal guarantees the product contains the nutrients as stated on the label, is free of contaminants, and is readily absorbed. In addition, make sure that the label states that they have been laboratory tested. This will guarantee you are getting the vitamins as stated plus the correct dosages. Avoid supplements including hydrogenated oils, excessive fillers and binders like magnesium stearate. Also, choose an age-appropriate vitamin, and one that is appropriate for whatever stage you are in your life. For example, menopausal women need 100 percent of the DV for Iron while pre-menopausal women or men should choose a vitamin without iron. Furthermore, time-released vitamins are not more effective than regular vitamins, according to a study from Tufts University, so save your money. Finally, M. Margaret Gregory, Registered Nurse, certified Family Nurse Practitioner recommends, “People who want to take vitamin supplements should use only quality supplements, not generics.” Here is a web site that has reviews of the best multivitamins that should make your task of choosing a multivitamin easier: Remember, choosing a multivitamin should be taken along with a healthy diet. Just think of vitamins as extra insurance You should attempt to eat a variety of foods each day, including:
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