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Should You Be Taking A Multi-Vitamin?

Many experts believe it has become more difficult to obtain adequate quantities of nutrients from our food. Poor soil conditions combined with improper storage, processing and cooking procedures contribute to a reduction of nutrients in food. In addition, stress and the environment may increase your nutrient requirements. Our evolving lifestyles also influence our nutrient requirements: do we allow for home cooked meals...five or more servings of fresh fruits and vegetables every day? Probably not! For these reasons, just about everyone can benefit from a daily multiple vitamin and mineral supplement.

MULTI VITAMINS

What are Multiple Vitamins?

Multiple Vitamins are vital micronutrient formulas that are designed for athletes or 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 multiple vitamin/mineral supplement. Deficiencies in various micronutrients can lead to weakness, fatigue, deterioration of connective tissue and most importantly, can lead to suppression of the immune system.

Why should I use Multiple Vitamins?

Science has demonstrated that athletes or persons 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.

What research has been done on Multiple Vitamins?

As with other supplements, Multiple Vitamin/Mineral supplements have plenty of research proving their benefits. Antioxidants such as vitamins C, E and Beta-Carotene have been shown to neutralize free radicals that can cause damage at the cellular level. In addition, other vitamins such as B6 and D can play important roles in our bodies such as protein metabolism, bone growth and neurotransmitter production. Others such as Calcium, are well known for their benefit in promoting bone growth and ability to help ward off Osteoporosis. Finally, such trace minerals like Zinc and Iron are important in the production of certain hormones as well as in improving athletic performance. As we can clearly see, supplementation with a Multiple Vitamin/Mineral formula is a no-brainer and should be practiced by everyone.

Q.	What doses of Multiple Vitamins should be taken?
A.	The USDA has established certain guidelines for safe and effective supplementation for several micronutrients. However, as stated before, because of the intense stress and fatigue that often go hand-in-hand with athletes of all kinds, higher dosages may be required to maintain optimal levels of all trace minerals and micronutrients.

Q.	What side effects are caused by Multiple Vitamins?
A.	As of yet, there have been no reported or known side effects from taking Multiple Vitamin formulas. Thus no adverse side effects should be encountered. However, those that are allergic to certain ingredients should carefully read all labels before taking any Multiple Vitamin supplement.