Trying to get all the nutrients to stay healthy can be challenging, especially for those with a busy lifestyle. That’s why many people opt for a multivitamin.
But are multivitamins really an effective way to supplement for essential nutrients? We asked Anne VanBeber, PhD, RD, a professor in the department of nutritional sciences at Texas Christian University, to find out.
*This interview has been edited and condensed for length and clarity.
Q: If I’m concerned that I’m not getting enough nutrients through my diet, should I take a multivitamin each day?
VanBeber: We should always try to get our nutrients through foods first. Most vitamins and minerals are available in a wide variety of foods, so there is no single specific diet that a person must follow to obtain the vitamins and minerals that we need.
That said, many people do not eat a variety of foodsto ensure that their bodies are receiving the proper amounts of nutrients needed for optimal health, well-being, and prevention of chronic diseases.
Taking a multivitamin and mineral supplement once a day can be viewed as an “insurance” in case you do not eat a variety of foods needed for optimum health.
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