Vitamins & Minerals
Natural Vitamin & Mineral Supplements
Vitamins and minerals are essential micronutrients necessary for the proper functioning of the human body, and their intake depends on the daily diet. Due to monotonous eating diets and increasingly common dietary restrictions, vitamin supplements have become a convenient way to compensate for the insufficient intake of individual micronutrients. The most commonly used include:
- Vitamin A: Recommended for those with a low intake of animal products, or anyone needing additional support for vision or skin health.
- B vitamins: Suitable for vegans and individuals who consume little or no animal products, and for those experiencing mental stress or seeking to support blood health or fertility.
- Vitamin C: Beneficial during periods when the immune system is under increased demand, particularly in autumn and winter.
- Vitamin D: Recommended when sunlight exposure is limited, such as during the winter months or when living in northern regions, and as general support for hormonal health.
- Vitamin E: Suitable for people exposed to oxidative stress, such as smoking, air pollution or intense physical activity.
- Vitamin K: Recommended for those with a low intake of leafy vegetables or an increased risk of osteoporosis.
- Magnesium: Beneficial for athletes, people under increased stress or those experiencing muscle cramps.
- Zinc: Supports immunity, skin health and male fertility.
- Iron: Recommended for women of reproductive age, pregnant or breastfeeding women, and blood donors.
- Calcium: Important for children and adolescents, postmenopausal women, older adults and people with lactose intolerance.
- Selenium: Suitable for those living in areas with low selenium levels in the soil or with weakened thyroid function.
These and other essential nutrients can be taken collectively through multivitamins, which provide balanced amounts of each micronutrient and help support overall health.
What is the best time to take vitamins?
Vitamin supplements can be taken at any time of day, but are often recommended to be taken in the morning. They are better absorbed when taken with food — for example, fat‑soluble vitamins (A, D, E and K) should be consumed with meals containing fat.
It is always advisable to consult a doctor before taking vitamins and minerals, especially due to possible contraindications with medications or interactions between individual supplements.
Which vitamins and minerals should you choose?
The quality of vitamin and mineral supplements is crucial for their absorption and effectiveness. Supplements should have a pure composition, free from fillers and unnecessary additives. High‑quality supplements are often made from natural ingredients and use natural or organic forms, such as cholecalciferol or magnesium bisglycinate.
Liposomal vitamins and minerals are among the highest‑quality supplements, offering increased bioavailability, though their higher price should be considered when purchasing.