Vitamin And Mineral Supplements - Benefits and Uses

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Are vitamin and mineral supplements good for You?

Vitamin and mineral supplements won't convert poor food choices into a healthy diet, but relevant quantities can address deficiencies at certain life stages. Vegetables and fruits are rich sources of essential vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants.

Who should take a vitamin and mineral supplement?

Some people who don’t get enough vitamins and minerals from food alone, including people who are on low-calorie diets or who avoid certain foods (such as strict vegetarians or vegans), may want to consider taking a vitamin and mineral supplement. Health care providers may recommend supplements for people with certain medical conditions.

Are vitamins and minerals a nutrient?

Vitamins and minerals are a form of nutrient (called micronutrients) that are needed in small amounts. Although micronutrients don’t give us energy, they are involved in the metabolic processes that enable us to get energy from carbohydrates, protein and fat, which are also known as macronutrients.

Why are vitamins and minerals important?

This could be because the vitamins and minerals in foods are also influenced by other components of the food, not just the ‘active ingredient’. Phytochemicals are an important component of food and are thought to reduce the incidence of heart disease and some cancers.

What Is Vitamin And Mineral Supplements

1. https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/vitamins-and-minerals-explained
2. https://www.betterhealth.vic.gov.au/health/HealthyLiving/vitamin-and-minerals

Vitamin And Mineral Supplements Information

1. https://ods.od.nih.gov/factsheets/list-VitaminsMinerals/