Tuesday, May 18, 2010

Should I take a multivitamin supplement?

A multivitamin can act as an insurance policy if you aren't getting enough nutrients from your food. Regard supplements as top-ups rather than main providers of your intake. They should not be substitutes for a badly planned diet but they may be beneficial if:
  • You eat erratically and fail to consume five portions of fruit and vegetables a day.
  • You are on a calorie-restricted diet providing less than 1500 kcal/ day.
  • You exclude one or more major food groups (e.g. a dairy-free diet).

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