Multivitamins: A Simple Way to Support Healthy Aging

Submitted by the Metagenics Marketing Team

Why Multivitamins Matter

You try to eat well to feel good and stay healthy. While it’s optimal to get your nutritional needs from the foods you eat, it’s not always possible. Research has shown that multivitamins and supplements may be useful for providing the nutrients you may be lacking from diet alone.¹ That’s where a daily multivitamin can help. It fills in the gaps and gives your body the extra support it needs.

1. Support Healthy Aging

As you get older, your body has a harder time absorbing nutrients from food. After age 50, your body may need more vitamins and minerals to stay strong and energized.² Metagenics™ PhytoMulti^® Multivitamin is designed to support cellular health and promote healthy aging with its blend of essential vitamins and phytonutrients.^*

2. Fill Nutrient Gaps from Restricted Diets

Do you avoid certain foods like dairy, gluten, or red meat? Whether it’s due to allergies or lifestyle choices like paleo or vegan diets, cutting out food groups can lead to vitamin deficiencies.

A multivitamin can help replace nutrients like calcium, vitamin D, iron, and vitamin B12 that you may be missing.^*

3. Get More Than the Bare Minimum

You’ve probably heard that the typical Western diet doesn’t include nearly enough daily fruits and vegetables. Recommended Dietary Allowances (RDAs) help prevent basic nutrient shortages, but you may need more for your body to feel its best. If your diet lacks enough fruits and vegetables, supplementing a multivitamin can help boost your intake of key nutrients.

If your diet lacks certain food groups, Metagenics™ Multigenics® Multivitamin offers a comprehensive range of vitamins and minerals to help fill those gaps.

4. Support Daily Energy Levels

In today’s “go-go-go” society, one of the top complaints is a general lack of energy. Your body needs vitamins and minerals to create energy.⁵ If you’re skipping meals, not sleeping well, or running on caffeine, a multivitamin can help fuel your day and fight fatigue.

Metagenics™ Wellness Essentials® Men’s Vitality Daily Packs provide targeted nutritional support to boost energy and vitality.

5. Managing Stress and Mood 

Daily life stressing you out? You’re not alone. Life can be overwhelming. Vitamins and other nutrients support brain health and help you handle stress better. Research shows that taking a daily multivitamin may support a calm mood and reduce everyday stress.⁶

Add a Daily Multivitamin to Your Diet

Before starting any new supplement, talk to your doctor or healthcare provider. They can help you choose the right multivitamin for your needs and make sure it won’t interfere with any medications.

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References:

1. U.S. Department of Health and Human Services and U.S. Department of Agriculture. 2015–2020 Dietary Guidelines for Americans. 8th Edition. December 2015. Available at http://health.gov/dietaryguidelines/2015/guidelines/.
2. National Institute on Aging, Dietary Supplements. https://www.nia.nih.gov/health/publication/dietary-supplements#should
3. Lerman RH et al. Glob Adv Health Med. 2014;3(2):34-39.
4. Bailey RL et al. Why US Adults Use Dietary Supplements. JAMA Intern Med. 2013;173(5):355-361.
5. Stough et al. Reducing occupational stress with a B-vitamin focussed intervention: a randomized clinical trial: study protocol. Nutrition Journal. 2014;13:122.