Vitamin and mineral supplements can help bridge the gap where eating and exercise habits fall short. Age, gender, medical history, and lifestyle play important roles in determining which supplements may be most beneficial for a specific individual. Consider your health concerns and check this list of nutrients that may help you protect your health:
• Heart Health: Vitamins B6, B12, C, and E; soy; folic acid
• Bone Strength: Vitamins A, D, and K; calcium; soy; magnesium
• Prostate Health: Lycopene, selenium, vitamin E, and zinc
• Blood Pressure: Calcium, magnesium, potassium, and vitamin C
• Healthy Eyes: Vitamin A, C, E, and zinc
• Healthy Skin: Vitamins A and C, zinc, and biotin.
As reported in a recent Medical Update, a landmark report from Harvard Medical School recommends that all Americans take a daily multivitamin to help prevent disease and protect overall health.
"In addition to improving their diets, all adults should make taking a daily multivitamin a fundamental step in their daily routines," said Dr. Stephen Brunton at Columbia University. "It should be as routine as brushing their teeth every day."
Always tell your physician and pharmacist the amount of vitamins you are taking. Vitamins can affect some medications and diagnostic tests. Men should avoid supplements that contain iron, as the mineral has been linked to heart disease.
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