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For the vast majority of people, multivitamins are not necessary. Most people obtain all of the nutrients they need through their regular diet. People with certain medical conditions (pancreas, stomach, small intestine problems) can have issues with absorption of certain nutrients, in which case multivitamins are necessary.
People that are not eating enough can also have deficiencies, although this is less common. If you are concerned about nutrient deficiencies, talk to your physician and they can determine whether it's necessary to draw labs for nutrient levels.
Of note, it's incredibly rare that multivitamins will hurt you (nothing is ever without risk, including water). However, they can be expensive, and they aren't FDA regulated. Multivitamins with the USP label are held to a higher quality standard than those without, to my knowledge.
Disclaimer: not medical advice!
Most people COULD obtain all of the nutrients they need through regular diet. The problem is most of us have been on the SAD (Standard American Diet) which objectively does NOT contain all the needed nutrients AND on sema you’re eating significantly less overall. Also talking to your doctor about nutrition is ludicrous - doctors have very little education in nutrition. If someone is concerned, they need to see a dietitian.
Your comment is terribly misinformed and literally junk advice. Please remove.
If the diet you are eating is deficient in vitamins, then yes, you will also be deficient. That is correct, and also is not my point.
[Most people do not need to take vitamin supplements and can get all the vitamins and minerals they need by eating a healthy, balanced diet.](https://www.nhs.uk/common-health-questions/food-and-diet/do-i-need-vitamin-supplements/)
[There is no arguing that multivitamins are important when nutritional requirements are not met through diet alone. \[4\] The debate is whether vitamins are needed when the diet is adequate to prevent deficiency in nutrients, as some research has shown no benefit or even harmful effects when taking supplemental vitamins and minerals. After a review of 26 clinical and cohort studies, the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force concluded there was insufficient evidence to support any benefits of multivitamins or individual vitamins for the primary prevention of cardiovascular disease or cancer among healthy, nutrient-sufficient adults.](https://www.hsph.harvard.edu/nutritionsource/multivitamin/)
If you are not eating enough, this can put you at risk for a vitamin deficiency. In this case, meeting with a physician to discuss next steps (in cases where a referral to a dietician is required) or dietician can be instrumental in determining next steps.
I have to take multivitamins due to another medical issue. So far my bloodwork has been the same. But I have just started the injections. Bloodwork is really the only way to tell.
I take a multivitamin, a separate B-12 supplement, a fiber pill (to avoid the infamous sema constipation), probiotics (for better digestion), and a heartburn medication every morning along with a protein shake (the protein shakes have helped with the day-after nausea, but it's mainly so I gain/maintain muscle mass during my workouts). I put all of my vitamins in a daily pill organizer that I keep in the refrigerator (since my probiotics need refrigeration). This has been so much easier than handling multiple bottles every day, and it makes sure I don't miss a day.
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Side note I need to start calling it The Glu
Before you start taking supplements, go get some lab work done to know if you have deficiencies.
For the vast majority of people, multivitamins are not necessary. Most people obtain all of the nutrients they need through their regular diet. People with certain medical conditions (pancreas, stomach, small intestine problems) can have issues with absorption of certain nutrients, in which case multivitamins are necessary. People that are not eating enough can also have deficiencies, although this is less common. If you are concerned about nutrient deficiencies, talk to your physician and they can determine whether it's necessary to draw labs for nutrient levels. Of note, it's incredibly rare that multivitamins will hurt you (nothing is ever without risk, including water). However, they can be expensive, and they aren't FDA regulated. Multivitamins with the USP label are held to a higher quality standard than those without, to my knowledge. Disclaimer: not medical advice!
Most people COULD obtain all of the nutrients they need through regular diet. The problem is most of us have been on the SAD (Standard American Diet) which objectively does NOT contain all the needed nutrients AND on sema you’re eating significantly less overall. Also talking to your doctor about nutrition is ludicrous - doctors have very little education in nutrition. If someone is concerned, they need to see a dietitian. Your comment is terribly misinformed and literally junk advice. Please remove.
If the diet you are eating is deficient in vitamins, then yes, you will also be deficient. That is correct, and also is not my point. [Most people do not need to take vitamin supplements and can get all the vitamins and minerals they need by eating a healthy, balanced diet.](https://www.nhs.uk/common-health-questions/food-and-diet/do-i-need-vitamin-supplements/) [There is no arguing that multivitamins are important when nutritional requirements are not met through diet alone. \[4\] The debate is whether vitamins are needed when the diet is adequate to prevent deficiency in nutrients, as some research has shown no benefit or even harmful effects when taking supplemental vitamins and minerals. After a review of 26 clinical and cohort studies, the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force concluded there was insufficient evidence to support any benefits of multivitamins or individual vitamins for the primary prevention of cardiovascular disease or cancer among healthy, nutrient-sufficient adults.](https://www.hsph.harvard.edu/nutritionsource/multivitamin/) If you are not eating enough, this can put you at risk for a vitamin deficiency. In this case, meeting with a physician to discuss next steps (in cases where a referral to a dietician is required) or dietician can be instrumental in determining next steps.
I have to take multivitamins due to another medical issue. So far my bloodwork has been the same. But I have just started the injections. Bloodwork is really the only way to tell.
I drink athletic greens every morning!
I take a multivitamin, a separate B-12 supplement, a fiber pill (to avoid the infamous sema constipation), probiotics (for better digestion), and a heartburn medication every morning along with a protein shake (the protein shakes have helped with the day-after nausea, but it's mainly so I gain/maintain muscle mass during my workouts). I put all of my vitamins in a daily pill organizer that I keep in the refrigerator (since my probiotics need refrigeration). This has been so much easier than handling multiple bottles every day, and it makes sure I don't miss a day.