Vitamin supplements: types and benefits

Vitamin supplements can be very helpful for anyone who has a deficiency of a particular nutrient. In this post, we explain the different types of vitamin supplements and their benefits. Keep reading.

Vitamin supplements are preparations containing vitamins that are usually used when a person has a deficiency of a nutrient due to situations such as stress or seasonal changes.

Vitamins are nutrients that our body needs in order to function properly. That is why there are times throughout life when we may need more or less of certain vitamins, and supplements can help in these cases.

Even so, it is recommended to take these supplements under medical guidance or with the advice of a healthcare professional. It is also recommended to obtain vitamins through natural foods whenever possible, to avoid taking unnecessary supplements, as overuse can carry serious health risks.

Types of vitamin supplements

• Single-vitamin supplements. These are the least recommended, as they are intended for very specific cases.
• Group B. As the name suggests, these supplements are formulated with different B vitamins (B1, B3, B6, B12...). Many products also include vitamin C.
• Multivitamins. These supplements are rich in a variety of nutrients and minerals. Even so, it is worth noting that more variety does not automatically make them better, because each supplement is used for specific situations.

Who may need vitamin supplements?

In general, vitamin supplements are often recommended for:

• Pregnant women and breastfeeding women. In the latter case, they are usually recommended only in cases of malnutrition or anaemia.
• People with an illness or those recovering from surgery.
• Elite and high-performance athletes.
• People under physical or mental strain, such as stress.
• Vegans and vegetarians, because vitamins A and B12 are only naturally found in animal-based foods.
• Older people, as the body becomes more worn with age.
• Some babies, children and teenagers.
• People with alcohol or tobacco addictions.

Benefits of vitamin supplements

Vitamin supplements provide a number of benefits for the body, for example:

• They supply glucose to the brain, which supports memory and concentration.
• They help combat stress, irritability, nervousness, fatigue and depression.
• They support mental and physical performance.
• They contribute to the normal functioning of the nervous system and to the transmission of information through neurotransmitters.
• They support the immune system.

Vitamin supplement products

Multicentrum Lutein

This food supplement helps top up nutrients when the daily diet does not provide enough, helping maintain optimum development and 100% performance.

It is specially formulated for adults and teenagers aged 13 and over. There are also effervescent tablets.

Multicentrum Lutein 30 Tablets.

Multicentrum Junior

This food supplement with vitamins and minerals helps meet the nutritional needs of children aged 4 to 12 years. It has a pleasant raspberry-lemon flavour.

Multicentrum Junior 30 Tablets.

Multicentrum Women

A multivitamin specially formulated for women, with enhanced amounts of vitamins and minerals to help meet women’s specific nutritional needs.

Multicentrum Women 30 Tablets.

Multicentrum Men

A multivitamin specially formulated for men, with enhanced amounts of vitamins and minerals to help meet men’s specific nutritional needs.

Multicentrum Men 30 Tablets

Multicentrum Select 50+

A multivitamin and multimineral supplement with trace elements and lutein. This product is intended for adults aged 50 and over. There are also supplements for men and women over 50.

Multicentrum Select 50+ 30 Tablets.

Arkopharma Arkovital Vitamin C

A food supplement rich in 1000 mg vitamin C and zinc, which helps strengthen the immune system.

Arkopharma Arkovital Vitamin C 1000 MG 20 Effervescent Tablets X2.

Arkopharma Arkobiotics Vitamins and Defences Adults 7 Doses

This product is rich in a wide variety of vitamins and minerals. This vitamin supplement should be stored in a dry place at a temperature below 25ºC. It is important to note that it should not be taken in case of allergy.

Arkopharma Arkobiotics Vitamins and Defences Adults 7 Doses.

Would you like to discover more vitamin supplements? On the Farmaciasdirect website you can find a wide range of these products, all backed by the advice of our pharmacy team.