Vitamins

This broad category includes individual vitamins, targeted combinations and multivitamin formulas in tablets, capsules, softgels, gummies, powders, liquids, sprays and chewable products. Shoppers can compare products for different ages, dietary preferences and life stages, including adult, children’s, senior and prenatal formulations. Start by identifying the nutrient you need, then compare the serving size, amount, formulation and ingredients such as sugar, sweeteners, allergens or gelatin. Supplements should complement rather than replace a varied diet, and using several products together can result in unnecessarily high intakes of the same vitamins. Pregnancy, childhood, medical conditions and regular medication require extra care when selecting a formula.