Teen Multivitamins

Teen multivitamins combine several vitamins and minerals in age-targeted tablets, capsules, chewables or gummies. Formulas differ considerably and may contain nutrients such as vitamins A, C, D and the B group, along with minerals such as iron, zinc or calcium in varying amounts. There is no single standard multivitamin formula suitable for every teenager. Compare the recommended age, serving size and amount of each nutrient rather than choosing solely by the number of ingredients. A multivitamin should complement, not replace, a varied diet, and taking multiple fortified products together can result in excessive amounts of nutrients such as vitamin A, iron or zinc. Professional advice is appropriate for teenagers with medical conditions, dietary restrictions, regular medication or suspected nutritional deficiencies.