1. Want to get periods immediately before attending a religious event? Check this out for tips...
    Dismiss Notice

Are Vitamin Supplements Safe ?

Discussion in 'Health & Wellness' started by shravs3, Jul 25, 2018.

Page 1 of 2
  1. Jul 25, 2018 #1
    shravs3

    shravs3 IL Hall of Fame

    Messages:
    3,207
    Likes Received:
    5,845
    Trophy Points:
    425
    Gender:
    Female
    These days we get so many supplements like Vit D3, calcium , Iron , Multi vit etc. But are they really safe for us to consume regularly? Vit D deficiency is a common problem for most of us. So sometimes doctors prescribe the OTC supplements for the same.
    Will they help in maintaining the levels ?

    Few months ago I started taking Nature Made, brand Biotin supplements but my periods got delayed . Later when I researched I got to know that for some people it can delay the periods . Like wise there are various supplements available .
    Some even say the gelatin in those capsules are harmful if consumed regularly .

    By having balanced diet we can have required levels of all vitamins but alone from diet is it possible to maintain sufficient levels ?

    For e.g. some may be allergic to dairy products so they may be deficient in calcium so very few food items have calcium but apart from them supplements are the only way but they can cause side effects.

    Some may be vegetarians who are deficient in many minerals and vitamins .which are not available in vegetarian diet . Wat are the options for them ?

    And even for 40+ women they recommend calcium supplements . Is it really safe to consume ?

    So what is the best solution ? Need your opinion
     
    shravs3, Jul 25, 2018
    shravs3, Jul 25, 2018
    #1
    Loading...

    Similar Threads
    1. Thyagarajan

      Multi Vitamins Supplementsmerits

      Thyagarajan, Mar 4, 2024, in forum: Keep Fit & Maintain Shape
      Replies:
      0
      Views:
      352
      Thyagarajan
      Mar 4, 2024
    2. h1need

      vitamin supplements for 15 month old

      h1need, Mar 12, 2013, in forum: Toddlers
      Replies:
      1
      Views:
      1,000
      deepsach
      Mar 15, 2013
    3. Sravanthi28

      Vitamin supplements for Toddlers

      Sravanthi28, Aug 1, 2012, in forum: Toddlers
      Replies:
      14
      Views:
      3,085
      healthonmove
      Aug 22, 2012
  2. Jul 25, 2018 #2
    GeetaKashyap

    GeetaKashyap IL Hall of Fame

    Messages:
    3,921
    Likes Received:
    9,220
    Trophy Points:
    460
    Gender:
    Female
    At your age, good and nutritious food + sunlight + exercise should be enough. You may just add a multivitamin tablet to that. As and when doctors find any deficiency, they will add something to your list. But I do know that in USA many supplements are taken regularly by all.(My friends do that:))
     
    GeetaKashyap, Jul 25, 2018
    GeetaKashyap, Jul 25, 2018
    #2
    SinghManisha, messedup and shravs3 like this.
  3. Jul 25, 2018 #3
    shravs3

    shravs3 IL Hall of Fame

    Messages:
    3,207
    Likes Received:
    5,845
    Trophy Points:
    425
    Gender:
    Female
    Lol so true ! They have tonnes of medicines and supplements .

    Yes balanced diet with exercise and good exposure to sunlight is a must to stay healthy.
     
    shravs3, Jul 25, 2018
    shravs3, Jul 25, 2018
    #3
  4. Jul 25, 2018 #4
    poovai

    poovai Platinum IL'ite

    Messages:
    1,448
    Likes Received:
    2,097
    Trophy Points:
    283
    Gender:
    Female
    It is kind of torture after each doctor visit...low on this and that, list is getting longer? Taking Vitamin D, Iron & B12.

    A Spoonful of sugar helps the medicine go down:rolleyes:
     
    poovai, Jul 25, 2018
    poovai, Jul 25, 2018
    #4
    shravs3 likes this.
  5. Jul 26, 2018 #5
    MalStrom

    MalStrom IL Hall of Fame

    Messages:
    4,201
    Likes Received:
    7,021
    Trophy Points:
    408
    Gender:
    Female
    I take a multivitamin because I follow a vegetarian and mostly dairy-free diet, so I need to supplement B12. I also take vitamin D3 since I am deficient and I avoid the sun as much as I can, but I do get my levels tested regularly. I am not too worried about calcium and iron since I consume a good amount of greens and some tofu. This has been working so far.
     
    MalStrom, Jul 26, 2018
    MalStrom, Jul 26, 2018
    #5
    poovai and shravs3 like this.
  6. Aug 31, 2018 #6
    allahlocket

    allahlocket Guest

    Supplements can be beneficial, but the key to vitamin and mineral success is eating a balanced diet. Before taking vitamin and mineral supplements, talk to your physician about your personal dietary plan.
     
    allahlocket, Aug 31, 2018
    allahlocket, Aug 31, 2018
    #6
    SinghManisha and shravs3 like this.
  7. Aug 31, 2018 #7
    Sweety82

    Sweety82 Gold IL'ite

    Messages:
    525
    Likes Received:
    549
    Trophy Points:
    188
    Gender:
    Female
    Vit b complex capsules are safer. But today many many meds with various vitamin combination s are available in the market. Whatever u take just take opinion of a doctor and then proceed.
     
    Sweety82, Aug 31, 2018
    Sweety82, Aug 31, 2018
    #7
    SinghManisha and shravs3 like this.
  8. Aug 31, 2018 #8
    shravs3

    shravs3 IL Hall of Fame

    Messages:
    3,207
    Likes Received:
    5,845
    Trophy Points:
    425
    Gender:
    Female
    Yes. I am low on Vit D and B12 . So doctor suggested supplements .Especially being a vegetarian certain vitamins are difficult to get from diet alone ! :worried:
    And Vit D sun exposure is a must but it’s too hot at this place so supplements are the only option. But worried about the ingredients in it.
     
    shravs3, Aug 31, 2018
    shravs3, Aug 31, 2018
    #8
  9. Sep 9, 2018 #9
    anonyman

    anonyman New IL'ite

    Messages:
    13
    Likes Received:
    4
    Trophy Points:
    3
    Gender:
    Male
    Vitamin D supplementation is fine but its not a vitamin that's easily absorbed by diet. Evening sun perhaps....
     
    anonyman, Sep 9, 2018
    anonyman, Sep 9, 2018
    #9
    shravs3 likes this.
  10. Dec 20, 2018 #10
    kittugadu

    kittugadu New IL'ite

    Messages:
    1
    Likes Received:
    1
    Trophy Points:
    1
    Gender:
    Female
    most of people are suffering with Vit D and B12 deficiency, even mee too, took mecofol od for B12 deficiency, and for Vit D i dont know the name. Our body requires many vitamins and minerals for our body development and preventing diseases. So try taking all fruits, nuts, pulses and vegetables in your diet to make your body absorb the nutrients in your food... Find out Symptoms-Signs Of Vitamin-Nutrient Deficiency here www.kittugadu.com
     
    kittugadu, Dec 20, 2018
    kittugadu, Dec 20, 2018
    #10
    shravs3 likes this.
Page 1 of 2

Share This Page