Multivitamin
Multivitamin
Multivitamin (/ˌmʌltɪˈvɪtəmɪn, -ˈvaɪ-/), also known as multimineral, is a dietary supplement that includes a combination of vitamins and minerals, and sometimes other ingredients as well. They are available in various forms including tablets, capsules, chewable gummies, powders, and liquids.
Etymology
The term "multivitamin" is a portmanteau of the words "multiple" and "vitamin". It was first used in the mid-20th century to describe a product that contains a combination of vitamins.
Composition
Multivitamins typically contain a range of vitamins and minerals that are required for the body's normal growth, function, and development. These include Vitamin A, Thiamine (B1), Riboflavin (B2), Niacin (B3), Pantothenic Acid (B5), Pyridoxine (B6), Biotin (B7), Folate (B9), Cobalamin (B12), Vitamin C, Vitamin D, Vitamin E, and Vitamin K. They may also contain minerals such as Calcium, Iron, Magnesium, Zinc, and Selenium.
Usage
Multivitamins are used to ensure that people get enough dietary nutrients. They are often used by people who have dietary imbalances or different nutritional needs, such as pregnant women, elderly people, and individuals with certain health conditions.
Related Terms
- Vitamin: An organic molecule that is an essential micronutrient which an organism needs in small quantities for the proper functioning of its metabolism.
- Mineral: A type of nutrient that is needed by organisms, in varying quantities, for proper health.
- Dietary supplement: A manufactured product intended to supplement the diet when taken by mouth as a pill, capsule, tablet, or liquid.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Multivitamin
- Wikipedia's article - Multivitamin
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