Can I take multivitamins for 6 months?

The government recommends all children aged 6 months to 5 years are given vitamin supplements containing vitamins A, C and D every day. Babies who are having more than 500ml (about a pint) of infant formula a day should not be given vitamin supplements.

How often should I take a multivitamin?

Most multivitamins should be taken once or twice per day. Make sure to read the label and follow the recommended dosage instructions. Multivitamins are available in pharmacies, large discount stores, and supermarkets, as well as online. Multivitamins are supplements that contain different vitamins and minerals.

What age should I start taking a multivitamin?

In your 70s. Chances are you aren’t getting enough essential nutrients from your diet alone. Dr. Clifford Rosen believes it should be mandatory for everyone 70 years of age and older to take a daily multivitamin.

When is the best time of day to take a multivitamin?

There’s no specific time of day when it is best to take multivitamins, but certain nutrients are best absorbed when they’re taken with a meal, in multiple doses throughout the day or at a different time from another nutrient. The decision to start taking a supplement could be a smart one on your part, depending on your nutritional needs.

Should I be taking a multivitamin every day?

No one right answer exists for everyone, especially when it comes to your health, but there is a general consensus on whether you should take a multivitamin every day. We know it might be hard to remember to take that pill every single morning, but it can possibly do you some serious good.

Do you need to take a daily multivitamin?

Some experts say that taking a multivitamin when you don’t need it is not likely to harm your health. If you overdo the recommended daily dose, though, all bets are off. Reid-Jarvis points out that when you take too many supplements, it’s possible to reach toxic levels of certain fat soluble vitamins: A, D, E and K.