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Multivitamin
Broad "insurance" coverage of many nutrients.
Typical / RDA1/day
Upper limitVaries by nutrient
EvidenceLimited
How to take it
Timing With breakfastFood With foodForm Once-daily
What to know
Large reviews show little benefit for preventing disease in well-nourished adults. The real risk is double-dipping — it already contains zinc, B6, iron, and more, which then stack with standalone pills.
Interactions & cautions
- Check its label before adding any standalone vitamin or mineral.
Do you actually need it?
Often the source of accidental over-stacking. Read the label.
Reference values: NIH Office of Dietary Supplements, adult general population. Educational information only — not medical advice. Confirm with a healthcare professional.