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Written by Navneet Kaur, M.Sc. Nutrition & Dietetics

Diet

Multivitamins vs. Whole Foods: Which one is better?

Multivitamins are majorly available in many forms in the market nowadays, like tablets, capsules, syrups, chewables, melts and jellies. 

Introduction

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They aim to meet the nutritional requirements of the target audience, including adult men, women or kids, as per FSSAI and RDA Guidelines.

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Whole foods, or the food we eat, are definitely less processed and not pre-packaged or stored for a longer duration, which can be a major positive point for this category.

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Both have some positive and negative points that we should all consider.

Multivitamins, though they aim to meet our nutritional guidelines and are prepared following guidelines set by government bodies, can suit some and may not suit others because of the additional ingredients added to their preparation. Also, with so many online options, it is tough to track which one is credible and which is not.

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Whole foods are the least processed and most fresh foods, the quantity/serve size differs for everyone. It is also difficult to monitor nutritional intake from the same. Another major thing that we should consider is that the bioavailability and absorption of those particular nutrients will vary from person to person.

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Multivitamins and Whole Foods have pros and cons. Multivitamin supplements can help you meet your nutritional requirements; you can explore the market for them. Prefer a good-quality, lab-tested and certified product.

Conclusion

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