Vitamins come from food and are combined ideally to support the whole function of the body. When you are considering a vitamin supplement, strategic combinations of vitamins can ensure proper absorption and assimilation into the body. If these combinations are not applied, the vitamin is not likely to be used by the body but eliminated as a waste material, as it was not recognizable by your body. Vitamins are essential to health but should be supplemented safely to be most effective.
Step 1
Purchase a vitamin D supplement to mix with your calcium supplement. Calcium is absorbed with the D vitamin. Calcium will be flushed out of the body without this combination, suggests the Office of Dietary Supplements. Use both supplements as directed on the label, or purchase a pre-mixed supplement that has both calcium and vitamin D in one capsule.
Step 2
Take a supplemental multivitamin that has the full spectrum of nutrients, derived from a whole food source. If the label does not say "whole food based," it was created synthetically from a lab and is far less effective, suggests MayoClinic.com. Also, whole food vitamins are eliminated from the body if an overabundance exists. Overdosing on vitamins can be dangerous but is less so with whole food vitamins, as the body will eliminate the extra as necessary.
Step 3
Verify your specific needs through a visit with a naturopath or dietitian. Discuss your current diet and any symptoms that are not normal to you. This can help the professional understand how to combine and mix vitamins to best support your personal needs and goals.
Step 4
Use the guidance of the recommended daily allowance, or RDA, to properly mix vitamin supplements in a safe way. If you are adding substantial supplementation of single vitamin compounds in addition to a multivitamin and any other diet support, such as protein shakes or powdered green foods, be aware of your actual needs and avoid overconsuming vitamin quantities.
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