Multivitamins With High Vitamin D Levels

Multivitamins With High Vitamin D Levels
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Multivitamins are meant to supplement your diet and ensure adequate supplies of essential nutrients, including vitamin D. In 2010, the Institute of Medicine recommended increasing the Recommended Daily Allowance, or RDA, for vitamin D to 600 IU. Additionally, research published in the "New England Journal of Medicne" suggests adults should consume 800 IU daily to avoid deficiency. The majority of multivitamins available supply 200 IU or less of this critical nutrient, making it difficult to find a multivitamin with optimal quantities.

Life Extension Mix Capsules

There are so many vitamins, minerals and phytonutrients in Life Extension's Mix Capsules you have to consume a remarkable 14 capsules daily --- 2,000 IU of vitamin D in combination with 94 other nutrients are included. Noteworthy nutrients include N-acetyl-L-cysteine, fruit and vegetable blends, sesame lignans and milk thistle extract. Anti-aging, anti-oxidant, vision support, cognitive support and cholesterol support are some of the formula benefits Life Extension advertises.

NSI Synergy Women's or Men's Multi-Vitamin

Nutraceutical Sciences Institute, or NSI, offers a high-potency multivitamin with 2,000 IU of vitamin D, called Synergy. Separate formulas for men and women are available, tailored to support different health needs. The women's formula contains iron, as well as greater quantities of vitamin K, calcium and some of the B vitamins. Other differences include the accessory nutrients that are included in each formula. The men's formula contains turmeric, pygeum extract and lycopene, while in the women's formula these nutrients are replaced with soy isoflavones, L. acidophilus and B. bifidium.

Biotics Research ProMulti-Plus

ProMulti-Plus, a high-potency, vegetarian multivitamin formula is available mostly from health care professionals. This formula, manufactured by Biotics Research, supplies 2,000 IU of vitamin D in combination with 27 other nutrients. Notable botanical nutrients include quercetin, green tea extract, citrus bioflavonoids and Piper nigrum. Formulas for men and women are not differentiated. While intended for sale by health care professionals, you can purchase this multivitamin online.

Nature's Way Alive Energy Women's or Men's

If you are seeking a whole food multivitamin with adequate levels of vitamin D, Alive Energy by Nature's Way is a good choice. This formula contains 1,000 IU of vitamin D, as well as a blend of fruits and vegetables. The men's formula is geared toward heart and prostate support, whereas the women's formula is tailored to support healthy nails, hair, skin, bones and breasts. The primary drawback to this formula is that it is taken once per day. While this is more convenient, your body will only absorb a specific amount of nutrients at one time, making divided dose multivitamins more effective.

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Article reviewed by James Dryden Last updated on: Jun 7, 2011

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