Many Americans do not consume a balanced diet with enough servings of whole grains, fruits, and vegetables. If you are not getting the proper nutrients in a balanced diet then research indicates multivitamins can supply the missing nutrients to help prevent deficiency. Preventing deficiency is crucial for minimizing your risk of chronic disease as you age. It is estimated that 80% of all healthcare costs are for the treatment of chronic disease.
References
1. Multivitamin/mineral Supplements – Fact sheet for health professionals.
Office of Dietary Supplements, National Institutes of Health, 2015
2. Addressing nutritional gaps with multivitamin and mineral supplements.
Elizabeth Ward, Nutrition Journal, 2014
3. Multivitamin Use and Mortality in a Large Prospective Study.
Watkins ML, Erickson JD, Thun MJ, Mulinare J & Heath Jr. CW. , American Journal of Epidemiology, 1999
