
🧬 General Supplements & Vitamins
CategorySupplement/VitaminPurpose/BenefitCommon FormsNotes
MultivitaminsMultivitamin ComplexOverall health, fills nutrient gapsTablets, GummiesChoose age/gender-specific formulations
VitaminsVitamin D3Bone health, immune supportSoftgel, DropsEspecially needed in low-sunlight areas
Vitamin B12Energy, nerve functionSublingual, InjectionCrucial for vegans & elderly
Vitamin CImmunity, skin repairTablets, EffervescentMay aid in iron absorption
Vitamin AEye health, immunitySoftgel, DropsExcess intake can be toxic
Vitamin EAntioxidant, skin healthCapsules, OilWatch out for interactions with blood thinners
Vitamin K2Bone & heart healthCapsulesWorks well with Vitamin D3
Folic Acid / FolateCell repair, pregnancy supportTabletsNeeded pre-conception & during pregnancy
MineralsMagnesiumSleep, stress, muscle recoveryGlycinate, CitrateCitrate = digestion, Glycinate = relaxation
ZincImmunity, wound healingTablets, LozengesHigh doses can suppress copper
IronTreat anemia, energy levelsTablets, LiquidBest with Vitamin C, not with calcium
CalciumBone healthCarbonate, CitrateAbsorbs better in smaller doses
SeleniumThyroid, antioxidantTablets, Brazil nutsOne nut = daily dose
IodineThyroid supportTablets, DropsDeficiency = goiter risk
Essential Fatty AcidsOmega-3 (EPA/DHA)Heart, brain, inflammationFish oil, Algae oilAlgae oil for vegans
Evening Primrose OilPMS, skin healthCapsulesContains GLA, supports hormone balance
