Contents
- Introduction
- What Are Dietary Supplements?
- When Are They Needed?
- When Nutrition Needs Change
By the Perdays Team
Introduction
Dietary supplements are becoming an integral part of healthcare and well-being in our modern age. Experts and patients alike recognise that vitamins and minerals play a key role in maintaining overall health and wellbeing. While most of the necessary nutrients can be found in a high-quality diet, not everyone has the time or ability to monitor their food intake closely. This can lead to nutrient deficiencies that cannot be addressed by diet alone. Although supplements cannot replace the benefits of a healthy diet, evidence suggests that they may be an effective way to restore key mineral and vitamin levels. In this blog, Perdays explores the ways in which nutrient supplements could add value to your diet.
What Are Dietary Supplements?
Supplements are typically administered in the form of tablets, capsules, powders and even gummies. They include combinations or individual doses of amino acids, enzymes, minerals, vitamins and more. Today, the market offers a wide range of products for Vitamin C, B, D, Iron, Calcium and even folate for pregnancy.
When Are Supplements Needed?
Although supplements are generally considered gentle, they may have side effects if consumed in excessive amounts. It can be challenging to catch up on diagnosed nutrient deficiencies through diet alone, especially if you experience changes to appetite, nausea and taste preferences. Perdays recommends consulting with a healthcare practitioner who is best placed to assess your lifestyle, nutrition habits and medical history to create a personalised supplement plan.
Nutrient Absorption Needs Can Change With Age
A person’s nutrient intake may need to change over the course of their life; for instance, an older adult’s ability to absorb nutrients may reduce over time, which means they may benefit from a tailored supplement plan, including prescribed doses of vitamin D, vitamin B12 and calcium supplements.
Supplements for Pregnancy
Nutrition is one of the most important factors for pregnant mothers. In some cases, it is possible that the nutrition you require is not being obtained via a healthy diet, in which case certain supplements may help maintain optimal levels for you and your baby. This includes Vitamin D, calcium and folate for pregnancy. Pregnancy supplements not only protect you but also support foetal development and the prevention of neural tube defects such as spina bifida.
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Always read the label and follow the directions for use. If symptoms persist consult your healthcare professional.
