Most people should get all the nutrients they need by having a varied and balanced diet, although some people may need to take extra supplements.
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There is a fine line between getting enough of these nutrients (which is healthy) and getting too much (which can end up harming you).
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and minerals are nutrients your body needs in small amounts to work properly and stay healthy.
Vitamins And Minerals
are essential substances that our bodies need to develop and function normally.
Multivitamin/Multimineral Supplements
Multivitamins/multiminerals (MVMs) are the most frequently used dietary supplements, with close to half of American adults taking them. Foods provide more than vitamins and minerals. Many foods also have fiber and other substances that can provide health benefits.
However, some people who don’t get enough vitamins and minerals from food alone, or who have certain medical conditions, might benefit from taking one or more of these nutrients found in single-nutrient supplements or in MVMs.
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If you eat a variety of foods from the 5 food groups and have a balanced diet, you’ll get all the vitamins and minerals you need.