What vitamins and minerals does a woman need?
For most vitamins and minerals, the same recommendation applies to men as to women, but for women it is extra important that they get enough of certain nutrients through food and possible supplementation. For example, vitamins A, C and E are important vitamins because they are antioxidants that help your body protect healthy body cells. Vitamin D, calcium and magnesium are important for strong bones and muscles, especially from the menopause onwards. During pregnancy, folic acid (vitamin B11), vitamin D and omega 3 fatty acids in the form of a good fish or algae oil are important. Vitamin K helps with blood clotting and is also good for the skeleton. B vitamins help with fatigue and support energy metabolism and vitamin B6 in particular is important, as it contributes to the regulation of hormonal activity in the body. For young women in the menstrual phase in particular, it is advisable to get enough iodine. After all, iodine is essential for the production of thyroid hormones and supports energy levels.
Targeted support for women
If you eat a healthy and varied diet, a nutritional supplement is not necessary. However, in some cases taking a supplement can provide the necessary support. For example, it is recommended for women with a dark skin tone and for women who do not get enough sunlight - something we do not often have too much of in the Netherlands - to take an extra 10 mcg of vitamin D every day. Women who smoke can use extra vitamin C, since smoking breaks down more vitamin C in the body and women who are pregnant have an extra need for folic acid (vitamin B11), vitamin D and omega 3 fatty acids. In addition, women who are breastfeeding (for a long time) have a greater need for all essential vitamins and minerals. Vitamin B12 can be a good supplement for vegetarians. This is even recommended for vegans.
What should I look for when buying a supplement?
Choosing a supplement can be difficult, there is so much choice! What should you look for? Look especially at which ingredients are in it, in what quantities they are in it and what quality the ingredients are. With reputable brands you often see that the composition is well-balanced, there are little or no additives added and that it generally concerns natural, easily absorbable variants of vitamins and minerals. Each supplement has a different composition and it is important that a product takes into account the nutritional needs of women. A multivitamin should therefore take this into account.
High-quality supplements for women
For both women and men, a healthy, varied diet is of course the basis for a healthy lifestyle. However, if you would like to support your health with nutritional supplements, Ergomax is the right place for you! Whether you choose a multivitamin such as Multi for Women from MegaFood, a supplement for during pregnancy, such as Optimal Prenatal from Seeking Health. You will find everything for women on this handy page from Ergomax.
