Gummy vitamins make taking pills easier, offering an attractive alternative to chalky chewable supplements that’s tasty enough for kids – but they are filled with sugars and sweeteners that could contribute to obesity or diabetes.
As it can be easy to take too much vitamin C with its candy-like taste, always read and follow the serving size instructions listed on your product label.
Vitamins
Gummy vitamins offer a sweet, chewable alternative to tablet supplements, boasting various shapes, sizes and colors that promise essential vitamins for the body.
These dietary supplements get their sweetness from sugar or sweeteners like erythritol, mannitol and isomalt, although even products labeled sugar-free often contain multiple grams of sugar per serving – something which could contribute to weight gain, type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure and tooth decay. In some instances citric acid may replace sugar in products marketed as “sugar-free,” further weakening tooth enamel.
Vitamins and minerals are vital nutrients, but many adults can obtain the same health benefits through eating foods from all major food groups. Vitamin and supplement products do not need to meet FDA approval before hitting the market; unfortunately this means some may contain unsuitable ingredients, be inconsistent in dosage or even degrade over time.
Minerals
Gummy vitamins for adults often include magnesium, calcium, iron and zinc. These supplements help promote bone health as well as help the body metabolize energy more efficiently.
13% of American adults take vitamin and mineral dietary supplements regularly, with multivitamin/mineral (MVM) products being the most frequently taken.
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Gummy vitamins typically get their sweetness from sugar or a combination of sweeteners, such as high-sugar fruit juices and sugar alcohols, which can add calories. If your doctor recommends cutting back on sugar intake, consider selecting a “sugar-free” product as this might reduce calorie consumption significantly.
Sugar
Gummy vitamins offer an easy and tasty way to get the essential nutrients your body needs. Easy to chew and often flavored, gummies make taking vitamins more accessible for adults who may otherwise hesitate to take pills or kids who struggle to swallow pills. While many gummies contain sugar-laden flavors that could increase your sugar intake if taken without care; check labels carefully for serving sizes or choose products without added sweeteners for better control of extra added sugar intake.
Over-consumption of gummy vitamins can lead to vitamin and mineral toxicity. When taking more than the recommended amount of certain fat-soluble vitamins like A, D and E, such as those listed on their label as fat solubles, such as A, D and E, it can build up in your system and be harmful. Always check the serving size on the bottle, and consult with a physician prior to beginning any new supplements.
Other Ingredients
Gummy vitamins owe their sweet taste to sugar or its substitutes such as maltitol, erythritol and isomalt; however, these additives may cause problems for people trying to limit their consumption of added sugar which has been linked with obesity and diabetes, or those with digestive issues which interfere with absorption. According to the American Heart Association’s recommendations, daily sugar consumption should not exceed 25 grams for women and 36 grams for men.
Gummies can often contain artificial coloring and flavoring to increase their appeal, however this has been linked with potential health issues; thus some individuals prefer gummies without them.
Gummies contain various additives such as gelatin, cornstarch, water and natural flavorings; carmine is extracted from dried insects and may cause allergic reactions in some people; many gummies also feature coatings made of beeswax to add texture while also prevent sticking – this ingredient should be avoided by those with bee-related allergies and vegans to ensure maximum taste!
