Gummy vitamins offer an easy and delicious way to take supplements. Unfortunately, they tend to deteriorate faster than pills due to the presence of sugars and fillers which may lead to bloating, nausea or diarrhea if consumed too frequently.
Gummy vitamins contain added sugars that contribute to obesity and diabetes. Read your label carefully to understand how much sugar each serving contains.
Vitamin C
Vitamin C supplements have long been recognized for their ability to prevent colds and boost immune health. Lifeable’s gummies feature an erythritol-based sweetener instead of added sugar for greater peace of mind, plus are gluten-free and third party tested.
They deliver a powerful dose of vitamin C with just two gummies, using microcapsules for improved absorption. Their formula is especially well-suited to adults who don’t get enough Vitamin C from food alone.
These gummies are formulated using pectin instead of gelatin, making them suitable for vegans and those following kosher lifestyles. Furthermore, they’re gluten-free, made without common allergens and third party tested to ensure quality. Too many can lead to stomach upset while too many could potentially harm children; excessive consumption should be limited. Some supplements even use beef-derived gelatin that could pose potential hazards.
Magnesium
Magnesium is an essential mineral essential to overall body functioning, including nerve and bone health. You can find magnesium both naturally in food sources as well as as a supplement.
Early research suggests that magnesium could help reduce manic symptoms for those living with bipolar disorder and possibly reduce the doses needed to treat severe manic symptoms in these people.
Magnesium consumption via food or supplements appears to protect against certain forms of cancer, heart disease and diabetes; additionally it could help postmenopausal women prevent bone loss.
Too much magnesium (hypermagnesemia) through diet or supplements may lead to nausea, vomiting, weakness and difficulty breathing. This condition could interfere with the effectiveness of levodopa/carbidopa (Sinemet) treatment for Parkinson’s disease while decreasing absorption of Thiamine (vitamin B1).
Apple cider vinegar
Apple cider vinegar is a common component in salad dressing and marinades, as well as being an organic preservative with research showing it may reduce post-meal blood sugar levels.
Apple cider vinegar is produced by crushing apples and mixing in yeast, which converts their natural sugars to alcohol, before natural bacteria break it down further into acetic acid. Most commercial apple cider vinegar varieties have been pasteurized and filtered, although unfiltered varieties still contain cloudy sediment known as “the mother.”
Apple cider vinegar may help to reduce blood sugar in those taking diabetes medications such as insulin or oral medicines such as Ozempic (semaglutide). It may interact with other drugs used for treating high blood pressure such as Glyceryl Trinitrate or diuretics; and may reduce potassium levels for people suffering from kidney disease if added as part of your daily routine diet. Consult your healthcare provider before adding apple cider vinegar into your daily regimen.
Multivitamins and minerals
Gummy vitamins are an appealing alternative to traditional pill-form supplements, due to their easy chewing texture and candy-like flavor – ideal for kids or adults who struggle to swallow pills! Unfortunately, however, they may contain more sugars and additives than their conventional counterparts.
Most gummies derive their flavor from added sugars, leading to obesity and diabetes. Furthermore, these confections often contain sugar alcohols such as erythritol, mannitol and isomalt which may lead to digestive symptoms like nausea and bloating; some purporting to be sugar-free often use citric acid in place of regular sugar, potentially wearing down tooth enamel.
Vitamin supplements can be an invaluable way of making sure you receive all of the necessary nutrients, but it is wise to speak to your doctor first before beginning to take supplements. They will know which vitamins and minerals should be in your diet as well as the appropriate dosage of each to take.
Sugars
Gummy vitamins often contain added sugars that increase caloric intake and may contribute to tooth decay, while not offering magnesium which can help lower blood pressure and relax muscles. The best way to gain magnesium is through eating food like nuts, seeds, leafy greens and whole grains.
Gummies are typically sweetened with either sugar or sugar alcohols such as erythritol or maltitol, both of which offer similar levels of sweetness without as much processing, yet may cause digestive symptoms including bloating and diarrhea in some people.
MegaFood’s C Defense Gummies provide vitamin C supplements with only 1 gram of sugar per two gummies and are free from food allergens and third-party tested to ensure quality. Unfortunately, however, they contain pork-derived gelatin and carmine as coloring additives, rendering them unsuitable for vegans or those following kosher diets.
