Gummy vitamins are easy to swallow and don’t leave an unpleasant aftertaste or smell, making them an appealing option for children and adults. Unfortunately, many contain harmful sugar substitutes like erythritol, mannitol and isomalt that could potentially harm teeth.
People who eat a balanced diet shouldn’t require vitamin supplements and their excessive use can lead to health complications. Check the labeling on gummy vitamins to be sure they’re suitable for you and read up on their safety.
Vitamin C
Vitamin C is a water-soluble nutrient essential to healthy living, found in citrus fruits, berries, cantaloupe, tomatoes and leafy vegetables; nonprescription dietary supplements also contain it. While some forms are used to prevent and treat scurvy symptoms; studies are currently ongoing regarding its possible application against cancerous tumors as a potential preventative treatment method. Its chemical name is ascorbic acid or ascorbate.
Gummy vitamins can be deliciously tempting to children and adults who struggle to swallow pills, making them easier for those to use on a regular basis. Unfortunately, their sugar-filled ingredients (erythritol, mannitol and isomalt) can also add calories that contribute to overall calorie consumption resulting in weight gain or tooth decay.
Magnesium
Magnesium is essential for numerous functions, including muscle activity, blood sugar regulation and nerve transmission. Unfortunately, up to half of Americans don’t consume enough magnesium through diet alone.
Gummies can help bridge any gaps in nutrition. Just read labels carefully: many gummies contain more magnesium than is recommended daily and this could result in diarrhea.
Supplemental doses of magnesium may also prove useful for certain individuals. For instance, oral magnesium supplements appear to ease migraine headaches by blocking signals that promote them and preventing constriction of blood vessels in the brain. They could also alleviate symptoms associated with premenstrual syndrome such as bloating and mood changes.
Long-term use of prescription proton pump inhibitor (PPI) drugs like Nexium and Prevacid can reduce magnesium levels in your body, so supplementation might be necessary.
Vitamin D
Gummy vitamins are popular among both adults and kids because of their tasty fruit-flavored gummi candies that make taking vitamins easier than ever before. Plus, their quick disintegration in your stomach could make an even bigger impactful statement about raising vitamin D levels than pills can.
Gummies’ irresistibly sweet taste may be attributable to their sugar content; even those labelled sugar-free contain significant quantities. Refined sugars raise cholesterol and may contribute to heart disease and diabetes; overconsuming it also increases obesity risks while wearing away at tooth enamel.
Vitamin D gummies contain high doses of vitamin D in addition to sugar and other ingredients used to maintain the soft texture, and may be ideal for people suffering from severe vitamin D deficiency or taking medications that interact with vitamin D levels. This high dosage may be especially helpful if taking these gummies requires taking significant doses of medication that interacts with vitamin D levels, like steroids.
Vitamin A
Most individuals who follow a healthy diet don’t require extra vitamin A supplements; however, pregnant women and those with restricted diets (e.g. cystic fibrosis or celiac disease) may require them.
Gummies contain sugar and artificial colors, causing digestive issues like bloating, indigestion and diarrhea. Even “sugar-free” products could contain sweeteners like erythritol, mannitol, isomalt or other sweeteners which could raise your blood sugar and increase risk for heart disease and tooth decay.
Gummies tend to have a shorter shelf life than traditional vitamins and supplements, meaning their nutrients degrade quickly over time. Furthermore, their easy consumption can result in overdosing on vitamins or minerals which could result in toxicities if eaten too frequently; additionally, many gummies contain sugar, sugar alcohols, artificial flavors that could contribute to obesity, diabetes or heart disease.
Vitamin B
Gummy vitamins tend to be sweeter than traditional supplements, often containing sugar or sugar alcohols like erythritol, mannitol and isomalt that have been linked with digestive issues and too much sugar can lead to obesity, heart disease, diabetes and tooth decay.
Overconsuming gummy vitamins can lead to vitamin and mineral toxicity, especially with regard to fat-soluble vitamins that accumulate in body fat and tissues. This risk increases when kids see these as candy and consume more than the recommended amounts.
This gummy contains methyl B12, a highly bioavailable compound that supports energy production, cognitive health and nervous system functioning. However, each serving of this gummy contains more than 6 grams of sugar and uses beef gelatin – not suitable for vegans or those following kosher diets.
