Gummy minerals are popular choices among consumers seeking to supplement their diet with essential nutrients. These tasty chewable supplements come in various flavors and shapes; however, many contain added sugars and do not list accurate nutrition information on the label.
Vitamins and minerals are vitally important to our wellbeing, making gummy vitamins convenient and tasty options; however, they should never replace eating a healthy diet.
Biotin
Biotin, commonly referred to as Vitamin B7, is a water-soluble nutrient that aids the body in processing fats, carbohydrates and proteins as well as supporting hair, nail and skin health. Available as both a nutritional supplement and in many beauty products.
A typical daily multivitamin typically provides 30 micrograms of biotin; however, supplements that promote hair and nail growth may contain much more. People living with Crohn’s disease or celiac disease, as well as those following vegan diets may require increased amounts of biotin.
Gummies are dietary supplements that contain biotin in either its native form or combined with ingredients such as collagen or keratin, making it convenient and easily available online and in stores alike. Gummies may contain biotin alone or mixed in a formulation with other components, like collagen or keratin; often sold with other vitamins and minerals such as magnesium and folic acid for sale together. Biotin is absorbed through its human sodium-dependent multivitamin transporter into protein molecules bound with it [1,3], while enzymes gastrointestinal proteases/peptidases break it down further into free biocytin or biocytin-oligopeptides that can then be absorbed for absorption [1,3].
Apple cider vinegar
Apple cider vinegar has long been utilized as an alternative health treatment. The fermented liquid contains probiotics and bacteria-killing acetic acid that have been linked with weight loss, lower blood sugar levels and healthier gut environments; more research must be completed before definitive claims can be made about their benefits. Gummy minerals with apple cider vinegar have become popular as an easy way to take this remedy without suffering its distinctive tangy flavor directly.
Gummies often include extra vitamins and nutrients to provide extra health benefits. This may include Vitamin C and B, which aid in the absorption of other essential vitamins. They may also contain an ingredient known as urate which can lower high uric acid levels that cause painful kidney stones.
Though apple cider vinegar is generally considered safe to consume, drinking it undiluted may erode tooth enamel and irritate the throat, as well as lower potassium levels and interact with some medications such as insulin or diuretics.
Pregnant women
Pregnancy gummy minerals can assist expectant mothers in meeting their daily nutrient requirements during gestation. Gummies provide women who cannot consume the recommended amounts from food with necessary supplements that meet all their daily nutrient needs, or who follow restricted diets due to allergies or lactose intolerance with what may otherwise be missing from their diets. Most gummies contain calcium and vitamin D; others also offer other essential elements like folic acid and iron.
Folic acid is an essential form of vitamin B that is required during gestation to decrease the risk of neural tube defects (NTDs). It can be found in green leafy vegetables, citrus fruits, nuts, legumes and fortified foods.
Calcium is an essential mineral to bone health and normal cell functioning, such as nerve transmission, blood clotting and muscle function. Calcium can be found in dairy products, fortified foods and some dietary supplements; one study conducted in 2024 of gummy multivitamin and mineral supplements showed that both prescription and nonprescription products contained similar levels of vitamins and minerals on average; however only 39% had calcium present while less than 20% provided long-chain omega-3s (DHA). Many gummy vitamins contain sugar as their main sweetener, although some varieties do contain sugar-free alternatives [11].
Fruits and vegetables
Fruits and vegetables provide essential vitamins, minerals and plant chemicals as well as fiber for good health, helping prevent heart disease, cancer and diabetes. Unfortunately, many people struggle to consume enough fruits and vegetables through their daily diet – gummie vitamins can make getting these vital nutrients easier!
Gummy vitamins are made using ingredients such as sugar and gelatin, before being mixed with different vitamins and minerals for flavoring and distribution. Some manufacturers add flavor such as cherry, lemon or orange extracts; while others specialize in certain nutrients like vitamin C or D.
Fruits are traditionally considered sweet foods and vegetables are considered savory foods in culinary circles, although this distinction can sometimes be misleading. When considering their uses however, this makes more sense; for instance, sweet potato pie contains both vegetables (yams) and fruits (sweet potatoes) that qualify as dessert items.
