BENEFITS

VitaMedica's Multi-Vitamin & Mineral offers a number of benefits including:

AM/PM Dosing for Optimal Nutrition

The use of daytime and nighttime dosing, or chronotherapy , provides the right nutrients at the right time of day. Divided dosing also ensures optimal absorption of the water-soluble vitamins.

High-Potency Formulation

The formulation provides over 100% of the RDI for key nutrients including vitamin A, vitamin C, vitamin E and B-complex.

Hair, Skin & Nail Formula

The formulation provides the full complex of B-vitamins to support healthy hair, skin & nails and provide a counter-balance to daily stress.

Bone Supporting Nutrients

For osteoporosis prevention, the formulation contains 750 mg of calcium and other bone supporting nutrients like magnesium, boron, and vitamins D and K.

Cardiovascular Support

The formulation includes B6, B12, and folate. These B-vitamins play a role in cardiovascular health by lowering homocysteine – a risk factor for cardiovascular disease.

Natural, Mixed Blend of Vitamin E and Carotenoids

The formulation contains the complete vitamin E family, as well as a mixed carotenoid blend. Research has demonstrated that these complete vitamin families provide a broader range of antioxidant and other protective benefits. In addition, the natural form of these vitamins is more readily absorbed than their synthetic counterparts.

Chelated Minerals for Maximal Absorption

Chelation, a technology that attaches an amino acid to minerals, facilitates mineral absorption.

No Iron

The formulation does not contain iron.

No Artificial Ingredients or Herbals

This product does not contain any preservatives or colorants which can cause allergic reactions in some individuals. It also does not contain any herbs which should typically be taken separately from multi-vitamin supplements.

CONTRAINDICATIONS

VitaMedica's Multi-Vitamin & Mineral formulation has an excellent safety track record. However, certain individuals should seek the advice of their doctor before beginning any nutritional supplement program particularly diabetics, pregnant or lactating women. MULTI-VITAMIN & MINERAL contains niacin, which may cause a temporary redness of the skin and flushing. PM MULTI-VITAMIN & MINERAL contains Vitamin K and is contraindicated in patients taking blood thinners like coumadin.

DIRECTIONS

As a dietary supplement, take 1-3 tablets of the AM Multi-Vitamin & Mineral and 1-3 tablets of the PM Multi-Vitamin & Mineral. The Multi-Vitamin & Mineral formulation should always be taken with food. The AM Multi-Vitamin should be taken with breakfast. If a minimal breakfast is eaten, then the AM Multi-Vitamin may be taken with lunch. The PM Multi-Vitamin Formulation should be taken with dinner or before bedtime.

About 10% of users experience the so-called "niacin flush" with high potency vitamins. This involves a temporary reddening of the skin that lasts about 10-15 minutes. It is a normal reaction, and is harmless. Usually it will disappear after a few days of starting the vitamins.

We recommend progressively building up to the full, three-tablet dose of AM and three-tablet dose of PM. When starting the vitamins, begin with one tablet of AM and one tablet of PM for 1-2 days, then two tablets of AM and two tablets of PM for 1-2 days, then up to the full three tablet dose. Taking the Multi-Vitamin in this fashion will decrease the chances of the niacin-flush occurring. It will also help to prevent the uneasy gastrointestinal sensation that some users experience after taking vitamins.

Because these supplements are high potency, typically no other vitamin or mineral supplements are required. Consuming an additional supplement could risk an overdose with individual nutrients, particularly the fat-soluble vitamins.