The 4 Things to Look for in a Multivitamin

It’s always a great idea to consider taking a multivitamin or adding one to your wellness routine! 


Taking a multivitamin can be a great step toward supporting your overall health and filling in potential nutritional gaps. It’s one of the easiest places to start since you’ll get various nutrients from one supplement.


With so many options available, it’s essential to choose a formula that meets your unique needs while being easy and enjoyable to take. We’re here to help you navigate the overwhelming selection of multivitamins and find the best option for your wellness journey!

 

Multivitamin Essentials 

Multivitamins provide a broad range of essential nutrients and, if taken regularly, can support nutritional gaps so our bodies can function at their best. While they aren’t a replacement for a balanced diet, they can support your overall wellness by ensuring you get adequate amounts of key vitamins and minerals.


Some of the nutrients you should be looking for in a multivitamin include: 


  • Vitamins A, C, D, and E, which support immune function, skin health, bone health, and more

  • B vitamins, which include thiamin, riboflavin, niacin, vitamin B6, folate, vitamin B12, pantothenic acid, and biotin

  • Calcium, magnesium, and potassium, which are essential for bone health and muscle function

  • Iron, zinc, and copper are important for immune support, oxygen transport, (especially crucial for pregnant women), and more

  • Choline, which supports brain health and cognitive function 

 

Product Recommendation

Liquid Morning Multivitamin

Liquid Morning Multivitamin

Immune Support, Cellular Metabolism, Overall Health

Liquid Morning Multivitamin + Hair Growth

Liquid Morning Multivitamin + Hair Growth

Hair Growth, Thicker Hair, Improves Wrinkles

Women's Multivitamin + Lustriva Hair Growth Liposomal

Women's Multivitamin + Lustriva Hair Growth Liposomal

Hair Growth, Improve Wrinkles, Thicker Hair


In addition to ensuring your multivitamin contains essential nutrients, it’s important to understand how these nutrients interact with each other. Not all of the above ingredients can always be in every multivitamin formula. Some vitamins and minerals work together synergistically, while others may interfere with absorption. For instance:

  • Vitamin C enhances iron absorption, making it beneficial to consume these together.

  • Calcium can inhibit iron absorption, so it’s best to take them at different times of the day.

  • Vitamin D supports calcium absorption, making it crucial for bone health.

Since we're all unique, each individual’s nutrient needs will vary. If you’re curious about which specific vitamins or minerals your body needs, ask your doctor for blood work and find out! This will help you choose the multivitamin formula that’ll work best for your specific needs. 

Overall, we recommend paying attention to what’s in your multivitamin and how it supports your body, and we always suggest consulting a physician or healthcare professional before starting any health supplement.

 

SHOP MULTIS

 

Personal Preferences & Convenience

Like most healthy habits, consistency is key when it comes to taking a multivitamin. You’ll want to ensure that your multivitamin fits into your personal preferences to make it easier to include it in your daily routine long-term.
 

For example, taking a multivitamin that is too large to swallow or that you don’t like the taste of can interfere with consistency.
 

That’s why we create multivitamins that not only support your nutritional needs but are easy to take (liquid or chewable), taste delicious, and are made with vegan ingredients to fit most lifestyles! We believe the best multi for you is the one that is high quality, meets your needs, and supports you for years to come.

 

Product Recommendation

Liquid Morning Multivitamin Essentials+ (Fruit Punch)

Liquid Morning Multivitamin Essentials+ (Fruit Punch)

Immune Support, Metabolism, Overall Health

Women's Multivitamin Gummies

Women's Multivitamin Gummies

Metabolism, Immune Support, Skin Health

Men's Multivitamin Gummies

Men's Multivitamin Gummies

Energy Support, Overall Wellness, Immune Support


Safety & Trust

When choosing a multivitamin, safety and quality should always be top priorities. The supplement industry is regulated by the FDA, but not all products meet the highest standards. Here’s what to look for:

  • Third-party testing: Ensures purity, potency, and safety.

  • cGMP (current Good Manufacturing Practices) certification: Indicates that the product is manufactured under strict quality control guidelines.

  • Transparency: The ingredients and amounts listed on the Supplements Fact Panel (SFP) should match reputable what is in the product with verification that the product label accurately reflects the ingredients and their amounts in the supplement.

Our multivitamins are made following FDA-regulated cGMP guidelines and undergo rigorous testing to ensure quality and efficacy. We go beyond the basics for additional third-party testing with Clean Label Project certifications to provide products that you can trust to support your health.
 

CLEAN LABEL PROJECT CERTIFIED

 

Choosing a Multivitamin for Your Life Stage

Here at MaryRuth’s, we aim to have supplements for all life stages so that you can get the nutrients you need for your lifestyle. Different life stages require different nutrient levels, so you should also be sure to choose a multivitamin that aligns with your age and specific needs:

  • Children often require key nutrients for growth and development, such as vitamin D, calcium, and iron.

  • Pregnant & breastfeeding women may need higher amounts of nutrients like folate and iron for fetal and maternal health.

  • Adults and seniors may require additional vitamin D, calcium, and B12 to support bone healh and healthy energy levels.

 

Product Recommendation

Kids Multivitamin Gummies

Kids Multivitamin Gummies

Immune Function, Essential Nutrients, Overall Health

Prenatal & Postnatal Multivitamin Liposomal

Prenatal & Postnatal Multivitamin Liposomal

Pre-Conception Wellness, Pregnancy Support, Postnatal Health

Organic Toddler Multivitamin Liquid Drops

Organic Toddler Multivitamin Liquid Drops

Healthy Growth, Immune Support, Overall Health

Women's 40+ Multivitamin Liposomal

Women's 40+ Multivitamin Liposomal

Energy Support, Immune Support, Overall Wellness

 

Ready to Find Your Perfect Multivitamin?

Ready to start supplementing with a multivitamin
 

Check out some of our best-selling, tasty vegan multivitamins multiminerals available in liquid and gummy forms for all life stages! 

 

Support your health today with a high-quality formula designed for your needs.

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