Vitamin Suggestions

KiaMember

At some point I'll stop mentioning at the start of every post that I can't believe all I am learning in here! But I continue to be enlightened!

I searched on posts about vitamins, as well as extended release pills. First thing tomorrow I am making an appt with my doc to change from Effexor ER to regular Effexor. I should have known!

About vitamins....I take Centrum Silver and B-Complex and still have no energy. I've read the posts about liquid and chewable vitamins. Makes sense!

I'm always at a loss, though, about what vitamins to take, how much and when. I'd love to know the magic mix! Any recommendations would be appreciated. I am particularly interested in fast absorption/liquid/chewables.

Thanks, in advance.

2/10/131:01 PM

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kathy smithMember

The best vitamin I've found is Forvia. It's formulated for people with malasorption issues. They make both pill (which is very large) and chewable. It's the only vitamin I've ever taken in which I noticed a marked difference. I had more energy and my joints moved easier.

kathy

2/10/132:04 PM

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skn69Member

When I am home (the US) I go to a nutrition center and buy the housebrand adult chewables...some big multi-market stores carry them too and I like the ladies versions that they have (seemed to help me a lot) and in my case the 50+ were great (I bought the men's because they were on sale!), depending on what season it is, what I am eating (carbs, greens or not, fruits or not...) I add liquid B's and iron...I had my blood tested and need to add D and calcium too so that is my usual routine...I am a big believer in minerals which I believe we have problems absorbing so I add Cal/mag/zinc or other combos when needed (I really can tell when and if I am deficient, I had a fabulous GP who did blood testing at the begining of each season and then put me on specific suppliments for them like Copper/gold/silver going into winter for immunity)...
When I take any compact pills they travel through me like bullits so even the non chewables get cut or crushed...
Sharon

2/10/133:50 PM

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CTBarristerMember

I am like Sharon, I need to take vitamin D and calcium, due to low blood counts, in addition to a chewable multivitamin. I take two different vitamin D supplements, Caltrate, and a 2000 iu gelcap made by Sundown Naturals. The Vitamin D supplements are fairly inexpensive, and you can buy a 3-4 months supply for $5 or so.

2/10/136:59 PM

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BodoniMember

I agree with Kathy. I have taken the chewable vitamin, Forvia for years. These are made for folks with IBD.

2/10/138:04 PM

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SubzeromamboMember

I take 2 TBS of Trace Minerals Liquid Vitamins/Minerals, 7000 IU Vitamin D3 (my D3 level is very low) and a liquid Iron supplement (about 200% of the daily recommended dose because my iron levels are very low). I notice the biggest difference in energy levels and joint flexibility from the Trace Minerals supplement.

2/10/1311:47 PM

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KiaMember

Thank you, everyone, for your suggestions. I am going to make an appt for some blood work and look into all of your suggestions. Much appreciated!!