Are There Different Vitamin Requirements for Different Stages in Life?
Specific vitamin supplements may be recommended for certain ages or stages of life and in certain conditions including: • Infants, young children, preteens and adolescents • Pregnant and breastfeeding women • People taking certain cholesterol lowering drugs, or other drugs which might interfere with the absorption of vitamins and minerals from the diet • A diagnosed vitamin deficiency state resulting perhaps from bowel, liver or kidney disease • People with severe alcohol or drug dependence • People on a strict vegetarian diet that excludes all animal products including dairy products • Smokers • Dieters • Athletes • The elderly If you fall into any of these categories, or are concerned about a loved one who does, discuss your nutritional concerns with your pharmacist or your family doctor. Your health care professional can guide you in the selection of the most appropriate vitamin and mineral supplement(s) for your needs.
