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Vitamins & supplements

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From what they do, to the recommended allowance, check out our guide to vitamins & supplements


Vitamins & supplements play a vital role in supporting our overall health, helping to fill in nutritional gaps in our diets. With our range of vitamins & supplements, find what's right to support your health & well-being.

Food supplements are intended to supplement the diet and should not be regarded as a substitute for a varied diet or healthy lifestyle. Before taking this product, please consult your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking any medication, have any medical condition, or are pregnant or breastfeeding.

Find the right vitamins & supplements for your concern

Fatigue & energy
Fatigue & energy
Immune support
Immune support
Hair, skin & nails
Hair, skin & nails
Joint & bone health
Joint & bone health
Menopause
Menopause
Digestion & Gut Health
Digestion & Gut Health
Pregnancy health
Pregnancy health
Baby & child
Baby & child
Thyroid support
Thyroid support
Vegan
Vegan

You've chosen to find out about fatigue & energy

Whether it’s from a lack of sleep, an active lifestyle or keeping up with that never-ending to-do-list, our energy levels can sometimes dip, leaving us feeling tired & less rested than we’d like. B vitamins (B2, B3, B5, B6, B12) & vitamin C, as well as magnesium & iron all contribute to a reduction of tiredness & fatigue. Available in many multivitamin & mineral supplement brands. TAKE THE QUIZ

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You've chosen to find out about immune support

The immune system plays an important role in helping to protect you from germs that make you more susceptible to illnesses such as cold & flu. Copper, folate, iron, selenium, zinc, vitamins A, B6, B12, C & D contribute to the normal function of the immune system. TAKE THE QUIZ

You've chosen to find out about hair, skin & nails

If your hair or nails are feeling a little dull or dry, look for a daily supplement. Ingredients such as selenium & zinc support healthy hair & nails, whilst biotin (B7) supports shiny hair & copper assists with maintaining natural hair colour. Supplements can also help if your skin is looking a little dull & tired. Ingredients such as zinc, vitamins A, B2 (riboflavin), B3 (niacin) & B7 (biotin) help to maintain normal skin. Vitamin C supports collagen production, a natural component of skin, which helps to maintain its elasticity & firmness. TAKE THE QUIZ

You've chosen to find out about joint & bone health

Although exercise & a balanced diet can help you build healthy bones & maintain them, supplements can give you some additional support to help you maintain your bone health with increasing age. Calcium, magnesium, manganese, phosphorus, protein, zinc & vitamins C, D & K all contribute to the maintenance of normal bone. TAKE THE QUIZ

You've chosen to find out about menopause

Perimenopause is when oestrogen levels decline, with most symptoms occurring before periods stop. Menopause, is when your periods have stopped for 12 months & after this, is called postmenopause. Declining oestrogen levels increase the risk of osteoporosis (weak bones), so it's vital to get enough calcium & vitamin D for bone health. During postmenopause, many menopause symptoms decrease, however, the risk of osteoporosis & heart disease increases. For women over 50 who are postmenopausal 20µg of vitamin D & 1200mg of calcium daily, assists bone mineral density. TAKE THE QUIZ

You've chosen to find out about digestion & gut health

Looking after our digestive health can help prevent problems such as constipation & heartburn. A diet rich in fibre is ideal, with the recommended intake being 30g of fibre per day, incorporating a variety of plant-based foods such as wholegrains, beans, fruit, vegetables, nuts & seeds. You may also consider supporting your daily intake with a fibre supplement. It’s best to gradually increase your fibre intake, as increasing too quickly, can lead to excess gas & bloating. Drink plenty of water too as fibre & fluid work together for a healthy functioning gut. TAKE THE QUIZ

You've chosen to find out about pregnancy health

It’s important to eat a healthy, varied diet throughout pregnancy to get the vitamins & minerals you & your baby need. It’s recommended to take a daily folic acid supplement for those trying to conceive & up until at least the twelfth week of pregnancy. It's also recommended to take a vitamin D supplement. Choose supplements with the recommended amounts of folic acid & vitamin D, that is specifically for pregnancy, & ask your midwife or pharmacist for advice. TAKE THE QUIZ

You've chosen to find out about baby & child

The Government recommends a vitamin D supplement is taken by children under one year who are breastfed (even If their mother Is taking a vitamin D supplement herself) or who have less than 500ml of formula milk a day. Children aged one to four years are advised to take vitamin D all year round, while children over four should take a supplement during the autumn & winter months. It’s also recommended that all children from six months to five years old take a daily vitamin A & C supplement. TAKE THE QUIZ

You've chosen to find out about thyroid support

The thyroid gland is a small gland, located in front of the windpipe in the neck. It helps to produce hormones which regulate our metabolism. When the thyroid gland stops producing enough of these hormones, our body’s functions can slow down. Selenium & iodine help to create thyroid hormones, which keep cells & the metabolic rate, (the speed at which the body burns calories), healthy. Before taking an iodine supplement, consult your GP, as it's important to get enough iodine, when following a vegan diet & during pregnancy. TAKE THE QUIZ

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You've chosen to find out about vegan

A vegan diet consists of plant-based foods, excluding any foods that come from animals, such as eggs, meat & dairy products. In order to get the nutrients your body needs, a vegan diet needs to be well thought out to make sure you don’t miss out on essential minerals like calcium, iron, iodine, selenium & vitamins B12 & D. To help with this, you may wish to consider a daily supplement to support a balanced, vegan diet. TAKE THE QUIZ

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Frequently asked questions

Most people should get the vitamins they need from eating a balanced diet, but some people may need extra supplements. The supplements you should take daily will depend on a few factors, such as health conditions, age, or whether you can get particular vitamins through your diet.

The only exception to this is vitamin D. The body makes vitamin D directly from sunlight on the skin when we’re outdoors, but between October and March in the UK, we do not make enough. As a result, a daily supplement of vitamin D is recommended during this period.

Take our vitamins quiz to see which vitamins and supplements are recommended for you.

Vitamins lose their potency after their best before date. They are generally not considered unsafe to take, but the more time that passes after the expiry date, the less effective they are likely to be. It is not recommended to take out of date vitamins.

There are considered to be 13 essential vitamins that your body needs. These are:

  • Vitamin A
  • Vitamin C
  • Vitamin D
  • Vitamin E
  • Vitamin K
  • B vitamins (thiamine, riboflavin, niacin, pantothenic acid, biotin, pyridoxine, B12, folate)

  • You should be able to get enough of these vitamins by eating a healthy and balanced diet, although supplements can help you reach the recommended amounts. However, a daily supplement of vitamin D between October and March is recommended, as it is very difficult to get sufficient levels of vitamin D from diet alone.

During pregnancy, you can get most of the vitamins you need by eating a healthy and varied diet. However, it is recommended that you take 400µg folic acid daily from before you’re pregnant until you’re 12 weeks pregnant, and 10µg vitamin D daily between September and March and throughout your pregnancy if you are at particular risk of deficiency. Do not take cod liver oil or vitamin A (retinol) supplements as this could harm your baby.

Vitamins that can contribute to a reduction in tiredness and fatigue include B vitamins, vitamin C, magnesium & iron. Take a look at our ‘Shop by goal’ section to see which supplements we offer that may support you.

Always make sure to see your GP if you are suffering from tiredness & fatigue that is not getting better, as it could be a sign of a medical condition that vitamins will not treat.

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For those aged 18 years and over. The quiz is not a medical assessment; for advice about your health, please speak to a doctor or pharmacist.

Page last reviewed on 24/01/2025