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SCIENCE & NUTRITION

Who Needs Personalized Because vitamins and minerals are organic, they should be consumed with or
Immune-boosting Vitamins? after meals for maximum absorption. Moreover, extra vitamins can be harmful to
A multivitamin supplement to support our bodies if they are taken incorrectly or in excess. They will affect our body’s
immune system health is suitable for waste excretion system, including the liver and kidneys. However, in addition to
people who do not have time to care taking vitamins to boost the immune system, you should not overlook primary
for themselves. For many people, health care to maintain good health, including consuming an appropriate amount
taking multiple vitamins at the same of nutritious food from all five food groups, having regular exercise and adequate
time every day might not be convenient, rest, reducing stress, washing your hands regularly, wearing a mask, and keeping
and excessive information from several distance between yourself and others.
kinds of vitamins may also lead to
confusion about which vitamins are
required. As a result, a comprehensive More Information Service Info C016
multivitamin formula is the best solution
and is needed to help the body function
properly. On the other hand, before
deciding to get a multivitamin
supplement, a blood test to determine
the level of vitamins in your body can
reduce uncertainty and ensure that you
receive the vitamins your body
requires.

The Benefits and Drawbacks
of Taking Personalized
Immune-boosting Vitamins
The immune-boosting formula vitamin
has the advantage of being very
convenient. You don’t have to worry
about your vitamins interfering with one
another. It can be consumed when you
want to take care of yourself in order
to stay healthy, avoid infection, and
recover from illness. However, the
ready-made vitamins are not
appropriate for people with certain
health conditions or patients who have
some dietary restrictions, such as
those who are on blood thinners. In
such a case, your doctor will create a
unique vitamin formula for you. This
may necessitate a week of waiting, but
it is more appropriate and safer for your
health.

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