Deciding which vitamins and supplements to add to your wellness routine can be intimidating and overwhelming, especially with the wide array of options out there. How do you know which ones are right for you? Let’s discuss the importance of understanding your individual needs, and dive into some common vitamins and supplements to help get you started on your journey. 

Understanding your individual needs 

To determine which vitamins and supplements to add to your wellness routine, you must first understand your individual needs. There are many factors that impact which vitamins and supplements are suitable for an individual, including diet, age, sex, health goals, and other lifestyle considerations. For example, those consuming a plant-based diet may consider taking vitamin B12 or vitamin D supplements, as these vitamins are less prevalent in their diets. People who are over 50 may benefit from a multivitamin tailored to their age group.

Since there is no one-size-fits-all answer, talking to a healthcare professional is an excellent and essential way to understand your specific needs and determine the right vitamins and supplements for your wellness routine.

Kickstart your wellness routine 

If you’re looking for a place to start your wellness routine, read on. Here are some commonly used vitamins and supplements, varied by health interest.

For general health & nutrition support: Multivitamins* 

Multivitamins are an excellent starting point to any wellness routine. Alive!® multivitamins can help bridge nutrient gaps where your diet may fall short. Many Alive! formulas contain 100% or more of the Daily Value of essential vitamins and minerals, including the full B-vitamin complex, which helps converts food to fuel.* These multivitamins can support various aspects of your health, from heart health to cellular energy to eye health and beyond, and help you thrive every day.* 

Here are some multivitamin options to get you started:

• Alive! Women's Gummy Multivitamin & Alive! Men's Gummy Multivitamin for those looking for a solid foundation for their wellness routine. These yummy gummies make taking your multivitamin less of a chore, and are now formulated with Superfood Antioxidants powder blend that provides 10 mg polyphenols per serving from pomegranate extract, spinach, blueberry, and more. 
• Alive! Women's 50+ Complete Multivitamin & Alive! Men's 50+ Complete Multivitamin tablets for those 50 and older, because as you age, your nutritional needs may change. 

Find our full collection of multivitamins here. 

For digestive support: Probiotics* 

Probiotics are living microorganisms that are considered beneficial bacteria. You can get probiotics from some fermented foods like yogurt, or in higher concentrations from supplements. Many probiotics help promote digestive balance and gut health.*

Some of our favorites from Nature’s Way: 

• Primadophilus® Reuteri Probiotics is formulated with 3 strains of Lactobacilli, including L. reuteri UALre-16™, a unique probiotic strain that helps maintain digestive balance.* It also contains prebiotics, a food source for good bacteria.* 
• Women's Probiotic Pearls® supports digestive and vaginal health with active cultures of Lactobacilli.* 
• Fortify® 30 Billion Daily Probiotic Adults 50+ supports digestive, immune, and colon health with 30 billion live probiotic cultures, plus prebiotics.* It also helps reduce occasional gas and digestive discomfort.* 
• Probiotic Pearls Complete supports digestive balance, regularity, and colon health with daily use.* 

Find the probiotic that works for you by exploring our full collection here.

For stress support: Ashwagandha*

Feeling stressed lately? Add some support to your wellness routine with ashwagandha.* Ashwagandha is an adaptogenic herb that has been used for over 3,000 years.* This herbal supplement can help reduce daily stress with ongoing use.*

We offer a variety of products with ashwagandha, including: 

• Ashwagandha Gummies
• Ashwagandha Premium Extract
• Sleep Well Gummies
• Stress Defense Gummy

Explore our entire collection of mood & stress support supplements here.* 

For immune and bone support: Vitamin D3*

Vitamin D3 is the active and preferred form of vitamin D and plays a role in supporting your immune system and its function.* It also supports bone health.* It can be difficult to get adequate vitamin D from food alone, so you might want to consider adding a supplement to your wellness routine.

Here are some of our products that contain vitamin D3: 

• Vitamin D3 Gummies
• Sambucus Gummies
• Vitamin D3 Max‡

Browse our full selection of immune support products here.* 

(‡As compared to 50 mcg) 

Informative blogs 

To further support you on your wellness journey, we've curated some of our blogs that address frequently asked questions about vitamins and supplements: 

• What to Know About Refrigerating Supplements
• The Best Time to Take Supplements
• Do Vitamins and Supplements Expire?

Find the vitamins and supplements right for your wellness 

With the wide variety of vitamins and supplements out there, it’s important to figure out your own health goals and individual needs when choosing to add any to your wellness routine. From probiotics to ashwagandha to multivitamins, common supplements like these can help serve as a starting point for your wellness. Again, talk to a healthcare professional to decide what’s right for you.