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A multivitamin is usually taken just once a day, but talk to your doctor about the best type of multivitamin for you, and the best time of day to take it.
Most multivitamins contain close to the recommended dietary allowances (RDAs) for many vitamins and minerals. Some high-potency multivitamins may include instructions to take more than one pill daily.
If you eat a well-balanced diet that includes all major food groups, you may be able to get enough of the nutrients you need from food; in that case, you may not need a multivitamin. However, if you eat a restrictive diet, are sick or pregnant, or have or are at risk for certain medical conditions, your doctor may recommend a multivitamin to help keep you healthy. Do not take higher doses of multivitamins than your doctor recommends.
Most multivitamins contain close to the recommended dietary allowances (RDAs) for many vitamins and minerals. Some high-potency multivitamins may include instructions to take more than one pill daily.
If you eat a well-balanced diet that includes all major food groups, you may be able to get enough of the nutrients you need from food; in that case, you may not need a multivitamin. However, if you eat a restrictive diet, are sick or pregnant, or have or are at risk for certain medical conditions, your doctor may recommend a multivitamin to help keep you healthy. Do not take higher doses of multivitamins than your doctor recommends.
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