I recommend that everyone over the age of 45 should take a comprehensive daily nutritional supplement. It should include optimum – as opposed to merely adequate – levels of the classical vitamins and minerals (vitamin D and selenium are especially important).

To be truly comprehensive, a supplement should also include flavonoids and carotenoids (derived from fruits and vegetables), Omega 3 fatty acids, Co-Enzyme Q10, soy isoflavones and many other micro and phyto-nutrients.

For teenagers and adults under 45, a simpler A-Z type formula nutritional supplement is suitable – but one with particular emphasis on antioxidant nutrients (vitamins C, E, B1, B12, Folic Acid and Selenium).   Extra Vitamin D is needed in the northern hemisphere, as we don’t get enough sunshine in the winter to provide sufficient Vitamin D.

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