Vitamins and supplements
How do I compare magnesium supplements?
Check the amount of magnesium itself per recommended daily serving, not just compound weight or a front label number. Check the form and other ingredients too.
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Why compare EPA and DHA rather than fish oil weight alone?
Fish oil weight and the amount of EPA and DHA are different figures. Find both fatty acids per recommended serving when comparing products.
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How do I read vitamin D amounts on a label?
Check the units and the tablets, drops or capsules in the recommended serving. The amount per individual unit can differ from the daily serving.
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How do I check for duplicated vitamins across supplements?
List your supplements and compare matching ingredients per recommended daily serving. Products called “multivitamins” and “minerals” can overlap.
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How do I compare collagen powders, capsules and drinks?
Check the collagen source, amount per recommended serving and additional ingredients. Drink volume or powder weight does not equal collagen content.
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What should I check in a biotin complex?
Check biotin per recommended serving and other vitamins or minerals. A biotin product can be a single supplement or a multi-ingredient complex.
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How do I read an iron supplement label?
Find iron per recommended serving, its compound form and additional ingredients. Compound weight and the amount of iron itself can be different figures.
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How do I check age restrictions on children vitamins?
Find the age range, recommended serving and warnings on the individual label. A gummy format does not mean a supplement suits every child.
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