When you think about vitamins, what comes to mind? If you feel confused or overwhelmed, you’re not alone. There are so many options available, it can be difficult to figure out which options are best.
Ahead, we’re answering the question of what are whole food vitamins to break down why you may want to consider choosing a vitamin that’s been sourced from whole foods vs. synthetic options that may contain fillers and artificial ingredients.
Simply put, a wholefoods vitamin is closer to the source of the vitamin in nature, rather than being synthetically processed in a lab. Whole food vitamins are made from food sources, providing us with a host of benefits — more on this below.
A whole food vitamin is made from concentrated whole foods, such as fruits and vegetables. See below for some common ingredients you can expect to find in a high-quality whole food vitamin.
When choosing a whole food vitamin, you’ll want to look at the label to see where the vitamins have been sources from. Ideally, you’ll also want to choose a product that’s GMO-free and free from commonly used fillers such as dairy, gluten, soy, and corn.
In a whole foods vitamin, you can expect to see concentrated fruits and vegetables. In our Fortify multivitamin, you’ll find a number of plant-based ingredients to provide a broad spectrum of vitamins and minerals.
In natural vitamins, such as our Fortify multivitamin, you may see ingredients such as:
Keep in mind that this is just an example of what you’ll find in our own whole food multivitamin. Each whole food vitamin will be different, so always keep quality in mind no matter what supplement you take.
No matter what type of supplement you are looking for, you’ll want to keep an eye out for a number of things on the label.
Ideally, look for a supplement that’s free of:
And, when possible, select a product that’s 100% natural, organic, and GMO-free.
When it comes to selecting a vitamin, you want to choose something that will give you the best bang for your buck — meaning something that you’ll not only get benefit from but a product that’s also worth the price tag. There are many benefits of taking a natural whole food vitamin, especially when selecting a product that is 100% natural, GMO-free, and made with clean ingredients.
One important reason to consider a whole food vitamin has to do with the need for many of us to bridge any nutrient gaps we may be missing in our diet, even if we eat healthy.
Thanks to issues such as soil depletion or a lack of food variety, we may not be getting all the nutrients we need from diet alone. (1, 2)
So, what about the cost of whole food vitamins vs. synthetic options — is there a price difference? Not always, but a higher quality product that’s sourced from high-quality, organic ingredients is generally more expensive than lower quality synthetic options.
Now ask yourself this question: “should I think about the cost when it comes to choosing a multivitamin?” While obviously cost can be a factor for a number of reasons, if you are looking to invest in something for your health, your best bet is to choose a product that actually works. While synthetic vitamins may be a cheaper option, if the bioavailability is very poor, then ultimately, it’s a waste of money. The key here is to select a product that’s bioavailable, meaning it’s more easily absorbed by the body — as the old saying goes — you get what you pay for.
And the good news is that there are ways to save some money with many whole food vitamins, such as buying in bulk or choosing a monthly subscription option.
So, there you have it — all you need to know about what whole food vitamins are, what goes into a whole food vitamin, the benefits of taking one, and what you need to know about the cost.
Ready to consider upgrading your current supplement regimen? Start here with our Fortify whole food multivitamin.
