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Vitamins for Vegetarians
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Do any of you who are vegetarian take vitamins?
I've been vegetarian for about 10 years and I used to take multivitamins when I was younger but I don't really bother anymore.
Thing is, I'm tired loads of the time and have been anaemic in the past (can't spell it!) due to lack or iron. I've taken B vitamins, iron and some kind of flaxseed oil (the veggie version of fish omega 3) a couple of years ago, however I'm forgetful so it never lasts long.
I'm trying to get into a routine of taking vitamins now hoping that it might make me less tired and a bit less pale! Which ones does everyone take here, if any?
I've been vegetarian for about 10 years and I used to take multivitamins when I was younger but I don't really bother anymore.
Thing is, I'm tired loads of the time and have been anaemic in the past (can't spell it!) due to lack or iron. I've taken B vitamins, iron and some kind of flaxseed oil (the veggie version of fish omega 3) a couple of years ago, however I'm forgetful so it never lasts long.
I'm trying to get into a routine of taking vitamins now hoping that it might make me less tired and a bit less pale! Which ones does everyone take here, if any?
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Aren't there other foods you can have (as a veggie) which will give you iron and whatnot?
I did take iron tablets and a multivitamin for years but now I do try and get all my nutrients from food, I do take a multi mineral tablet when I remember (rarely) to supplement things like magnesium and also calcium since I don't drink half as much milk or eat nearly as many dairy products as I once did.
all sorts of supplements now :yes:
I used to get told off for that.:o
So what's this flaxseed oil stuff? Does it come in a format that tastes nice?
one annoying things i found about being vegan was where to get calcium from - i'm over that now tho'. :razz:
dark green veg and marmite (not together; work wonders :yes: )
might be an idea to check out the vegetarian society's website on vitamins and minerals at http://www.vegsoc.org/info/basic-nutrition.html#vita
I just take a general multi-vitamin/mineral tablet. Used to take Sanatogen vegetarian vits though which is quite good.
If you have a good balanced diet then supplements are unnecessary. But I eat rubbishly these days.