Vitamins & Minerals
4 articlesAfter 50, stomach acid drops, kidney function shifts, and several nutrients become harder to absorb (B12, D, magnesium, zinc). Our guides explain which deficiencies are common, how they're tested, and the evidence behind supplementation versus food-first strategies.
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Are Gummy Vitamins as Effective as Pills?
A pharmacist compares gummy vitamins to capsules and tablets: nutrient content, added sugars, missing minerals, cost, and when gummies make sense.
Should You Take Vitamin D With or Without Food?
A pharmacist explains why taking vitamin D with a fat-containing meal boosts absorption by up to 50%, plus the best timing and pairing strategies.
Do You Actually Need a Multivitamin After 50?
A pharmacist reviews the evidence on multivitamins after 50. When they help, when targeted supplements are better, and what to look for.
Signs of Vitamin D Deficiency After 50
Common vitamin D deficiency symptoms after 50, why deficiency gets worse with age, optimal blood levels, and how much D3 to supplement.