This is a sponsored post. All opinions are mine. Vitamin intake is vital in all stages of life. It’s important to keep a well-balanced diet to obtain vitamins naturally through nourishment but to also take supplements and ensure that you’re getting the proper amount for your age and gender.
Vitamins You Should Take Over 50
By the age of 50, your body goes through many changes, including the increased risk of osteoporosis and menopause in women. More than ever, your body will need its correct daily dose of vitamins. While it’s ideal to try and get it from whole foods like fruits and vegetables, sometimes it’s not enough. We put together a list of vitamins and supplements that are important to when you’re over 50.
- Vitamin D And Calcium: By the time we reach 50, our bones become more sensitive and we are more susceptible to bone diseases like osteoporosis. By taking calcium supplements and Vitamin D, you can help your body reduce the risk of accelerated bone loss.
- Vitamin B-12: As we age, our stomachs tend to produce less acid, which is key in naturally absorbing B-12 from our food. It’s important to get your daily dose of vitamin B-12 for its benefits in memory and cognitive function.
- Vitamin K: Vitamin K can help with bone and blood health – it is the number one vitamin in helping with blood clots. With a lack of vitamin k, even a small cut could end up a big disaster. People with osteoporosis are reported to have low levels of vitamin k, so it’s definitely vital to get in the proper amount once you are over the age of 50.
- Coenzyme Q10: This is a vitamin that often goes under the radar but is definitely something worth taking as a supplement – especially for those who are on meds for high cholesterol. Statins are what lowers cholesterol (hence, being found in most cholesterol medications), but also blocks the production of coenzyme Q10. Q10 helps in many things such as producing energy and preventing muscle cramps. Talk to your doctor to see what dosage is best for you.
- Vitamin C: Throughout our entire lives, we constantly hear of the benefits of vitamin c. We always talk about eating plenty of citrus fruits since it’s packed with the oh-so-famous vitamin. Vitamin C is great for the immune system and also for the growth and repair of body tissues. It also helps in repairing and maintaining bones, and as we’ve already discussed, is incredibly important once you get to your 50’s.
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Are you taking vitamins? Which do you feel is the most important to be taking and why?
Kelly Nicholson says
January 17, 2017 at 2:37 pmAre you taking vitamins? Which do you feel is the most important to be taking and why? Please make your answer be at least 2 sentences long! Thank you!
i take the ona a days,but i wonder if i should not do a little more…thanks
kathi bennett says
January 17, 2017 at 5:52 pmI’m over 50 and I should be taking vitamins, I exercise and eat right but, forget about Vitamins. I need to start because I’m menopausal and tired all the time.
Anne C says
January 17, 2017 at 6:25 pmFor me, Vitamin C is the most important to take. Vitamin C serves as a barrier or defense against diseases and we should always eat food and vegetables rich in it.
Mary W says
January 17, 2017 at 6:36 pmI do take vitamins. I take B Complex for energy, calcium for bones and multi vitamins to cover all the rest.
patricia caradonna says
January 17, 2017 at 9:45 pmI presently ran out of my vitamins. I was taking a multi-vitamin for women. I need to purchase more.
Kelly D says
January 17, 2017 at 10:01 pmYes, I take vitamins. I think D is important because you don’t get enough in the winter and also iron because they both give you more energy.
Jennifer H. says
January 17, 2017 at 10:41 pmI do take vitamins. I think that they really help out.
Danielle S says
January 18, 2017 at 12:15 amI do take vitamins and herbs. I just ordered a huge package of vitamins.
mycraftingworld says
January 18, 2017 at 7:15 amI do take Vitamin C. That is the only thing I take to help ward off colds. I take so much other medicines that I only want Vit C as the only other pill I will take.
monique s says
January 18, 2017 at 12:13 pmI am not currently but need to start taking them for sure
monique s says
January 18, 2017 at 12:16 pmI am not currently taking vitamins but sure be. I hear that it is important to take D for bone health.
kayla hyde says
January 18, 2017 at 5:34 pmI take Iron everyday to help with my anemia and important I take it or I feel like a zombie and cant take good care of my kids
Michele Pineda says
January 18, 2017 at 6:12 pmNow that I am ahem, 51 I need to be taking a vitamin. I do take my thyroid pill but I am not a pill person though I do believe it is important to get the right doses of vitamins into my system. I am taking super primrose oil as well due to some thyroid hair loss and it actually is making me feel more energetic and also hopefully will be helping me keep the hair I do have left.
Paol Trenny says
January 18, 2017 at 7:50 pmI am currently taking a multivitamin. I think that Vit D is extremely important because it improve muscle strength/tissue (coordination) especially for older people.
Annamarie V says
January 18, 2017 at 9:19 pmYes I do take a multi vitamin and I take extra vitamin D3 because I’m low on that and it helps give me more energy.
Laurie Alain says
January 18, 2017 at 11:11 pmI am taking 4 different vitamins to keep my health in check i had a bad scare last year and did not know I needed any of them I take them everyday now they are like my coffee regimen its vitamins 1st!!! Coffee 2nd. lol Never thought i’d say that.
Cindy Merrill says
January 19, 2017 at 7:24 amYes, I take a Woman’s Multi vitamin for women over age 50, because I need it. I have a lot of seniors depending on me. I run a Meal program for the elderly in my town.
chris hoey says
January 19, 2017 at 8:21 amwinit
Frank Lee says
January 19, 2017 at 9:43 amCould always use the help on health issues.
Kim K says
January 19, 2017 at 9:48 amI take a multi-vitamin, vitamin D3 and sometime vitamin C. I think they are all important.
Barrie says
January 19, 2017 at 7:25 pmI’ve been taking high quality vitamins for decades. Right now, I feel the most important one is for my eyes. The strain of computers and ereaders coupled with hereditary macular degeneration, I MUST take one!
Shannon says
January 19, 2017 at 7:40 pmI do take vitamins. The most important vitamin for me is b12. I have Pernicious Anemia so I have to inject it.
Kelli A says
January 19, 2017 at 7:59 pmI am taking a daily mulit-vitamin, magnesium, and a prescribed fish oil supplement. I have some Coenzyme Q10 and a B-Complex vitamin, but I haven’t dived into taking them yet.
Laura says
January 19, 2017 at 8:49 pmI currently take a daily multivitamin, which I think is the most important because it helps with your immune system. Whenever I am sick, I also take a vitamin C supplement!
Jeanna says
January 20, 2017 at 11:26 amMy whole family takes vitamin C. I believe it’s important for our everyday help and to keep away those germs!
Leela says
January 20, 2017 at 5:43 pmI don’t currently take any. I stopped taking some after I had my baby.
Kimberly Singh says
January 21, 2017 at 2:46 amYes, I am taking a few vitamins. I am taking Vitamin C, B-Complex, Omega 3, and Multi Vitamins.
doug gerard says
January 21, 2017 at 4:34 pmI’m over 50 and I take magnesium oxide every day–it is important for maintaining calm nerves and has been found to be actually more important than calcium to keep your bones strong.
doug gerard says
January 21, 2017 at 4:37 pmI also take iron for my mood too.
michelle k. says
January 22, 2017 at 6:32 pmNo I don’t take vitamins. I should because I don’t eat enough healthy foods during the day.
Carol Ellis says
January 23, 2017 at 11:45 amI do thin you need to start taking vitamins after 50. I take Vitamins D and calcium every day.
Pauline Linares says
January 23, 2017 at 1:28 pmYes, I take a multivitamin each day.
Cheryl Chervitz says
January 25, 2017 at 10:35 pmI do take calcium and Vit. D, prescribed by my doctor. I have really bad bones and have to watch it. I should be taking more.
Elizabeth says
January 26, 2017 at 5:32 pmI used to take vitamins on a daily basis. For some reason, I just got out of the habit, even though I know that I should be taking vitamins! These Vitamin C Vitamins would be a good start 🙂 Thanks for this chance!
Christopher Smart says
January 26, 2017 at 6:15 pmi do take vitamins and i feel that my diabetes pill and daily multivitamin are the most important. thank you
Jamie Williams says
January 26, 2017 at 9:35 pmI take a load of vitamins because my immune system is so weak. The moat important ones are vitamin c and vitamin d .
Geena O'Banion says
January 29, 2017 at 10:04 pmYes, I take vitamins (I am 65 years old). At a young age, I learned how important Vitamin C is. Later I learned that the Vitamin C is highlighted and works in unison with Vitamin D and K. They are cleanse and repair body tissues.
roselle-mendoza says
January 30, 2017 at 5:47 amI personally take vitamins c as well… Because for me everyone’s body needs it to avoid sickness or be away from sickness as well.
laura ari says
January 30, 2017 at 7:46 pmRight now I just take Calcium and Vitamin D. When I broke my ankle, my doctor had me take vitamin C as well.
Stacey Roberson says
January 31, 2017 at 9:55 amI take vitamins daily – the most important being Vitamin A, B and C, calcium and iron. These are essential, in my opinion, to a women’s health.
Susan P. says
February 1, 2017 at 5:05 pmI take C, D, B Complex, Multi, Calcium, Fish Oil, and Folic Acid. I read that taking daily probiotics is also a good idea. The Fish Oil is to help lower triglycerides.
Ashley B. says
February 2, 2017 at 6:47 pmYes! I actually have been taking Vitamin C, but am not currently satisfied with my current brand. Hope I win!
Janice Crespo says
February 3, 2017 at 6:48 pmI don’t take vitamins. I do take some Vitamin C are cold season, but this year, I skipped it. 2 weeks later, I am almost back to being healthy again.
jberry says
February 4, 2017 at 10:50 amJust amped up my latest regime this week. Personally focused on immune atm…B-Complex, Iron & C.
Glen H says
February 4, 2017 at 10:21 pmEat my multivitamins daily
Christopher Smart says
February 5, 2017 at 10:55 amI take vitamins. I believe that the most important vitamins I take are vitamin c, fish oil, and my multivitamin! Thank you
Cassandra D. says
February 8, 2017 at 3:35 amI like to take vitamin C. I work with a lot of people at my job, so vitamin C is very helpful for me.
Edye says
February 13, 2017 at 2:42 pmYes, I do take vitamins! I take B12 because I’m vegetarian and have a deficiency.
Frances says
February 14, 2017 at 3:27 pmI take many supplements . I take a prenatal multivitamin which I think is the most important.
Deborah Caudill says
February 17, 2017 at 3:43 amI take vitamins intermittently. I really need to take them all the time because I don’t eat right. I always seem to be very low on Vitamin D, so that is one of the most important ones for me. I also seem to run low on electrolytes such as potassium.
Darlene Owen says
February 17, 2017 at 6:18 pmYes I take 8 vitamins and supplements. They include vitamin C, E, D, Calcium, and 4 others, probably Vitamin C and Calcium is the most important ones.
Marcus Walker says
February 18, 2017 at 1:54 pmMy wife takes vitamin but I don’t….
Starla says
February 19, 2017 at 11:45 pmThese seem awesome. I have been taking a regular multi vitamin for a while now but I am now working in the emergency room so I feel that something extra could help. Vitamin C is so great for the immune system so maybe a few extra supplements to help fight off sickness since I am exposed to it so often!
jessica marinaccio says
February 23, 2017 at 1:11 pmI take a multivitamin , Vitamin D and Calcium right now – I do take Vitamin C as well – I have 4 kids whom are always sick with something and mom needs to stay well to take care of everyone else
angie w says
February 24, 2017 at 9:03 pmI do take vitamins as I have health issues that may benefit from supplementation. I take aloe, fish oil, vitamin D, vitamin B12, COQ10, vitamin D, and vitamin C.
Kelley Roach says
February 24, 2017 at 9:41 pmI should be taking vitamins, I exercise and eat right but, forget about Vitamins.
Dewayne Bradshaw says
February 26, 2017 at 7:28 pmWe do take vitamins. Our vitamins are gummies. We take Vitamin D because our levels have been very low.
Ashleigh Hack says
February 26, 2017 at 10:53 pmI am currently taking a prenatal vitamin. I am breastfeeding and it is important that I continue to take it so my breastmilk has all the good vitamins for my baby!
Brenda H says
February 28, 2017 at 5:42 pmI take multivitamins
Cheryl Everitt says
May 23, 2017 at 6:10 pmMy doctor only has me taking a multi-vitamin. After reading this article I have learned important suggestions for maintaining my health. Thank you for sharing.