Methylated Multivitamins May Be Easier to Absorb for Some People

Find out why this form of vitamin can provide extra benefits.

By Allison Futterman
Jan 7, 2025 10:00 PMJan 7, 2025 9:55 PM
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Approximately one-third of American adults take a multivitamin in an effort to address nutritional deficiencies or specific dietary needs. While they are an option to replace nutrients you may not be getting from food, it is worth mentioning that multivitamins vary in quality and dosage amounts. 

However, not everyone is able to receive the maximum benefit regular multivitamins offer. For a variety of reasons, a better option may be methylated multivitamins.

What Is a Methylated Vitamin?

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