Changing nutrient requirements from 50 plus
As we get older, our body needs fewer and fewer calories, but the need for vitamins, minerals and trace elements does NOT decrease in the same way. For some vitamins and minerals, a higher daily intake is even recommended for people aged 50 and over. MULTI 50+ takes this changed requirement into account so that you can create a good basis for the daily supply of the necessary vital substances.
This is because up to two thirds of all women and men in Germany over the age of 50 suffer from some form of malnutrition, of which vitamin deficiency is the most common phenomenon. Vitamin B deficiency is particularly common in old age.
What does science say about people's vitamin requirements as they get older?
Various studies have shown that an undersupply of vitamins, minerals and trace elements is not a harmless phenomenon, but that a vitamin B12 deficiency in particular can have serious consequences. Among other things, it is suspected that the course of dementia can be negatively influenced by a vitamin B12 deficiency. Many other physical impairments can also be explained by an inadequate intake of the various vitamins.
But good to know: Vitamin and nutrient deficiencies don't have to be. In addition to a healthy and balanced diet with plenty of fruit and vegetables, taking special multivitamin supplements can also be a useful support for the body in old age.
Vitamins from 50: MULTI 50+ provides you with the best care
The MULTI 50+ multivitamin capsules contain many, many vitamins, minerals and trace elements from A-Z that provide your body with exactly what it needs in old age. Vitamin D, for example, together with magnesium and phosphorus, contributes to the maintenance of normal bones. This is important because bone density decreases with age. Bones become more porous, which significantly increases the risk of fractures. Women in particular often suffer from decreasing bone strength during the menopause and should take care to maintain their bone substance.
The multivitamin supplement has many other benefits due to its ingredients. The well-known vitamin A contributes to the maintenance of normal vision, vitamin B1 supports heart function. Magnesium contributes to the maintenance of normal blood cholesterol levels, while the trace element chromium promotes normal blood sugar levels.
For many people over the age of 50, it is important to remain mentally fit and active. Vitactiv's vitamin and mineral complex also offers the right nutrients and vital substances for this. Pantothenic acid, also known as vitamin B5, contributes to normal mental performance. Vitamin C and vitamin B12 support normal mental function and also reduce tiredness and fatigue.
Vitamin C in particular is a real super vitamin, as it strengthens the immune system and contributes to normal collagen formation for normal blood vessel function, normal cartilage function and normal skin function.
As you can see, with the MULTI 50+ multivitamin capsules from Vitactiv you are well equipped for the second half of life.
Why is a vitamin deficiency more likely after 50?
A vitamin deficiency can develop in different ways. For seniors over 70, chewing and swallowing difficulties are often a reason for an unbalanced diet. However, indigestion, loss of appetite and diseases of the stomach or intestines can also lead to an inadequate supply of vitamins and this can also affect people under the age of 70.
In addition, older people have an increased need for vitamins after operations or illnesses, for example, but cannot compensate for this through their daily diet alone. What's more, taking medication is often the cause of deficiency symptoms, as laxatives and many other medicines can impair the absorption of vitamins.
How does a vitamin deficiency affect the body?
There is a wide range of deficiency symptoms caused by an insufficient supply of nutrients. Loss of appetite, fatigue, tiredness, lack of concentration and dizziness can be the first signs.
In the long term, vitamin deficiency can lead to a number of health problems such as osteoporosis, muscle weakness and depression. In the early stages, such a deficiency often remains undetected, as the effects are too unspecific and are often not given enough attention. Therefore, any small changes in appearance such as pale skin, hair loss or dry skin should be taken seriously.
It is best not to let deficiency symptoms affect your quality of life in the first place. We have already told you what you can do about a vitamin deficiency - apart from eating a healthy diet.
Buy multivitamin capsules - feel-good factor from 50
Would you like to provide your body with age-appropriate vitamins and minerals to keep you physically and mentally fit at 50 plus? Then put your trust in MULTI 50+ from Vitactiv. The natural, high-dose vitamins, minerals and trace elements are tailored precisely to the needs of women and men aged 50 and over. Naturally, the multivitamin capsules are also ideal for senior citizens. Buy now - pharmacy quality!
*Information on the effects of the ingredients in our vitamin and mineral complex can be found under product details.
Zinc - the vital trace element
Zinc can be described as a true all-rounder due to its diverse functions in our body. It plays a role in almost 300 enzymes and is therefore involved in numerous metabolic processes. Above all, zinc is crucial for a healthy immune system and as a "beauty mineral" for maintaining healthy skin, hair and nails*.
Many biochemical processes in the body would not function without zinc - the trace element is therefore vital for us.
However, our body cannot produce zinc itself and it must therefore be taken in through food. If the zinc requirement cannot be covered by the diet, a dietary supplement such as ours can be helpful. The ZINC BISGLYCINATE tablets from Vitactiv contain 25 mg of zinc per tablet and are therefore highly dosed. With just one tablet, you are optimally supplied with the valuable trace element throughout the day.
Zinc deficiency - every second person is affected
According to the World Health Organization (WHO), almost 50% of all people are deficient in zinc. But why is that? The most important factor is probably our modern diet. More and more foods are industrially produced and are often low in zinc. In addition, phosphates from soft drinks etc. and other substances in stimulants hinder the utilization of zinc. A vegetarian or vegan diet also promotes zinc deficiency, as many plant-based foods contain phytic acid, which makes it more difficult to utilize zinc. As zinc can only be stored for a short time anyway, our body has no reserves to fall back on.
We therefore recommend that athletes, for example, pay attention to their mineral balance, as important trace elements such as zinc are also excreted through muscle activity and sweating. However, other reasons can also lead to an undersupply of zinc:
Reduced absorption via the intestines (diabetes, rheumatism)
Taking certain medications (lipid-lowering drugs, cortisone)
Increased requirement due to pregnancy and breastfeeding
Unbalanced diet
Frequent alcohol consumption
Combined intake with cereals (phytates) or coffee/tea (tannins)
Possible symptoms of a zinc deficiency
There are various signs that may indicate a zinc deficiency. These include recurrent colds, persistent tiredness and fatigue, brittle fingernails and white patches on the nails, hair breakage or loss, dry eyes and poor skin health with symptoms such as acne, spots, flaky skin or eczema. However, there are many other possible signs of zinc deficiency, e.g:
Fertility problems
Growth disorders in children
loss of appetite
Night blindness
Zinc helps - especially the high-quality zinc bisglycinate
Zinc is available in various forms - e.g. as zinc citrate, oxide, gluconate, picolinate, methionine, histidine, aspartate, orotate, carbonate, pantothenate and bisglycinate. Vitactiv zinc tablets contain organic zinc bisglycinate - the zinc compound with the highest bioavailability.
Why zinc bisglycinate is the most effective zinc
In zinc bisglycinate, the zinc is bound to an amino acid (glycine) so that it cannot be attacked by stomach acid - it is only absorbed in the intestine and can therefore be optimally utilized by the body.
Zinc bisglycinate has over 40 % higher bioavailability than zinc gluconate, which is already highly absorbable. Zinc bisglycinate is also well tolerated, which makes it possible to take it even if you have stomach problems.
Buy ZINC BISGLYCINATE tablets - a product of the Vitactiv brand
ZINC BISGLYCINATE tablets are a product from the new Vitactiv line. The Vitactiv brand stands for nutritional supplements with ingredients from nature, in the best quality and at affordable prices. The new Vitactiv product line now offers higher ranges, more effective dosages and even gentler manufacturing processes during production. Incidentally, all improved and new products will have a new green look in future - including the ZINC BISGLYCINATE tablets. Buy zinc tablets now without a prescription - high-dose and vegan, in pharmacy-quality!
*Information on the effects of the ingredients can be found under product details.
