Vitamins and Minerals

Although the Daily Value (DV) or recommended intake for various vitamins can vary from one source to another, the following table seems to more or less a consensus opinion of what is acceptable. Remember... these are NOT the recommendations from the U.S. Government, but rather those from independent specialists from around the world. Before applying this information to your situation, consult your Physician!

Vitamin Or Mineral Daily Value Amount Which Should Be In A Multivitamin Safe Upper Limit A 5,000 IU 100% 10,000 IU Thiamin 1.5 mg 100% 50 mg Riboflavin 1.7 mg 100% 200 mg Niacin 20 mg 100% 35 mg B6 2 mg 100% 100 mg B12 6 mcg 100% 3,000 mcg Folic Acid 400 mcg 100% 1,000 mcg Biotin 300 mcg Not Applicable 2,500 mcg Pantothenic Acid 10 mg Not Applicable 1,000 mg Choline Males 18+ Females 18+ Not Applicable 3,500 mg Vitamin C 60 mg 100% 1,000 mg Vitamin D Age 50- 400 IU Age 50+ Up To 800 100% 2,000 IU Vitamin E 30 IU 100% 1,200 IU Vitamin K 80 mcg 25 mcg 30,000 mcg Calcium Age 50- 1,000 mg Age 50+ 500 mg 200 mg 2,500 mg Chloride 3,400 mg Not Applicable None Known Copper 2 mg 100% 9 mg Chromium 120 mcg 100% 1,000 mcg Fluride Males 18+  3.8 mg Feml 18+ 3.1 mg - 10 mg Iodine 150 mcg 100% 1,000 mcg Iron 18 mg Male 0-9 mg Feml 18 mg 65 mg Magnesium 400 mg 100 mg 700 mg Manganese 2 mg Not Applicable 10 mg Molybdenum 75 mcg Not Applicable 350 mcg Phosphorus 1,000 mg Not Applicable Age 70- 4,000 mg Age 70+ 3,000 mg Potassium 3,500 mg Not Applicable 4,500 mg Selenium 70 mcg 100% 200 mcg Zinc 15 mg 100% 30 mg

Although the above is generally accepted as the recommended daily values, everything can differ based on your unique circumstances. ALWAYS consult with your nutritionist before embarking on any vitamin program!

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