Let’s be honest—when most people think about supplements, they jump straight to protein powders, pre-workouts, or fat burners.
But one of the most important—and most overlooked—supplements for your overall health and performance is a good multivitamin.
The Foundation of Better Health
Multivitamins are the backbone of foundational health. They supply your body with micronutrients—vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants—that power everything happening at the cellular level.
That includes things like:
• Boosting your immune system
• Supporting hormone production
• Helping your body turn food into usable energy
• Keeping your bones strong
• Fueling fat loss and muscle-building goals
Without adequate micronutrients, your body simply can’t perform the way it’s supposed to.
But … Don’t We Get These From Food?
Ideally, yes ... but in reality, most of us don’t. Even with the best intentions, it’s incredibly difficult to get all of the essential nutrients you need from food alone.
Our food supply just doesn’t contain the same nutrient density it once did due to modern farming, food processing, and limited variety in the average person’s diet.
In fact, research shows that many people are chronically low in key nutrients like:
• Vitamin D
• Vitamin B12
• Magnesium
• Iron
• Calcium
• Zinc
• Omega-3s
Even something as simple as not eating enough fruits and vegetables can seriously limit your intake of vital vitamins and antioxidants.
Only about 1 in 10 adults eat the recommended daily servings ... and even fewer eat enough variety to cover all the bases.
A Multivitamin Is Your Daily “Nutrient Safety Net”
That’s where a multivitamin comes in. It acts like a daily insurance policy for your body—filling in the nutritional gaps that your diet may leave behind.
Whether you're working toward fitness goals or just trying to stay healthy, a multivitamin supports every major system in your body and helps you feel your best from the inside out.
Some of the vitamins and minerals in your multi are considered essential, which means your body can’t make them on its own.
You have to get them from food or supplementation. So, if you’re not supplementing ... you could be missing something critical—without even realizing it.
Not All Multivitamins Are Created Equal
Here’s where it gets even more important: quality matters.
A huge mistake people make is assuming all multivitamins are the same. But the truth is, how the multivitamin is made can dramatically impact how well it works.
There are four main forms of multivitamins:
- Hard-Pressed Tablets
- Gummy
- Liquid or Gel Capsules
- Powders
Hard-pressed tablets go through heavy processing—heat, pressure, and harsh binding techniques—that can damage the delicate nutrients inside.
Not only are they harder for your body to absorb, but in some cases, they don’t break down at all and pass right through your system undigested. That’s money (and health benefits) down the drain.
On the flip side, gel caps and powders are much gentler on the ingredients during manufacturing.
This preserves the potency and bioavailability of the nutrients, which means your body absorbs and uses them more effectively.
Try this: shake a bottle of hard tablets and then shake a bottle of gel caps. You’ll hear the difference ... and your body will feel it too.
Choosing the Right Multivitamin for You
Multivitamins come in a few different styles, and which one you choose depends on your goals and lifestyle:
✅ Daily Multivitamin
These are often 1–4 pill servings per day and provide a solid foundation of vitamins and minerals. Sometimes offering extra additions for hair/skin/nail health, male or female hormone balancing, etc.
✅ Multivitamin Packs
These are like the deluxe version—a full spectrum of vitamins, minerals, and extra health boosters like:
• Probiotics
• Digestive enzymes
• Antioxidants like CoQ10 or glutathione
• Omega-3s
• Electrolytes
These packs are great for those who want to simplify their routine and get multiple wellness benefits in one convenient daily packet.
What About Daily Value Percentages?
On multivitamin labels, you’ll see percentages listed next to each nutrient ... this is the “% Daily Value,” or how much of that nutrient you’re getting based on average needs.
It’s totally fine if a nutrient is listed above or below 100%; everyone’s body is different, and your individual needs may vary depending on diet, age, activity level, and more.
Bottom Line: You Need a Multi-Vitamin That Works for You
Whether you're a weekend warrior, a parent chasing kids around, or just want to stay ahead of health issues, a multivitamin helps cover the nutritional gaps and supports your entire body—from the inside out.
Come visit us at Supplement Superstores—we’ll help you find the perfect multivitamin for your goals, body, and budget.
Our team of fitness nutrition specialists is trained to walk you through the options, explain the differences, and make sure you leave with something that fits your lifestyle and actually works.
*This article was written by Andrew Lynn, who has a Bachelor's of Science in Nutrition and Dietetics. He is also a NASM Certified Personal Trainer and NASM Certified Fitness Nutrition Specialist.