Vitamins are organic compounds that help our body to perform various metabolic functions. Almost 47% of people in Australia use some kind of dietary supplement of which vitamins and minerals are the most popular. Just like any other medicine, vitamin supplements are to be taken in moderate amounts as advised by health experts.

Vitamins play an important role in breaking down micronutrients like carbohydrates, proteins, and fats and help the body to function. Those who may need vitamin supplements are pregnant women or lactating mothers, alcohol drinkers, and elderly people. This is one of the reasons why more and more Australians are turning towards traditional herbal medicines and naturopathy. 

What is the needed daily dosage of Vitamins?

The recommended daily allowance (RDA) for vitamins and minerals is the average daily dosage that a person needs to maintain good health and prevent deficiencies. Health professionals recommend taking multivitamins at the dietary level instead of taking single nutrient supplements or high doses of multivitamins. There are different recommended dosages of vitamins and minerals for men and women. 

Mentioned below is a list of Vitamins with their everyday recommended dosage.

Vitamin A

The RDA of Vitamin A or retinol is 900 micrograms for men and 700 micrograms for women. It is found in dairy products and orange- or yellow-colored fruits and vegetables.

 Vitamin B

The RDA of Vitamin B3 (niacin or nicotinic acid) is 500 mg per day and for Vitamin B6 (pyridoxine) is 200 mg per day. Leafy green vegetables, whole grains, and animal proteins are rich sources of Vitamin B complex.

Vitamin C

This water-soluble vitamin contains antioxidants found in citrus fruits and vegetable and help in tissue growth. 90 mg is the RDA for men and for women it is 75 mg. 

Vitamin D

This is a fat-soluble vitamin that gets activated by ultraviolet rays. It is also found in fatty fish, cod liver oil, juices, milk, and cereals. The RDA for children is 15 micrograms (600 IU) and for elderly people, it is 70 micrograms (800 IU).

Vitamin E

This is an important vitamin for the proper functioning of organs and you should get 15 milligrams of Vitamin E every day. Rich sources are avocados, vegetable oils, spinach, whole grains, seeds, and nuts. 

Vitamin K

This vitamin is found in leafy green vegetables and is essential for blood clotting. It also keeps the bones healthy when combined with calcium. The RDA for men is 120 micrograms and for women is 90 micrograms.

While it is best to get your vitamins from eating a well-balanced diet, a good Vitamin supplement can help in supporting your immune system.

Where to find Australian Made Vitamins & Supplements

Fusion Health has a range of vitamins and supplements combined with traditional herbal ingredients. Their Australian made vitamins and supplements are a unique blend of ancient and modern medicine, that is driven by practices and philosophies underpinning traditional Chinese medicine, Western herbal medicine, Ayurvedic medicines, and naturopathy. 

When using vitamins and supplements, always read the label and follow the instructions for use.