Every Day BasicVitals

Based on recent data and insights
Every Day Basic is a carefully designed multivitamin intended for young people who are healthy and live healthily, as a foundational supplement to their diet. In its composition – as with all multis in the Every Day series – well-absorbed substances and compound forms have been chosen, and in responsible, balanced dosages. Each nutrient takes into account the average intake of youths and young adults, considering the estimated daily needs to support or promote optimal health. This has been done using very recent data and the latest insights.

What makes Every Day Basic special
Every Day Basic contains responsible amounts of B vitamins. Consideration has also been given to the body's ability to absorb and convert the various B vitamins, as well as the latest scientific insights. The biologically active (co-enzyme) forms of vitamin B2 (riboflavin-5’-phosphate), B6 (pyridoxal-5’-phosphate), B12 (methyl- and adenosylcobalamin) and folic acid (5-methyltetrahydrofolate glucosamine salt) are used. These are the forms as used by the body, and research shows that these have a higher bioavailability.

European government bodies have established that the level for adequate intake of vitamin D from food is 15 mcg. In the Netherlands, they are still cautious and indicate that 10 mcg is sufficient. However, Vitals assumes that higher dosages are desirable. Therefore, Every Day Basic contains a generous dosage of 20 mcg per tablet. Moreover, the source of this vitamin D3 is plant-based (Vitamin D3V®), and does not come from sheep's wool fat.

The formula also contains 30 mcg of vitamin K1 and 60 mcg of vitamin K2. Vitamin K1 is mainly absorbed by the liver, while vitamin K2 is distributed much more across the body tissues. Vitamin K2 has a much higher bioavailability and is more effective in achieving an optimal vitamin K status. Vitamin K is important for the blood clotting function, but particularly vitamin K2 is important for activating specific vitamin K-dependent enzymes that ensure calcium ends up in the right place, in the bones.

Vitamin K2 is, by the way, a sensitive substance. Especially in combination with calcium and/or magnesium, the content of this vitamin in a tablet or capsule decreases rapidly. Vitals uses a high-quality K2 ingredient (K2Vital® Delta), which is even stable in a formula with many of these minerals. A patented microencapsulation process is used, whereby the fat-soluble K2 particles are protected with two layers against air, light, and interaction with other ingredients. This way, it is guaranteed that the K2 content in Vitals' products remains stable.

A special feature of this multi is that it contains relatively high dosages of calcium and magnesium. And the source of these minerals is also special: they are from the brand Aquamin® and come from the sea. The magnesium (Aquamin Magnesium) is obtained from the seawater of the Irish Sea, and the calcium (Aquamin Calcium) comes from a red algae called Lithothamnium calcareum. This species of algae absorbs minerals and trace elements from the sea and stores them. This magnesium and calcium also naturally contain small amounts of more than 70 trace elements.

For the minerals iron, zinc, copper, and manganese, amino acid chelates (bisglycinates) were chosen. Here, each mineral particle is powerfully bound (chelated) to two molecules of the amino acid glycine. Minerals in this compound form reach the small intestine well and are very well absorbed. 

Permitted health claims:

• vitamin B1, B2, B3, B5, B6, B12, biotin, vitamin C, calcium, magnesium, iron, iodine, copper, and manganese support energy levels
• vitamin B2, B3, B5, B6, B12, folate, vitamin C, magnesium, and iron can help with fatigue
• vitamin A, B6, B12, folate, vitamin C, D, iron, copper, selenium, and zinc have a positive influence on the immune system
• vitamin B2, C, E, copper, manganese, selenium, and zinc protect cells against oxidative damage
• vitamin B1, B2, B3, B6, B12, biotin, vitamin C, calcium, magnesium, iodine, and copper support the nervous system
• iron, iodine, and zinc contribute to normal cognitive function
• vitamin B1, B3, B6, B12, biotin, folate, vitamin C, and magnesium support mental functions (such as concentration and memory) and mood
• vitamin B5 and folate contribute to resistance to stress
• vitamin A, B2, and zinc are good for vision
• vitamin C, D, K, calcium, manganese, and zinc are good for bones
• vitamin K contributes to the absorption of calcium in the bones
• vitamin K is necessary for the normal course of blood clotting
• vitamin C, D, and calcium are good for the condition of teeth
• biotin, selenium, and zinc are good for the condition of hair
• copper contributes to normal pigmentation of the skin and hair
• vitamin A, B2, B3, C, biotin, iodine, and zinc are good for the condition of the skin
• selenium and zinc are good for the condition of nails
• iodine and selenium support normal thyroid function
• vitamin D, calcium, and magnesium support muscle function
• vitamin B1 contributes to the normal functioning of the heart
• calcium and magnesium play a role in the production of cells and tissues
• calcium supports maintaining healthy digestion
• magnesium helps build proteins in the body
• magnesium contributes to a good electrolyte balance

Ingredients:

* RI = reference intake

Quatrefolic® is a patented product and a registered trademark of Gnosis.
VitaCholine® is a registered trademark of Balchem Corporation.
Vitamin D3V® is a registered trademark of ProTecNutra Ltd.
K2VITAL®DELTA is a registered trademark of Kappa Bioscience.
Aquamin® is a registered trademark of Marigot Ltd.
Ferrochel® and TRAACS® (The Real Amino Acid Chelate System) are registered trademarks of Albion Minerals.

Ingredients:
Minerals, vitamins, bulking agent (microcrystalline cellulose), choline bitartrate, binders (rapeseed oil, hydroxypropylcellulose), anti-caking agents (calcium stearate, silicon dioxide), glazing agents (hydroxypropylmethylcellulose, glycerol, hydroxypropylcellulose), Dunaliella salina.

Contains no:
Gluten, lactose, soy, GMOs, preservatives, and synthetic fragrances, colours, and flavours. Suitable for vegetarians and vegans.

Take 1 tablet daily with a meal with water or as advised. Adhere to the recommended dosage. This food supplement is not suitable for children under 1 year (legally required statement for products up to 3 mg of vitamin B6 and with more than 15 mcg of vitamin D).

Note:
The vitamin K in this product makes it unsuitable for simultaneous use with coumarin derivatives (anticoagulants such as acenocoumarol and phenprocoumon). These medicines are also known as vitamin K antagonists and their effectiveness is reduced by intake of vitamin K from food and supplements.