Should You Take Vitamins Every Day?

Healthy-looking hair, or healthy-looking skin, all starts from within.

Consistency Is Key For Supplements

In a perfect world, we'd all eat a wide variety of fruits and veggies every day. In reality, that's far from the truth. We all know eating well is important, but sometimes busy schedules get in the way.

If you feel your diet isn't giving you everything you need, many people use vitamins and supplements to help fill the gaps. But the question is, should you take vitamins every day, and how do you actually stick with it? Let’s find out in this article.

Why Is It Important To Take Vitamins?

The body's principal source of vitamins and minerals is a well-balanced diet. When you're low in certain nutrients, it can show up in different ways. Brittle hair and nails, shedding and a dry scalp can sometimes be signs of a vitamin deficiency, though they can have many other causes too. A doctor can check your levels with a simple blood test.

Vitamins play an essential role in converting food into energy, supporting the immune system, and many other everyday processes in the body. That's why it's worth making sure you're getting enough.

Why Consistency Matters

#1 Your Needs Change Over Time

As we get older, our bodies can absorb some nutrients less efficiently. Talk to your healthcare provider about whether your needs have changed and whether a supplement makes sense for you.

#2 Stress Takes A Toll

Your nervous system relies on adequate nutrients to function well. In one study, people who took a daily multivitamin reported feeling less stress. Managing stress and anxiety is good for your overall well-being.

#3 Your Immune System Needs Them

Vitamins A, C, D, and E all play a role in normal immune function.

#4 Diet Isn't Always Enough

Getting all of the nutrients we need from food alone can be difficult with a busy schedule, which is why many people use a daily supplement to help fill the gaps.

#5 Bones Need Vitamin D

Vitamin D is needed for your body to absorb calcium, and not everyone gets enough vitamin D from sunlight alone.

#6 Routine Is Everything

Whatever vitamins you take, they only fit into your life if you actually take them. That's why consistency is the part people struggle with most, and why we've put together some tips below.

If you're looking for a hair-focused supplement, our customers love making Goldie Locks® Hair Supplements part of their daily routine.

What Types Of Vitamins Should You Take Everyday?

These are some of the vitamins most often talked about in hair and skin care. The right ones for you depend on your diet and your needs, so check with your healthcare provider.

Vitamin A

You may already know that vitamin A is necessary for good vision. It also plays a role in cell growth throughout the body, including the skin.

Hair is one of the fastest-growing tissues in the human body, which is why nutrition matters for it. More isn't better with vitamin A, though, so stick to recommended amounts.

Vitamin B7

Vitamin B7, better known as biotin, is one of the most talked-about vitamins in hair care. It helps the body turn food into energy, and a biotin deficiency, though rare, can lead to hair thinning.

Biotin is one of several B vitamins involved in metabolism and other everyday processes. If you take biotin, let your doctor know before any blood work, since high doses can interfere with some lab tests.

Vitamin C

Vitamin C is an antioxidant, and your body needs it to make collagen, a protein found throughout the body.

Your body doesn't store vitamin C, so regular intake from fruits, vegetables or supplements matters.

Vitamin D

Vitamin D helps with calcium absorption and plays a role in healthy bones and nervous system function. Research suggests that vitamin D deficiency may be linked to hair loss.

If you're experiencing significant hair loss, ask your doctor to check your vitamin D levels.

Vitamin E

Vitamin E is a fat-soluble vitamin known for its antioxidant properties, and it plays a role in immune function.

It's a popular ingredient in hair care for that reason. Learn more in our post on vitamin E for hair.

Taking several separate vitamins every day can be a lot to keep track of, which is why many people prefer a single supplement. Our customers love Goldie Locks® Hair Supplements, which include biotin and vitamins A, C, D and E, among other ingredients.

How Can I remember To Take My Vitamins?

It is never easy to remember to work out, let alone take vitamins daily! So, here are a few tips that you can incorporate into your routine. They won’t interfere with your daily tasks and will help you stay consistent.

Use Phone And Online Calendar

Do you find yourself scrolling through Instagram randomly? Then use your phone to remind you to take your vitamins! You can set an alarm or online calendar. If you spend a lot of time working on your laptop or PC, you will also receive reminders in emails. Remember to add a note to your alarm so you know what the alarm is for.

Keep Them Easily Accessible

Wherever you go often, just keep your vitamins there. Keep your vitamins in a place that is easily accessible and in plain sight. If you travel often, keep them in your bag. If you work from home, keep them near your work desk.

Sticky Notes And Friends

Ask your friend, roommate, or family member to help remind you. If you are spending a lot of time at home, one of the best ways is to use sticky notes on the fridge, lamps, desks, etc. Also, they look CUTE.

Install An App

There is an app for everything these days so you can install one that suits your needs. Make sure to allow its notifications and set a different tune for its messages.

Begin A Subscription

Goldie Locks offers subscriptions where you can receive automatic refills for your supplements every month. Having your refill arrive before your current bottle runs out helps you never miss a dose. It will save you time and eliminates the possibility of forgetting to reorder your supplements.

Does It Matter What Time Of Day You Take Vitamins?

For most vitamins, no specific time is required. However, taking your supplements at the same time every day creates a routine that becomes difficult to break and helps you never miss a dose.

What you take them with can matter, though. There are 13 essential vitamins: 9 are water-soluble and 4 (A, D, E and K) are fat-soluble.

Water-soluble vitamins aren't stored in the body, so you need them regularly. Fat-soluble vitamins need some fat to be absorbed, so they're best taken with a meal. Always follow the directions on your supplement's label.