Vegan Multivitamins

Multivitamin supplements contain various nutrients. Most of these are sourced from plants or synthetically made, but some, such as vitamin D, may be derived from animals. Manufacturers may use animal products to purify certain ingredients or use beef gelatin for capsules. 

The only way to ensure that a multivitamin is vegan is to check the product information and ingredients list. The best vegan multivitamins, such as Pure for Men Multivitamin Tablets, use only plant-based nutrients, fillers and tableting aids, ensuring that they're suitable for your dietary needs. 

Multivitamin supplements can help you meet most of your nutritional needs, but you may prefer to supplement specific vitamins and minerals. Some nutrients commonly lacking in vegan diets include hierro, vitamin B12, vitamin D and the omega-3 fatty acids. Taking these nutrients in supplemental form may help keep your body strong and healthy.

Vegetarian and vegan diets can also lack sufficient amounts of the amino acids creatine and taurine. Creatina helps fuel your muscles and may improve muscle growth after resistance exercise. Taurine supports your brain, heart and kidneys. Your body can make both of these essential nutrients, but it may not do so in amounts that ensure optimal health, especially if your protein intake is low.

Vegan diets include many vegetables, fruits and other plant-based foods that provide most vitamins and minerals you need. Certain nutrients, such as vitamin B12, are only found in sufficient concentration in animal-based foods, however, so a multivitamin supplement may help you avoid deficiency. Vegan multivitamins for women or men also often contain added antioxidants and other gender-specific ingredients that may have additional health benefits.

Another nutrient to consider is protein. Beans, legumes and other vegan foods are good protein sources but may not be enough to meet your needs if you're recovering from an injury or illness or if you regularly exercise or lift weights. Plant-based protein vegan multivitamin supplements may be beneficial in these situations as they help give your body more protein to maintain healthy muscles, skin, hair and nails. Protein is also necessary for your body to produce neurotransmitters, such as serotonin and dopamine, which help regulate your mood.