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Our favourite multivitamins for women

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Written byJodi M Johnson

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Looking for the perfect multivit? We’ve rounded up our best multivitamins for women, packed with the things you need to support energy, immunity and overall wellbeing

Our top picks

Formulated for women 50+

Vitabiotics Wellwoman 50+ 30 Tablets
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Vitabiotics

Vitabiotics Wellwoman 50+ 30 Tablets

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£10.49

Beauty-supporting biotin and zinc

Starpowa Hair, Skin and Nail 60 Gummies
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Starpowa Hair, Skin and Nail 60 Gummies

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When it comes to vitamins, multivitamins are seen as the holy grail, helping you get some of the essential nutrients your body needs.

In an ideal world, we’d all get these from our diet. But women and AFAB folk in particular can have specific nutritional needs that vary based on age, health goals and lifestyle. Think iron support around heavy periods, extra calcium post-menopause or folic acid for pre-conception and during pregnancy.

With so many options out there, choosing the right supplement can feel overwhelming. So let’s break down the benefits and how they could support you…

What vitamins do women need?

Our nutritional needs vary at different life stages, including during puberty, pregnancy and menopause. Let’s take a look at some of the vitamins and minerals women shouldn’t go without.

Vitamin D

Vitamin D is essential for bone health because it helps your body absorb calcium.1 Women, especially those over 50, need sufficient vitamin D to help protect against osteoporosis, maintain bone strength and prevent fractures.2,3

Beyond bone health, vitamin D helps support your immune system.1 The NHS recommend all adults, including pregnant and breastfeeding women, need 10µg of vitamin D daily.4
 

Calcium

Calcium is another key player in bone health. It works with vitamin D to reduce the loss of bone mineral in postmenopausal women. It’s also essential for strong teeth, muscle function, nerve signalling and normal blood clotting.1,5

Women aged 19–64 should aim for 700mg of calcium per day, and those who are breastfeeding need 1,250mg daily.6,7

People with conditions such as osteoporosis and coeliac disease may also need more calcium – sometimes up to 1,000mg per day. Though if you have these conditions, it’s best to check with your doctor how much you need.1,8
 

Iron

Iron is crucial for producing haemoglobin, which carries oxygen in your blood.1 Women of reproductive age need more iron due to menstruation. A lack of iron can lead to iron deficiency anaemia, causing tiredness, low energy and paler skin.9

Adequate iron levels can help prevent anaemia, support normal cognitive function and reduce tiredness and fatigue, which is vital for an active lifestyle.1,10

Women aged 19–49 need 14.8mg of iron daily, while those 50 and over need 8.7mg. If you experience heavy periods, you may be at higher risk of anaemia and wish to consider iron supplements. Speak to your doctor if you think you have anaemia as you may require a specific prescribed dose of iron.11
 

Folic acid

You may have heard of folic acid or folate as being used interchangeably. In fact they are slightly different, folate is found naturally in many foods such as spinach and kale, whereas folic acid is the man-made version often found in supplements.12

Both are particularly important during pregnancy and taken pre-conception (at least three months before you try to get pregnant) to prevent neural tube defects, such as spina bifida, and support healthy baby development.12 Folate also supports cell division, red blood cell formation and brain health throughout life.1,13

Eating a healthy balanced diet should give most people the amount of folate they require. However, since it cannot be stored in the body for long you would have to eat these foods regularly, which some people may struggle with.

Most women need 200µg of folic acid daily, but if you’re considering becoming pregnant, you may want to increase it with a 400µg supplement daily.12 Women at a higher risk of folic acid deficiency may need more than this daily, as recommended by their GP.14
 
Vitabiotics Wellwoman 50+ 30 Tablets

Formulated for women 50+

Vitabiotics

£10.49

£0.35/1 Tablet

Add some fabulous to your 50's...

Say hello to feeling fabulous at 50 and beyond. Formulated to support the unique nutritional needs of women over 50, Vitabiotics offers a smart blend of 26 vitamins, minerals and plant-based goodies.

From zinc and vitamin C to B6 and B12, it’s all in there to help support your health and vitality from your head to your toes.

Take just one tablet each day and swallow with water or a cold drink. We recommend that you take these tablets on a full stomach.

Wellwoman 50+ is free from yeast, lactose and gluten.
 
Starpowa Meno Balance 60 Gummies

With B6 to support hormones

Starpowa

£39.99

£0.67/1 Chewable

Support your body with these Meno Balance gummies…

Meet your new menopause sidekick – Starpowa Meno Balance Gummies – a gentle, delicious way to support your body through your menopause journey. With a juicy and soothing blackcurrant flavour, these gummies are as tasty as they are supportive and are made to help you feel more like you again.

Packed with a powerful and thoughtful blend of ingredients such as organic kelp, sage leaf, soya isoflavones and a line-up of essential vitamins and minerals.

Vitamin B6 helps to keep your hormones in check, iodine supports your thyroid and vitamin B12 is here to give you that much-needed energy support.

These gummies are a daily ritual for balance and wellbeing. With just two per day you’ll be on your way to working on supporting hormonal balance and your energy, ready to take on the day.

And if you're interested, check out more of our favourite products to help support you during menopause.
 
Starpowa Hair, Skin and Nail 60 Gummies

Beauty-supporting biotin and zinc

Starpowa

£39.99

£0.67/1 Chewable

Give a little extra care to your hair, skin and nails…

Your hair, skin and nails say a lot about how you're feeling – and with a little extra care, you can keep them looking their best. That’s where these fruity little gems come in.

Bursting with vitamins and minerals like biotin, zinc and vitamin C, they are designed to help you nourish your natural glow.

Biotin helps support healthy hair and skin, zinc keeps nails strong and skin happy, and vitamin C helps your body produce collagen (the stuff that keeps skin looking fresh and firm).

And the best part? They taste amazing – more like a sweet treat than a supplement. No tablets, no fuss. Just pop two gummies a day, whenever it works for you. Whether you’re juggling work, workouts or brunch plans, they slip right into your routine.

Oh – and yes, they’re vegan and gelatine-free. So you can feel and look good, without lifting more than a finger (to grab your next gummy).
 

The final say

Have you found your daily dose of you’ve got this?

Whether you're powering through your 20s, embracing your 50s or rocking every age in between, the right multivitamin can be a small-but-mighty step towards feeling good everyday.

Head over to our must-have products from female-owned brands for some goodies that are making a difference.

Disclaimer

This article provides informational advice and is not a substitute for medical care. Curated by experts for accuracy, we take great care to ensure the information is up-to-date and relevant. However, you should always consult your GP or healthcare professional before using supplements or alternative products, particularly if you have medical conditions or are under supervision.

Centrum
*Centrum women contains biotin and zinc to help maintain normal hair and skin, selenium to support normal, healthy-looking nails, vitamin B12 to support normal energy yielding metabolism and vitamin D to help support normal function of the immune system and to help support normal strong bones.
 

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