Although many multivitamins contain calcium, it is only possible to include a token amount, much less than the required RDA. When calcium is consumed at the same time as other minerals such as iron and zinc, their absorption is inhibited (Hallberg et al. 1992, Wood et al. 1997).  To prevent these problems, The Restored Multivitamin contains no calcium so that you can get the full benefits of the minerals in the formulation. To meet body needs for calcium we recommend consuming calcium rich foods at a different time of day to the multivitamin.

References

Hallberg et al. Inhibition of haem-iron absorption in man by calcium.  British Journal of Nutrition. 69, 533-540. (1992).

Wood et al. High dietary calcium intakes reduce zinc absorption and balance in humans. Am J Clin Nutr. 65, 1803-1809 (1997).

Calcium and magnesium are two minerals that should be taken together to provide maximum synergy (Durlach 1989). The Restored Complete Multivitamin does not contain calcium so that the absorption of iron and zinc is not inhibited and the absence of magnesium is deliberate so that this can be taken with calcium for maximum synergy.

To provide 100% NRV of Magnesium, the capsule would need to be very large - you would need to take three tablets just for the magnesium alone. To get the right level of magnesium in your diet, we advise eating foods with high magnesium content, such as spinach.

If you would to supplement with a very high quality magnesium, we recommend having it at bed time because it aids quality sleep. Take a look at our sleep aid which contains our MagneRest® Magnesium blend that contributes to reduction of tiredness and fatigue.

Reference

Durlach. Recommended dietary amounts of magnesium: Mg RDA. Magnesium Research, 2(3), 195-203.

Our Optimal Daily Health Blend comprises of:

Vitamin D3 (1000% NRV)

One of the most common vitamin deficiencies in Northern Europeans is lack of vitamin D. Even though many multivitamin supplements contain vitamin D they frequently have significant shortcomings. Many contain vitamin D2, which is less effective at raising body vitamin stores than vitamin D3 (Trang et al. 1998). Other vitamin supplements though providing vitamin D3 at RDA levels actually provide too little to elevate body vitamin stores effectively. To ensure the Restored Complete Multivitamin provides health benefits from vitamin D it is present at 1000% of the NRV. This is consistent with the recommendations from the Institute of Medicine (Ross et al. 2011)

References

Trang et al. Evidence that vitamin D3 increases serum 25-hydroxyvitamin D more efficiently than does vitamin D2. American Journal Of Clinical Nutrition. 68(4):854-8 (1998)

Ross et al. The 2011 report on dietary reference intakes for calcium and vitamin D from the Institute of Medicine: what clinicians need to know. J Clin Endocrinol Metab. 96(1):53-8 (2011)

Copper (420% NRV)

When supplementing iron it is also important to supplement copper so that body iron and copper stores can be optimised (Arredondo et al. 2006). Our Complete Multivitamin includes higher levels of copper, to specifically compliment the iron present and provide beneficial antioxidant effects in red blood cells (Rock et al. 2000).

References

Arredondo et al. Inhibition of iron and copper uptake by iron, copper and zinc. Biol Res. 39; 95- 102 (2006)

Rock et al. The effect of copper supplementation on red blood cell oxidizability and plasma antioxidants in middle-aged healthy volunteers. Free Radic Biol Med;28(3):324-9 (2000).

Zinc (210% NRV)

When supplementing iron it is also important to supplement zinc so that body iron and zinc stores can be optimised (Arredondo et al. 2006). The Restored Optimal Multivitamin includes zinc at levels to specifically compliment the iron present (Jimena et al. 2002).

References

Arredondo et al. Inhibition of iron and copper uptake by iron, copper and zinc. Biol Res. 39; 95- 102 (2006)

Jimena et al. Fortification strategies to combat zinc and iron deficiency. Nutrition reviews Vol. 60, Issue 2, 52-58 (2002)

Vitamin C (125% NRV)

Modern living increases body requirements for vitamin C. Intensive farming and extended storage of fruit and vegetables reduce the vitamin C available from the diet. In contrast, airborne pollution increases the body’s requirements for vitamin C. These issues have become increasingly recognised in the US and as a consequence the Institute of Medicine recommend vitamin C intakes of 90mg per day for men, significantly higher than the recommendation in the UK (COMA 1991). The Restored Multivitamin contains vitamin C at a level consistent with the recommendations of the Institute of Medicine. 

References

Institute of Medicine. Dietary Reference Intakes for Vitamin C, Vitamin E, Selenium, and Carotenoids. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press (2000)

COMA. Dietary Reference Values for Food Energy and Nutrients for the United Kingdom. Report of the Panel on Dietary Reference Values, Committee on Medical Aspects of Food and Nutrition Policy. HMSO, London. (1991).

Iron (15% NRV)

Inadequate iron intake affects around 15% of the population, making iron supplementation extremely valuable (Lopez et al. 2015). Many multivitamins use poorly absorbed iron sources. This requires higher iron intakes to produce benefits, but come with significant risk of digestive side effects. To overcome these problems our optimal multivitamin contains iron glycinate, which is a vegan source of haem iron that is exceptionally well absorbed. This means that supplementing at NRV levels makes an effective contribution to body iron stores.

References

Lopez et al. Iron deficiency anaemia. The Lancet 387, Issue 10021, P907-916 (2016)

Arredondo et al. Inhibition of iron and copper uptake by iron, copper and zinc. Biol Res. 39; 95- 102 (2006)

Lutein

At present there is no scientific agreement on the NRV for Lutein, however it is clear that lutein supports both visual and cognitive function (Johnson 2014).

Reference

Johnson. Role of lutein and zeaxanthin in visual and cognitive function throughout lifespan. Nutrition Reviews. 72(9): 605-612 (2014)

Boron

At present there is no scientific agreement on the NRV for boron, however it is clear that boron supports bone health. The 6mg dose in our Multivitamin directly reflects human research, which led the authors to conclude “a significant favourable response to a 6mg/day daily boron supplement was obtained” (Newnham et al. 1994).

Reference

Newnham et al. Essentiality of boron for healthy bones and joints. Environmental Health Pespectives 102 (Suppl 7), 83-85 (1994).

Our Optimal Daily Health Blend provides 1000% NRV Vitamin D3, 420% NRV copper and 142% NRV Vitamin B6, and is safe to take every day.

Formulated based on the latest research rather than outdated government recommendations, our Complete Multivitamin provides all 13 vitamins that your body needs every day, plus key essential minerals.

Here are some of the relevant clinical studies:

Energy 

The Role of Vitamins and Minerals in Energy Metabolism and Well-Being

Vitamin B12, Folic Acid, and the Nervous System

The Revised D-A-CH-Reference Values for the Intake of Vitamin B12 : Prevention of Deficiency and Beyond

Skin 

The Roles of Vitamin C in Skin Health

Partners in Defense, Vitamin E and Vitamin C

Bones 

The High Prevalence of Inadequate Serum Vitamin D Levels and Implications for Bone Health

Vitamin K and Bone Health

Not Enough Vitamin D: Health Consequences for Canadians

Evidence That Vitamin D3 Increases Serum 25-hydroxyvitamin D More Efficiently Than Does Vitamin D2

Heart

A Review of the Biochemistry, Metabolism and Clinical Benefits of Thiamin(e) and Its Derivatives

Eyes

The Chemistry of Vitamin A and Vision

Scientists Link Nutrition & Eye Health

Zinc and the Eye

The Contribution of Vitamin A to Public Health

Brain

B Vitamins and the Brain: Mechanisms, Dose and Efficacy - A Review

Blood 

Iron Supplementation: Country Level Experiences and Lessons Learned

Nonhematological Benefits of Iron

The Effect of Copper Supplementation on Red Blood Cell Oxidizability and Plasma Antioxidants in Middle-aged Healthy Volunteers

Conversion of Vitamin B6 Compounds to Active Forms in the Red Blood Cell

Folic Acid Fortification Increases Red Blood Cell Folate Concentrations in the Framingham Study 

Response of Dietary Vitamin-B12 Deficiency to Physiological Oral Doses of Cyanocobalamin.

Immune System

Zinc and Immune Function: The Biological Basis of Altered Resistance to Infection

Selenium: An Essential Element for Immune Function

Immune-Enhancing Role of Vitamin C and Zinc and Effect on Clinical Conditions

Selected Vitamins and Trace Elements Support Immune Function by Strengthening Epithelial Barriers and Cellular and Humoral Immune Responses

Zinc Absorption by Young Adults from Supplemental Zinc Citrate Is Comparable with That from Zinc Gluconate and Higher than from Zinc Oxide

Ginger 

Ginger: An Overview of Health Benefits

Ginger: History and Use.

Gingerols and Shogaols: Important Nutraceutical Principles From Ginger

Turmeric 

Curcumin: A Review of Its’ Effects on Human Health

Traditional Indian Spices and Their Health Significance 

Lutein

Dietary Sources of Lutein and Zeaxanthin Carotenoids and Their Role in Eye Health

Promoting Eye and Skin Health Through Intake of the Natural Carotenoid Lutein

Boron 

Essentiality of Boron for Healthy Bones and Joints.

60 capsules per bottle for a 60 day supply.

The Restored Complete Multivitamin is compact and easy to swallow to help you get all the vitamins you need in a one-a-day dose. 

We recommend taking one tablet daily with water, and after food.

Do not exceed recommended daily dose.

Taking vitamin B2 or a multivitamin or B2-Complex containing vitamin B2 can result in yellow urine. This is because the chemical structure of vitamin B2 has a flavin-ring which gives it a yellow colour. When your body has more vitamin B2 than it needs the excess is excreted in the urine, turning it yellow. With The Restored Multivitamin we specifically use well absorbed forms of B-vitamins. We also include the right amounts to work with your body - so they are absorbed rather than making your kidneys work hard to excrete the excess. Pale urine shows the vitamin B2 in The Restored Multivitamin is being well absorbed by your body.

Yes! Our range of natural supplements have been designed to work synergistically together, providing you with your daily nutritional confidence.

However, when taking The Restored Complete Multivitamin alongside our Advanced Night-Time Nutrients, we recommend making sure you take the multivitamin in the morning, with food, rather than in the evening. This is because our Complete Multivitamin contains an extensive range of highly effective nutrients, several of which help reduce tiredness and fatigue, so taking it at night would reduce the effectiveness of the sleep aid.