# Support Your Immune System: Multivitamin/Mineral

**By Paula Gallagher** · 2010-11-01

Even the most conscientious, healthy eaters may have a hard time getting all the vitamins and minerals required to prevent disease and illness. Eating right is the first line of defense against all bugs, but a [good multivitamin/mineral](http://www.myvillagegreen.com/p-28413-multi-two.aspx) can provide some assurance against nutrient deficient diseases like rickets and scurvy. Look for a multivitamin that contains at least 100% of the required daily allowance (RDA) for vitamins A, C, D, E and your B vitamins. Choose one that is iron-free unless you are pregnant, or have been tested for iron deficiency. Taking a multivitamin more than once per day can help keep water-soluble vitamins in your system longer. Look for one that is designed to take multiple times during the day. Take your multivitamin with meals and a full glass of water to ensure proper digestion. If you'd like some help picking out the right multi for you, give Village Green a call at 1-800-869-9159.

**Tags:** Category_Health Concerns, Category_Nutritional Supplements, immune system, multivitamin

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