I have a question about Veganism.?

Question

What would be the best multi vitamin for me to take?

and how much iron and b12 should i be taking daily?

how much protien?

Answer 1

I don't take vitamins, but I do eat 2 servings of fortified breakfast cereal everyday.  With each serving I add one 8 oz. serving of soy milk.  (That's just part of my day's food BTW)  It's a great way to start your day especially with some fruit.  It also makes a good filling bedtime snack.

That takes care of my calcium, vitamin D, iron, B6, B12, folic acid, and a bunch of other things I can't remember.  You can check though next time you are in the cereal isle.  You have ot be careful though because some cereal contains milk.

I don't take any supplements at all and I am perfectly healthy.  Generally vegans don't need to take supplements.  A good, varied diet will allow you to be healthy without taking pills.

Good luck and take care.

Answer 2

I have my own views on it - but really think it best to go to someone that can test and see what it is that you actually need - or if you need to take any sort of suppliments.

That means that you should make an appointment with a doctor and get tested.

Spending un-needed monies on vitamins that you very well don't even need is more expensive in the long run that just going to the doctor and getting tested.

Answer 3

To figure out how much protein you need, multiply your weight in pounds by 0.36.  The result is a good estimate of mow many grams you need, but it has a margin of error built in (so you can get by with less.)  Unless you're pregnant, lactating or bodybuilding you don't need any more than that.

I take Deva brand multi.  It's got some iron and some B12 and I don't take more of either.  It's not a great idea to take supplemental iron unless you have symptoms of iron deficiency or your doctor has diagnosed you as iron deficient; too much can be highly toxic.  

Your main focus should be on getting your nutrients from food.  "Becoming Vegan" by Brenda Davis and Vesanto Melina is a great resource.  I take a multi because my diet is good, but it sure isn't perfect every day.