Inside the Growing Wellness Habit of Adults Over 50
A growing number of older adults are starting their mornings with a small collection of capsules lined neatly beside breakfast. Calcium for the bones. Vitamin D for energy. Herbal mixtures for memory. Multivitamins for “general wellness.”
The modern supplement routine has become almost as common as morning tea.
But health experts say many people are taking dietary supplements without fully understanding what is actually inside them — or whether they need them at all.
Why More Adults Are Turning to Supplements
As people age, nutritional needs change. The body may absorb certain vitamins less efficiently, appetite can decline, and medical conditions may affect how nutrients are processed.
That is why supplements such as calcium, vitamin D, vitamin B12, and vitamin B6 are often...