Look for food-based multivitamins.  These are derived from wholesome fruits and vegetables and are the most effectively absorbed type of multivitamin. This means you reap the full benefits of each dose.

Think twice about adding a mineral supplement to your diet unless you find that you have an actual deficiency in that mineral.  Oftentimes, mineral supplements in tablet or capsule form have unpleasant side effects.  However other dosage forms can be absorbed through the skin as part of bathing and aren't known to cause side effects.  Mineral supplements may interfere with other nutrient levels in your body so verify the correct dosage with your doctor.

Multivitamin and mineral supplements may be effective, but sometimes contain many times the recommended daily allowance of what the body actually needs.  Any excess nutrients are discarded and unused by your body. Why put more things in your body that you won't actually use?

Remember, the best and most effective way for your body to absorb nutrients, vitamins and minerals is through your regular diet.  I suggest you learn more about foods rich in minerals . Finally, ask yourself, are minerals supplements such as magnesium right for you?