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Vitamins

NUTRIENTS

Nutrients at Viterna: vitamins, minerals, trace elements, fatty acids, amino acids and more, as capsules, drops or powders. Use the sections above to go straight to the right group, and read the guide below to learn what belongs where and what to look out for. Read the guide ↓
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Vitamin D, magnesium, omega-3: anyone shopping for food supplements is usually looking for one particular nutrient.

That is exactly what this section is for. Here you will find every nutrient in our range, sorted into groups: from vitamins and minerals to trace elements and fatty acids, through to amino acids, enzymes, bacterial cultures, plant compounds and functional mushrooms.

Further down we introduce each group briefly, explain which statements the EU allows for them and share a few tips for choosing.

Hands placing food supplements on a wooden table: Optiolex Magnesium 7 Komplex, Optiolex Omega-3, Espara Vitamin D3-K2 and Robert Franz Zink Tropfen, with a small dish of capsules in front
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The nutrient groups at a glance

Each group has its own page above. The link in each tile takes you straight there.

Vitamins
Vitamin D3 and K2, vitamin C, B12 and B complexes, as capsules, drops or powders. To the vitamins
Minerals & bases
Magnesium in many forms, calcium, potassium and alkaline powders. To the minerals
Trace elements
Zinc, selenium, iron, iodine, copper and chromium, substances the body needs only in small amounts. To the trace elements
Fatty acids
Omega-3 from fish or algae oil, plus black seed oil and borage oil. To the fatty acids
Amino acids
Single amino acids such as L-lysine or L-arginine and blends of essential amino acids. To the amino acids
Enzymes
Enzyme complexes, for example from papaya and pineapple. To the enzymes
Bacterial cultures
Lactic acid bacteria in capsules and fermented drinks. To the category
Plant compounds
Plant extracts such as OPC from grape seeds, turmeric, frankincense or chlorella. To the plant compounds
Functional mushrooms
Reishi, cordyceps, lion's mane and other mushrooms as powders or extracts. To the mushrooms

What the EU allows to be said about nutrients

The EU decides which health statement may appear on the pack of a nutrient. Only assessed statements are permitted, and their exact wording is set out in a list in EU Regulation 432/2012.

Such statements exist for vitamins, minerals, trace elements and some fatty acids.

In short
  • Authorised statement: assessed by the EU, fixed wording
  • Applies to each product: the amount per daily serving has to match
Vitamin D
Vitamin D contributes to the maintenance of normal bones.
Magnesium
Magnesium contributes to the reduction of tiredness and fatigue.
Zinc
Zinc contributes to the normal function of the immune system.
DHA and EPA (omega-3)
DHA and EPA contribute to the normal function of the heart. This requires a daily intake of 250 mg of EPA and DHA.
Amino acids, enzymes, bacterial cultures, plant compounds and functional mushrooms. For these groups we describe content, origin and traditional use.

What to look out for when choosing

Amount per daily serving: Every product page shows how much of each nutrient the recommended daily serving contains, often also as a percentage of the reference value.
Several products: If you combine products, add up the amounts. EFSA has set tolerable upper intake levels for vitamin D, vitamin A, zinc, selenium and iron.
Form to suit you: Capsules are handy on the go, while drops and powders are easier to dose and mix well into drinks.
Read the ingredients: Capsule shell, additives and allergens are listed for every product. Whether a product is vegan is shown by its labelling.

Many products are available from several brands, such as Optiolex from Styria, Espara, Paracel or Robert Franz. Use "Filter and sort" above the products to narrow the choice by brand. Reduced nutrients are collected under % Offers, the most popular ones under Bestsellers.

Frequently asked questions

What counts as a nutrient at Viterna?+
Vitamins, minerals, trace elements, fatty acids, amino acids, enzymes, bacterial cultures, plant compounds and functional mushrooms. Each group has its own page.
Do food supplements replace a balanced diet?+
No. A varied diet is the foundation. Food supplements can complement it, but not replace it.
Capsules, drops or powder: which is better?+
It is mostly a matter of preference. Capsules are convenient, drops and powders can be dosed finely. What matters is the amount per daily serving, shown on every product page.
Can I combine several products?+
Yes, just add up the amounts of each nutrient. For vitamin D, vitamin A, zinc, selenium and iron there are EFSA upper intake levels worth keeping in mind.
Can I get advice before buying?+
Yes, we are happy to help if needed, by email at office@viterna.at.
Summary
  • Here you will find all nutrients at Viterna, sorted into nine groups.
  • Authorised statements exist for vitamins, minerals, trace elements and some fatty acids.
  • What matters is the amount per daily serving, not the form.
  • Shipped from Eibiswald in Styria.
Note: Food supplements are not a substitute for a varied and balanced diet and a healthy lifestyle. Do not exceed the recommended daily dose. Keep out of the reach of young children.