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Supplement capsule containing various vitamins and minerals
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Multivitamin and mineral capsule (1 g) has 3 calories. That works out to 250 calories per 100 g. It contains 0.7 g of carbs, 0 g of protein, 0 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 1.2 g
3
KCAL / 1.2G
Carbs
0.7g
· 0% DV
Protein
0g
· 0% DV
Fat
0g
· 0% DV
Fiber
0g
· 0% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 100% · Protein 0% · Fat 0%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 3 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 0.12 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 0.7 g | 0% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 0 g | 0% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 1.2 g | 3 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 0.8 g | 2 kcal |
| 2 piece (large) | 2.4 g | 6 kcal |
| 7 piece (jumbo) | 8.4 g | 21 kcal |
| 1 pack (whole) | 36 g | 90 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 250 kcal |
Calculated from 250 calories per 100 g.
A multivitamin and mineral capsule supplies several vitamins and minerals in one supplement. It can help fill specific gaps in someone’s diet, but it does not replace a varied diet or guarantee extra energy or better health when nutrient levels are already adequate.
Yes, a multivitamin and mineral capsule can generally be taken daily if you follow the serving directions on its packaging. Avoid taking more than directed, and consider the amounts in other supplements so you do not unintentionally double up.
There is no universally best time to take a multivitamin and mineral capsule. Taking it at a consistent time, such as with breakfast, can make it easier to remember; follow the product’s instructions if they specify when to take it.
Taking a multivitamin and mineral capsule with food may reduce nausea or stomach discomfort for people who experience these effects. It is not always required, so follow the directions for your particular product and take it with a meal if that suits you better.
A multivitamin and mineral capsule can cause nausea, constipation, or other stomach discomfort in some people. Iron-containing formulas may darken stools. Taking more than directed can raise the risk of harm, particularly when the product contains fat-soluble vitamins or minerals.
Yes, a multivitamin and mineral capsule can interact with some medicines, and combining supplements may lead to excessive intake of certain nutrients. If you take regular medication or several supplements, ask a pharmacist or doctor to check whether they are suitable together.
Yes, a multivitamin and mineral capsule may turn urine bright yellow. Riboflavin, also known as vitamin B2, is often responsible because the body excretes excess amounts in urine; the color change by itself is usually harmless.
A multivitamin and mineral capsule can provide nutrients that support normal immune function, but it is not proven to prevent or cure infections. Taking extra vitamins is not guaranteed to improve immunity if your diet already supplies enough.
No, a multivitamin and mineral capsule does not directly cause weight gain. It is not an appetite stimulant, and taking one does not add enough energy to explain a meaningful change in body weight; changes in weight have other causes.
A multivitamin and mineral capsule has no single time frame for noticeable effects. Someone correcting a nutrient deficiency may notice changes as levels improve, while a person who already gets enough nutrients may feel no difference; it is not an instant energy booster.
Vitamins
Biotin
0.6µg · 2% DV
B2
0.02mg · 2% DV
B5
0.07mg · 1% DV
B12
0.03µg · 1% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.01mg · 1% DV
Iodine
1.8µg · 1% DV
Selenium
0.66µg · 1% DV
Zinc
0.12mg · 1% DV
Potassium ⭐
0.48mg · 0% DV
Sodium
0.12mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 3 calories in 1 piece (medium) (1.2 g):
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
A multivitamin and mineral capsule is a dietary supplement that combines a range of vitamins and minerals in a capsule. It is generally swallowed whole with water; the ingredients and directions can vary by product. The capsule itself usually has little flavour, though the contents may taste noticeable if it is opened.
It is convenient to take with breakfast or another meal, following the instructions on the label. The nutrition figures per 100 g may not say much about the small amount in a typical capsule. Check the product information to see whether it suits your needs, and treat it as a supplement rather than a substitute for a varied diet.
Very high
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Low
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
NOVA 3
Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
No known major allergens
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
✓ Suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0g
MONOUNSATURATED
0g
POLYUNSATURATED
0g
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.