Nutritional supplements can provide people with a number of potential health-supportive benefits, including bone, joint, cardiovascular and mental health. However, many people are confused about which supplements will provide the health-supportive benefits they are seeking. Listed below are some of the most popular nutritional supplements and some of the health benefits they can offer.


Vitamin C has been heavily researched for its role in a long list of functions in the body. Research shows that vitamin C:

• Supports a healthy cardiovascular system.
• Maintains a healthy upper respiratory tract and promotes the production of healthy immune-system cells.
• Supports esophagus, oral cavity, stomach, pancreas, rectum, and breast health.

Vitamin E is a powerful fat-soluble antioxidant. Research shows that some of the potential health benefits associated with vitamin E include:

• Supports cardiovascular health.
• Increases immune-system function.
• Supports joint health and joint mobility.
• Maintains mental function.
• Supports prostate health.

It is essential that people get adequate amounts of calcium throughout their lives to achieve peak bone mass and prevent calcium deficiency-related bone loss. Research shows that some of the potential health benefits associated with calcium include:

• Supports bone health.
• Maintains a healthy colon.
• Supports a healthy heart and maintains already healthy blood pressure levels.
• Decreases PMS symptoms.

This nutrient is essential for the proper function of every cell in the body. CoQ10 is a powerful antioxidant as well as an important component in the production of energy. Research shows that some of the potential health benefits associated with CoQ10 include:

• Supports a healthy cardiovascular system.
• Maintains nervous system function.

People who follow a typical western diet are likely to be getting less-than-optimal amounts of the omega-3 fatty acids EPA and DHA, which are found in fish oil. Research shows that some of the potential health benefits associated with fish oil include:

• Supports a healthy heart and helps maintain already healthy cholesterol and blood pressure levels.
• Supports joint health and flexibility.
• Supports healthy mental function and has mood-stabilizing effects.
• Supports healthy skin.

Glucosamine sulfate is an important component of joint cartilage. Some of the potential health benefits associated with glucosamine sulfate include:

• Reduces joint stiffness associated with aging and common over-exertion and increases joint flexibility.

Multivitamins provide people with a number of essential nutrients. They provide a convenient way for people to take a variety of supplemental nutrients in a single product. This allows them to prevent vitamin or mineral deficiencies, and to achieve higher intakes of nutrients thought to be of benefit when taken above normal dietary levels. Some of the potential health benefits associated with multivitamins include:

• Supports overall health.
• Maintains cardiovascular health.