The sugary treat gummy vitamins – are they really healthy?
The gummy vitamins were marketed as a sweet treat for children who are fussy eaters. But now-a-days most adults take them. The gummy vitamin industry is growing drastically in the recent years and not only vitamins and minerals are used to formulate gummies but even Ayurveda herbs are being used. Gummies have become popular as they are tasty way of getting your daily dose of vitamins. Gummies are a great alternative for children and people who have difficulty ingesting traditional tablets / capsules or have palatability issues. They are expected to fill in nutritional gaps as they are loaded with vitamins, minerals and Ayurveda herbs. But are they really doing it? Let’s look into some facts. Some gummies are made from artificial sweeteners and if you are thinking they are better than sugar, then its time you understand that they promote metabolic dysfunction. It might be difficult to spot added sugar on the label as it can be listed under number of names...