Women's Vitamins: Overview A women's vitamin is a dietary
supplement specially intended for women that provides one or
more necessary vitamins, minerals or other nutrients. A healthy
diet based on whole grains, fruits, vegetables, healthy fats,
etc. should provide adequate amounts of nutrients for most
women. However, many factors can affect proper nutrition, such
as strict vegetarianism, the use of certain medications, and
some illnesses. It has also become increasingly difficult to
obtain proper nutrition while living a modern lifestyle. With
such health hazards as stress, pollution, and poor or erratic
diet, women today are often deficient in many key vitamins and
nutrients. Women's vitamins, while not a complete solution, may
help fight deficiencies and help improve health for women with
inadequate nutrition. Adequate consumption of calcium (1000-1200
mg per day, and up to 1500 mg in post menopausal women) is very
important for women in order to avoid osteoporosis. Younger
women may require more iron, and