7 Health Supplements Pinoy Parents Are Taking

Editor’s Note: This article is intended for information purposes only. It does not substitute a doctor. It is vital to always consult a medically trained professional for advice that suits your needs best.

There are thousands of health supplements available that you can buy online or over the counter. But how would you know which one you should buy for you and your family?

Before buying any health supplement, it is recommended that you seek the guidance of not just any doctor but a registered nutritionist and dietitian. This way, the supplement that you will be taking is appropriate for your lifestyle and nutrition needs.

We asked parents at the Smart Parenting Village, our private Facebook group, what health supplements are they taking and why. Here are their answers.

Health supplements real moms and dads are taking

Reading through over 100 comments, Smart Parenting Village parents are taking health supplements primarily for immunity against diseases and to boost their health. Among their considerations are, of course, value for money and quality.

For a strong and healthy body

Mommy Mary Ann recommends multivitamins + minerals + amino acids because it helps boost their health.

For better sleep

We cannot stress enough the importance of having a good and enough sleep. Some moms including Mommy Karen recommend multivitamins + iron, every night before going to bed, "Laking tulong rin sa insomnia ko."

Mommy Criss meanwhile says, she sleeps better after taking collagen. If you are breastfeeding, read this before taking collagen.

For lactation

Mommy Chin takes malunggay capsules to help boost her breastmilk. She complements it with multivitamins prescribed by her OB-Gyne.

Aside from supplements, having a strong support system is important for breastfeeding moms. Take it from this breastfeeding peer counselor.

For healing

Mommy Nadjla is taking a multivitamin that contains vitamin A, C, E, and Zinc, which helps promote hair and skin health, "Mabilis makagaling ng sugat. Prescribed by my OB."

Read here what the Smart Parenting editorial team voted as the Best Vitamin brand for moms.

For better gut health

Mommy Chandra shares that she and her kids are taking a probiotics supplement every day. Mommy Joanne does the same, "Probiotics rin kami for a healthy gut! Pati anak ko same kami ng drink. Pansin ko mas okay ung pag-poop naming mag-ina!"

For a stronger immune system

Mommy Trixie and her family meanwhile take vitamin C + Zinc, "Nahiyang ang family namin plus hindi ganun kamahal."

For liver care

Other supplements are made to support our vital organs. If you need nutritional support in managing a damaged liver due to chronic liver disease, liver cirrhosis, fatty liver, and intoxication by hepatotoxic substances, there are supplements for this.

As one mom points out, "Taking vitamins and supplements must be prescribed according to your health and lifestyle." It's best to consult a nutritionist on what supplements you should take because as one dad reminds parents, "Bawal mamatay!"

What health supplements are you taking and why? Join the conversation at the Smart Parenting Village here.