This included more than 63,000 adults over the age of 20 who reported their supplement usage.<\/p>\n
AGING COULD SLOW DOWN WITH ONE COMMON DAILY HABIT: ‘LIVE LONGER AND BETTER’<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n When tracking patterns over time, the analysis revealed that overall supplement use increased from 51% of U.S. adults to 60%. The largest rise \u2013 from 62% to 78% \u2013 was identified in adults 65 and older<\/a>.<\/p>\n Supplement use was found to be more common in women, people with a higher income or education, and those with insurance.<\/p>\n Supplement use was found to be more common in women, people with a higher income or education, and those with insurance. (iStock)<\/p>\n During the same period, multivitamin use decreased from 35% to 31%, while intake of vitamins and minerals outside of multivitamins increased.<\/p>\n Some of the largest increases in intake were seen in vitamin D<\/a>, zinc, magnesium, vitamin B12 and turmeric. Other emerging supplements include ashwagandha, elderberry, collagen, hyaluronic acid, probiotics and prebiotics, according to the research.<\/p>\n ‘WILD WEST’ PEPTIDE CRAZE SURGES BEYOND GLP-1S AS FDA FACES PRESSURE TO EASE ACCESS<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n The later post-pandemic period saw an influx of immune support-based products, like zinc and vitamin D (outside of multivitamins).<\/p>\n The rise in supplement use aligns with the longevity movement<\/a>, as more people seek products tailored to specific health goals, such as immune support, inflammation, gut health, skin health and joint health.<\/p>\n The study only shows that people are taking more supplements, but does not prove that they’re effective for these uses, the researchers noted.<\/p>\n Those on a GLP-1 medication should factor in a multivitamin to counteract the risk of nutrient gaps or deficiencies, an expert recommended. (iStock)<\/p>\n In an interview with Fox News Digital, Los Angeles-based registered dietitian nutritionist Ilana Muhlstein gave her take on the emerging supplement movement.<\/p>\n “I love that people are getting more educated and more intentional \u2013 I just wish they were being advised by more doctors and dietitians and less by \u2018wellness<\/a> influencers\u2019 who are likely not doing the due diligence on the quality and efficacy of the supplements they\u2019re promoting,” she said.<\/p>\n CLICK HERE FOR MORE HEALTH STORIES<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n Muhlstein expressed concern that all-in-one-multivitamin use has “slipped,” despite the rise in GLP-1 weight-loss<\/a> medications.<\/p>\n “A multivitamin is where I think people should start as the foundation to help bridge nutrient gaps, especially for people on a GLP-1 who are eating about 15% to 30% less, and therefore likely consuming 15% to 30% less vitamins and minerals,” she said. “I recommend that everyone on a GLP-1 medication [should] take a multivitamin daily.”<\/p>\n CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR OUR HEALTH NEWSLETTER<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n A daily probiotic, magnesium and vitamin D3 are also “smart for many of us,” the nutritionist added. She also recommends elderberry as an effective supplement for boosting the immune system when fighting a cold<\/a>.<\/p>\n A nutrition expert cautioned against taking supplements that have not gone through third-party testing for safety and quality. (iStock)<\/p>\n Collagen<\/a> has also been shown to benefit the skin and joints, which Muhlstein said is “worth considering as we get older.”<\/p>\n CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD THE FOX NEWS APP<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n “My real concern is the unregulated market,” she cautioned. “I can\u2019t tell you how many calls I\u2019ve received over the years of people pitching me new supplements … because the margins are high and the market is huge.”<\/p>\n “That\u2019s why I\u2019m extremely picky about what I take<\/a> and what I recommend to my family and clients.”<\/p>\n![\"Woman](\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/woman-holding-vitamin-bottle.jpg\")
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