The Lavitan Senior is a supplement of vitamins and minerals, indicated for men and women over 50, presented as dragees with 60 units, and can be bought in pharmacies for a price between 19 and 50 reais.
This product has in its composition vitamin C, iron, vitamin B3, zinc, manganese, vitamin B5, vitamin A, vitamin B2, vitamin B1, vitamin B6, vitamin D, vitamin B12, vitamin E, selenium and folic acid.
What is it for
This supplement is especially used in men and women over the age of 50, contributing to the proper functioning of the body:
1. Vitamin A
It has antioxidant action, acting against free radicals, which are associated with diseases and aging. It improves vision.
2. Vitamin B1
Vitamin B1 helps the body produce healthy cells that can protect the immune system. In addition, this vitamin is also needed to help break down simple carbohydrates.
3. Vitamin B2
It has antioxidant action and protects against cardiovascular diseases. In addition, it also helps in the creation of red blood cells, necessary for the transport of oxygen to the whole body.
4. Vitamin B3
Vitamin B3 helps increase the amount of HDL cholesterol, which is good cholesterol, and helps in the treatment of acne.
5. Vitamin B5
Vitamin B5 is great for maintaining healthy skin, hair and mucous membranes and for speeding healing.
6. Vitamin B6
Helps regulate sleep and mood, helping the body produce serotonin and melatonin. In addition, it also helps reduce inflammation in people with diseases, such as rheumatoid arthritis.
7. Vitamin B12
Vitamin B12 contributes to the production of red blood cells and also helps iron to perform its work. It also reduces the risk of depression.
8. Vitamin C
Vitamin C strengthens the immune system and facilitates the absorption of iron, promoting the health of bones and teeth.
Folic acid
It aids in metabolism and memory and strengthens the immune system.
10. Vitamin C
Helps increase the absorption of iron, which is very important for the bones and teeth and strengthens the immune system against infectious processes.
11. Vitamin D
Helps in the absorption of calcium in the body, which is also important for the health of bones and teeth, helping to prevent various diseases. In addition, it also works against free radicals, reducing the risk of developing some types of cancer.
12. Vitamin E
This vitamin helps maintain the integrity of cells, acting as antioxidant against free radicals, also preventing premature aging. In addition, it also helps in the control of glucose in the body.
How to use
The recommended dose is one tablet per day for the period of time recommended by your doctor.
Possible side effects
Because it is a nutritional supplement based on vitamins and minerals, no side effects are known as long as the dose is respected.
Who should not use
Senior Lavitan should not be used by pregnant women, women who are breast-feeding, and children under 3 years of age, unless recommended by a nutritionist or physician.