Nature’s Plan Adult Chewable contains the following components: Vitamin A; Vitamin C; Vitamin D; Vitamin E; Thiamin; Riboflavin; Niacin; Vitamin B6; Folic Acid; Vitamin B12; Biotin; Pantothenic Acid; Calcium; Iron; Iodine; Magnesium; Zinc; Copper; Manganese; Lecithin; Choline; Hesperidin; Betaine HCL; Rutin; Bioflavonoids; PABA; and Inositol.

Vitamin D plays an important role in the maintenance of numerous organ systems. It promotes the absorption of the minerals calcium and phosphorous, which assist in bone formation, and helps to promote the formation of tumors. Adequate sun exposure is one way to increase one’s levels of vitamin D. It can also be found in foods such as fish, fortified dairy products, and certain mushrooms. While some scientists claim that modern sunscreens may be increasing vitamin D deficiency, dermatologists contend that the risk of skin cancer is a far greater concern particularly for fair-skinned individuals. For this reason, doctors recommend continued sunscreen use along with a vitamin D supplement.

As one might expect, this product is most likely to appeal to adults who have trouble swallowing whole pills. In addition to going down easily, the manufacturer also promises that consumers will enjoy Adult Chewable’s pleasant pineapple flavor. In addition to the comfort of a chewable vitamin, consumers may also be attracted to the convenience of a one-a-day dose. However, some scientists argue that a single pill cannot provide the recommended daily allowance of nutrients. In order to make sure that they are completely covered, consumers may want to consider a multiple-pill regimen. For added convenience, they should look for manufacturers that package a single day’s dose in an individual packet. Oftentimes pills in multi packs are considerably smaller and easier to swallow.

• Fairly affordable at $35.15 for a 180-day supply

• Does not contain an advanced absorption enhancer
• Website does not post testimonials
• No free trial sample available
• Single tablet per day may not provide sufficient nutrition for all

We are happy to see that the supplement industry realizes that children are not the only ones who may have trouble swallowing large pills whole. However, consumers should be aware that their bodies might not be absorbing all of the nutrients their “multivitamin” has to offer. In order to maximize the absorption rate, we highly recommend looking for a product that contains an advanced absorption enhancer, such as 2-AEP. This will help to ensure that consumers are getting the best possible nutrition for their money.