But Consumer Reports says it may not be money well spent. But Consumer Reports on Health says you may be wasting your money. If you're eating a good, balanced diet, you don't need a multivitamin. For those who need a multivitamin, another word of caution.
Brands can vary.
Consumer Reports says don't base your decision on whether the label says maximum or complete. A, C, D, and E. And all the B vitamins, including folic acid, thiamin, riboflavin, niacin, vitamins B6 and B12. Iron's not on that list. Often iron can do more harm than good. If you think you need it, talk it over with your doctor first.