The role of multivitamin and mineral supplements in supporting health and well-being: a retrospective cross-sectional study in Taiwan.

The majority of MVM supplement users reported that supplements supported at least one youthful vitality benefit.

• 93% of users agreed that MVM supplements support at least one out of six youthful vitality benefits
• The six youthful vitality benefits assessed were: energy, metabolism, sleep, mental alertness, skin health and complexion, and spirit
• Study included 400 respondents aged 35-60 years residing in Taiwan
• Data were collected via an online retrospective, real-world, cross-sectional survey

Users reported perceived benefits across multiple specific health domains including energy, metabolism, complexion, and immune function.

• Energy support was reported by 59.00% of users
• Improved metabolism was reported by 59.75% of users
• Improved complexion was reported by 53.25% of users
• Normal immune functioning was reported by 66.25% of users
• 63.25% of users reported feeling confident in maintaining overall health

Satisfaction, trust, and willingness to repurchase MVM supplements were notably high among respondents.

• 74.50% of respondents expressed satisfaction with product use
• 72.50% reported trusting the product
• 79.00% showed willingness to repurchase
• These outcomes were self-reported via an online survey

Subgroup analyses indicated that males, daily users, and users aged 50 years and older experienced more favorable outcomes across several parameters compared to their respective counterparts.

• Subgroup analyses were performed post hoc based on gender (male vs. female), age (< 50 vs. ≥ 50 years), and frequency of use (daily vs. occasional)
• Daily users showed more favorable outcomes compared to occasional users
• Users aged ≥ 50 years showed more favorable outcomes compared to those under 50
• Male users showed more favorable outcomes compared to female users
• These subgroup differences were identified as exploratory post hoc analyses

The study assessed user attitude and perception across multiple health dimensions beyond youthful vitality, including quality of life and well-being.

• Additional assessments covered perceived immunity, general health, quality-of-life (QoL), well-being, and user attitude and perception
• The study population consisted of 400 respondents aged 35-60 years residing in Taiwan
• The study design was retrospective, real-world, and cross-sectional
• All outcomes were based on self-reported perceived benefits