Frequently Asked Questions
What are vegetarian supplements?
Vegetarian supplements are vitamins, minerals and other nutritional supplements made without meat or fish-derived ingredients, suitable for those following a vegetarian diet. Our range is designed to complement a varied diet, covering everyday multivitamins through to individual nutrients like iron, vitamin B12 and vitamin D every product suitable for vegetarians is clearly labelled so you can shop with confidence.
What vitamins should vegetarians take?
Vegetarians who eat a balanced diet shouldn't be lacking in any particular micro-nutrients, but a few are worth paying attention to. Iron is the main one, as it's more readily available in the form found in meat than the plant form. Vitamin B12 and vitamin D are also worth considering, which is why many vegetarians choose a multivitamin to help cover their basic iron and mineral requirements.
Why is iron important for vegetarians?
Iron is the nutrient vegetarians most often need to keep an eye on, because it's more readily available in the form it appears in meat than in the plant form. Iron contributes to normal formation of red blood cells and haemoglobin, and to the reduction of tiredness and fatigue. Our stomach-friendly Iron 14mg uses the citrate form and is a popular choice for topping up levels.
Can vegetarians get enough Vitamin B12?
It's one to watch, as B12 is found almost exclusively in animal foods, so vegetarians relying heavily on plant foods may fall short. Vitamin B12 contributes to normal energy-yielding metabolism, the reduction of tiredness and fatigue, and normal psychological function. Our B12 Sublingual 1000mcg dissolves under the tongue for direct absorption - a convenient daily option.
Which vegetarian supplement is right for me?
Start with the most common gaps. For everyday cover, a good multivitamin is the sensible foundation. Multivitamins & Iron handles the iron question at the same time. For targeted support, Vitamin B12 Sublingual covers the nutrient hardest to get from plants, stomach-friendly Iron 14mg tops up the mineral vegetarians most often run short of, and Vegetarian Flaxseed Oil provides plant-based omega-3 without any fish.
Can vegetarians take omega-3 without fish oil?
Yes - our Vegetarian Flaxseed Oil 1000mg is a popular plant-based source of omega-3. Flaxseed is high in alpha linolenic acid (ALA), an essential omega-3 fatty acid, and ALA has a beneficial effect in the maintenance of normal blood cholesterol levels. It's an easy way for vegetarians to support their omega-3 intake without fish oil - see our full Omega-3 range for more.
How do I know if a supplement is suitable for vegetarians?
We make it simple every product suitable for vegetarians is clearly labelled as such, and you can filter our range by "For Vegetarians" to see only suitable products. It's always worth a quick check, as some supplements use gelatine capsules or animal-derived ingredients like fish oil or marine collagen, which naturally aren't suitable for a vegetarian diet.
What's the difference between vegetarian and vegan supplements?
Vegetarian supplements exclude meat and fish but may contain other animal-derived ingredients such as dairy, beeswax or lanolin-sourced vitamin D3. Vegan supplements go further, excluding all animal products entirely. If you follow a plant-based diet, our dedicated vegan range is clearly labelled - and many products suit both, so it's always worth checking the label.
Why shop for vegetarian supplements at Just Vitamins?
We take vegetarian shopping seriously: every suitable product is clearly labelled, and you can filter the entire range by 'For Vegetarians' so there's no squinting at ingredients lists. The range itself is genuinely broad - stomach-friendly iron citrate, sublingual B12, plant-based flaxseed omega-3, and even plant-source glucosamine, something most brands can't offer vegetarians. All made to strict GMP standards in the UK, with exact strengths on every label.