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Combining Supplements: NRV vs. Tolerable Upper Limit
Combining Supplements: NRV vs. Tolerable Upper Limit

Understanding the difference between NRV and UL when combining supplements with overlapping nutrients.

Updated over a year ago

At Together Health, we're dedicated to ensuring our customers have the knowledge they need to make informed decisions about their supplement intake. A frequent question we receive is about combining our products, especially when they contain overlapping nutrients.

Understanding NRV and UL: Before diving into the specifics, it's essential to understand two critical terms:

  1. Nutrient Reference Value (NRV): Formerly known as the Recommended Daily Amount, the NRV is the minimum daily intake of a nutrient, from both food and supplements, required to prevent deficiencies. It's worth noting that the NRV is a baseline, and exceeding it is often not only safe but necessary to achieve optimal nutrition.

  2. Tolerable Upper Limit (UL): This is the maximum safe intake level for a nutrient. Depending on the specific nutrient, the UL might refer to the total intake from both food and supplements or just from supplementation.

Safely Combining Together Health Products:

Yes, you can combine our products. We've meticulously formulated each product to ensure that even when combined, they won't lead to nutrient levels exceeding the Tolerable Upper Limit (UL), as long as you stick to the suggested use. This means you can confidently use multiple Together Health products to meet your health goals without worrying about overconsumption.

For instance, if you take a few of our supplements containing Vitamin C, and the combined dosage exceeds the NRV, there's no cause for concern. The key is to ensure that the total intake doesn't surpass the UL for Vitamin C. With our products, as long as you follow the recommended dosages, you'll always stay within safe limits.

In Conclusion:

Our commitment at Together Health is to provide products that are both effective and safe. We've done the research and the math to ensure that all our products can be combined without exceeding the UL, provided the suggested use is followed.This gives you the flexibility to tailor your supplement regimen to your specific needs without any worries. However, if you ever have questions or concerns about combining supplements or your total nutrient intake, it's always a good idea to consult with a healthcare professional.

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