[header] How to decide if multivitamins are right for you [title] Consider your diet. [step] Many people who are on restricted diets may benefit from taking multivitamins. For example, if you are trying to lose weight, you may eat less and therefore not be taking in as many nutrients as you should. 
Vegetarians and vegans (people who don't eat meat and people who don't consume animal-based products) may need supplements to receive their daily minimum requirements. [substeps] If you eat fewer than five servings of fruits and vegetables per day, you may want to consider taking multivitamins.