Because of the taste and physical tolerance challenges, plenty of grownups (especially older people) have issues getting—or keeping—supplements down. As Nutraceuticals World points out “Because they are chewable and tend to have more pleasant flavours than traditional pills,” gummies have found popularity beyond the young demographic they were developed to entice, and the same is true for a wide range of liquid supplements now on the market.

Of course, the same drawbacks to these products apply for adults as well as children: people relying on gummies and liquids should pay attention to the sugar content and other fillers included in the inactive ingredients. Check with your doctor to discuss the pros and cons of the extra sugar versus potential nutrient deficiencies.