Gummy
Chewable with added flavor and often sugar.
- Absorption:
- standard
- Convenience:
- high
- Shelf life:
- medium
Absorption: Reasonable absorption when chewed with a meal, but doses are usually smaller per piece.
Taste: Pleasant, often the easiest format for non-pill takers.
Best for: kids and pill-averse adults
Pros
- Pleasant taste
- No water needed
- Great for non-pill takers
Cons
- Often contain added sugar
- Smaller dose per serving
- Heat-sensitive shelf life
- Often contains added sugar
- Heat sensitive in shipping