Dietary SupplementEasy to swallow tablets: 5/16" diam. 3/16" thick Vegan Society CertifiedDeva Vegan Tiny Tablets Multivitamin & Mineral supplement provides essential vitamins and minerals in a small, easy to swallow tablet that is ideal for those who have difficulty swallowing large pills. Formulated especially for vegans and vegetarians, the product provides 100% of the recommended daily amount of the antioxidant vitamins C and E, as well as vitamin D and each of the B-complex vitamins. It also provides a significant amount of vitamin A and essential minerals.Getting an adequate amount of vitamins and minerals each day is important for several reasons. Vitamins are involved in many processes required for the body to function properly, including blood clotting, immune system function and regulating the metabolism. Particularly important are the antioxidant nutrients, which include vitamins A, C and E and the mineral selenium. These nutrients protect cells from the damaging effects of oxidation, a process that occurs naturally in the body every day. Minerals, including calcium, magnesium, zinc and others, are involved in the development of bones, provide structure for cells and help to regulate blood pressure and cell function.