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RKP5637

(67,112 posts) Sun Jan 20, 2013, 03:35 PM Jan 2013

Where does one get reasonably priced supplemental vitamins. My dr. has me on a course of

treatment wherein larger doses of vitamins are required. I generally go to CVS which has a good selection, but are there more reasonably priced sources?

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Where does one get reasonably priced supplemental vitamins. My dr. has me on a course of (Original Post) RKP5637 Jan 2013 OP

I don't buy them but the aisle with them at Trader Joes always seems busy. cbayer Jan 2013 #1

Thanks!!! n/t RKP5637 Jan 2013 #3

well said dude antigop19667 Jan 2013 #18

I get mine online at VitaCost onestepforward Jan 2013 #2

I had forgotten about vitacost. I used to order from them, I'll check it out. The free shipping RKP5637 Jan 2013 #5

If you use Ebates, you can get an extra 6% off. onestepforward Jan 2013 #7

I had no idea about Ebates! RKP5637 Jan 2013 #8

Wow, that was easy - getting the Ebates discount. RKP5637 Jan 2013 #9

Yea! onestepforward Jan 2013 #10

Just as a note, Vitacost also has excellent reviews ... RKP5637 Jan 2013 #15

I have used Vitacost quite a bit and Find they frequently have the lowest prices. The empressof all Jun 2013 #26

iHerb is a great place to order vitamins and other health related products-- Mrs. Overall Jan 2013 #4

Thanks!!! n/t RKP5637 Jan 2013 #6

I second that recommendation. dixiegrrrrl Jan 2013 #11

Thanks dixiegrrrrl! RKP5637 Jan 2013 #12

We have a place called Super Supplements here in Seattle, and they sell online: gateley Jan 2013 #13

Thanks!!! RKP5637 Jan 2013 #14

Pureformulas.com womanofthehills Jan 2013 #16

Thanks! n/t RKP5637 Jan 2013 #17

I've been using swansonvitamins.com cprise Jun 2013 #19

This thread is great! JNelson6563 Jun 2013 #20

Yep, it is great. I found some wonderful ideas and recommendations, and RKP5637 Jun 2013 #21

I always order online NoOneMan Jun 2013 #22

Thanks, saved the info. n/t RKP5637 Jun 2013 #23

I usually buy all my vitamins and supplements RebelOne Jun 2013 #24

Thanks! n/t RKP5637 Jun 2013 #25

This one is more for bulk medicinal and culinary herbs, branching out now to "nutraceuticals" eShirl Jun 2013 #27

Thanks, I bookmarked them. n/t RKP5637 Jun 2013 #28

cbayer

(146,218 posts)

1. I don't buy them but the aisle with them at Trader Joes always seems busy.

Reply to RKP5637 (Original post)

Sun Jan 20, 2013, 03:41 PM

Jan 2013

As their prices on other things are generally really good, I would check them out if you have one nearby.

RKP5637

(67,112 posts)

3. Thanks!!! n/t

Reply to cbayer (Reply #1)

Sun Jan 20, 2013, 03:49 PM

Jan 2013

antigop19667

(20 posts)

18. well said dude

Reply to cbayer (Reply #1)

Fri Jan 25, 2013, 04:37 AM

Jan 2013

onestepforward

(3,691 posts)

2. I get mine online at VitaCost

Reply to RKP5637 (Original post)

Sun Jan 20, 2013, 03:43 PM

Jan 2013

They have the lowest prices that I've seen. Great selection and free shipping with orders over $49.

http://www.vitacost.com/

RKP5637

(67,112 posts)

5. I had forgotten about vitacost. I used to order from them, I'll check it out. The free shipping

Reply to onestepforward (Reply #2)

Sun Jan 20, 2013, 03:57 PM

Jan 2013

with orders over $49 would be a big help.

onestepforward

(3,691 posts)

7. If you use Ebates, you can get an extra 6% off.

Reply to RKP5637 (Reply #5)

Sun Jan 20, 2013, 04:27 PM

Jan 2013

I sign in to Ebates first, then click VitaCost under Health and beauty. It's not much, but every little bit helps

http://www.ebates.com/

RKP5637

(67,112 posts)

8. I had no idea about Ebates!

Reply to onestepforward (Reply #7)

Sun Jan 20, 2013, 04:30 PM

Jan 2013

Thanks!

RKP5637

(67,112 posts)

9. Wow, that was easy - getting the Ebates discount.

Reply to onestepforward (Reply #7)

Sun Jan 20, 2013, 04:49 PM

Jan 2013

onestepforward

(3,691 posts)

10. Yea!

Reply to RKP5637 (Reply #9)

Sun Jan 20, 2013, 05:14 PM

Jan 2013

I always check ebates before any online orders to see if I can get a rebate. Counting pennies here!

RKP5637

(67,112 posts)

15. Just as a note, Vitacost also has excellent reviews ...

Reply to onestepforward (Reply #10)

Mon Jan 21, 2013, 12:08 PM

Jan 2013

I use this site for reviews on many companies. it's a very reputable site. Vitacost gets excellent ratings!

http://www.resellerratings.com/store/Vitacost

The empressof all

(29,100 posts)

26. I have used Vitacost quite a bit and Find they frequently have the lowest prices.

Reply to RKP5637 (Reply #15)

Thu Jun 27, 2013, 01:56 PM

Jun 2013

They have fast delivery and I have never experienced a problem with any orders. Once on their list you will get a weekly e mail from them about their specials...But I don't mind since I use them often

Mrs. Overall

(6,839 posts)

4. iHerb is a great place to order vitamins and other health related products--

Reply to RKP5637 (Original post)

Sun Jan 20, 2013, 03:55 PM

Jan 2013

www.iherb.com

The site can be a little overwhelming and sometimes difficult to navigate, but they have some great deals that are cheaper than any store.

RKP5637

(67,112 posts)

6. Thanks!!! n/t

Reply to Mrs. Overall (Reply #4)

Sun Jan 20, 2013, 03:58 PM

Jan 2013

dixiegrrrrl

(60,011 posts)

11. I second that recommendation.

Reply to RKP5637 (Reply #6)

Sun Jan 20, 2013, 05:24 PM

Jan 2013

Been using them for years now. They are very affordable, ship out promptly, and any order ovr 40.00 gets a discount PLUS FREE shipping.They have several manugacturers I deem very trustworthy.
I have to take mineral/vitamin supplements and get a large bottle from them at a very good price.

PM me if you have any questions.

RKP5637

(67,112 posts)

12. Thanks dixiegrrrrl!

Reply to dixiegrrrrl (Reply #11)

Sun Jan 20, 2013, 05:43 PM

Jan 2013

gateley

(62,683 posts)

13. We have a place called Super Supplements here in Seattle, and they sell online:

Reply to RKP5637 (Original post)

Sun Jan 20, 2013, 07:24 PM

Jan 2013

www.supersup.com

RKP5637

(67,112 posts)

14. Thanks!!!

Reply to gateley (Reply #13)

Sun Jan 20, 2013, 07:33 PM

Jan 2013

womanofthehills

(9,195 posts)

16. Pureformulas.com

Reply to RKP5637 (Original post)

Thu Jan 24, 2013, 08:36 PM

Jan 2013

Free shipping and very fast service

RKP5637

(67,112 posts)

17. Thanks! n/t

Reply to womanofthehills (Reply #16)

Thu Jan 24, 2013, 08:37 PM

Jan 2013

cprise

(8,445 posts)

19. I've been using swansonvitamins.com

Reply to RKP5637 (Original post)

Sat Jun 22, 2013, 02:12 AM

Jun 2013

They are about the same price as vitacost and are also BBB accredited.

I also get good deals at Stop & Shop when they have their 2-for-1 sales.

JNelson6563

(28,151 posts)

20. This thread is great!

Reply to RKP5637 (Original post)

Sat Jun 22, 2013, 06:42 AM

Jun 2013

So clearly shows the best of DU. That is one of the things I like about this group. Lots of great ideas, much sharing and all are willing to help!

I have nothing to add to the discussion here, just wanted to comment on this.

Julie--who rarely posts here but always reads

RKP5637

(67,112 posts)

21. Yep, it is great. I found some wonderful ideas and recommendations, and

Reply to JNelson6563 (Reply #20)

Sat Jun 22, 2013, 07:01 AM

Jun 2013

everyone helped answer my question. Great people are on DU! I've asked some other questions and have gotten extremely helpful responses too. Of course, I'm never short of advice either, LOL.

NoOneMan

(4,795 posts)

22. I always order online

Reply to RKP5637 (Original post)

Wed Jun 26, 2013, 12:10 AM

Jun 2013

If the shipping works for you, then you can save a lot on name brand supplements.

Have you heard of smart powders? I've been using these guys forever. A lot of it might be fitness related, but they buy bulk powders and sell at major discounts to the public. Its cool if you are looking for ayurvedic substances that are hard to find (but probably not since your doctor put you on them).