A NEW study shows a daily multivitamin may slow biological ageing, which reflects how old a body is in terms of health and function.

Those taking one supplement a day for two years had four months’ less damage than average for their age. There are no guarantees, but if you want to try to wind back the biological clock, here are some I recommend . . . 

Green powder

A hand opening a dark green pouch of AG1 powdered supplement, showing the white AG1 logo and German text about vitamins, minerals, and plant extracts.AG1 powder combines 75 ingredients that are great for gut health, immunity, longevity and performanceCredit: Supplied

VITAMINS, liquid and green veg are good for you – and that’s what you get once you put a scoop of AG1 into some water.

This powder combines 75 ingredients that are great for , immunity, longevity, and performance.

They range from apple powder, wheat-grass and broccoli to artichoke leaf, ginger, ashwagandha, and inulin.

It is free from , dairy, lactose and added sugar. It doesn’t taste like a sweet smoothie and you need to keep stirring so you don’t leave bits in the bottom. But great start to the day.

Multi-vits for women

Dr Vegan Women's ProMulti Advanced Formula for Women's Health supplement pouch with two capsules at the bottom.Dr Vegan Women’s ProMulti is an award-winning multivitamin containing 28 nutrientsCredit: Dr Vegan

DR VEGAN Women’s ProMulti is an award-winning multivitamin containing 28 nutrients for gut health, hormonal support, concentration, mood and stronger , skin and .

I’ve been taking it for a while, and I like it because it has no bulking agents but has a very high amount of vitamin B.

This vitamin helps with tiredness, immunity and stress mangement –  deficiencies can cause low mood.

It supports the gut through , including five billion live cultures. Botanicals are in there too – for hormone health – including ashwagandha and ginkgo biloba plus cranberry.

A great easy to pop capsule for women without any nasties. You need two a day.

  • £28.99 for 60 capsules, drvegan.com.

Boost for men

Viridian Essential Man Multivitamin bottle.Viridan’s Essential Man Formula contains maca, a root vegetable that can help with libidoCredit: Supplied

VIRIDIAN’S Essential Man Formula provides the full spectrum of essential vitamins and trace elements to help maintain energy and vitality plus balance hormones.

Vitamins B2, B5, B6, and B12 help with energy and the nervous system and male health is aided by antioxidant nutrients such as vitamins C, E and D plus copper, selenium and manganese.

It also features maca, a root vegetable that can help with libido and erectile function, enhance semen quality and count, and boost energy.

There is also lycopene, which can promote a healthy prostate, reducing the risk of .

The capsules feature 31 therapeutic nutrients with no fillers, binders or artificial additives.