When it comes to discount vitamins and nutrition products, the old adage, "You get what you pay for," simply doesn't hold true. Many retail outlets and websites tout overpriced products that promise the moon and don't deliver. The results you obtain from high quality discount vitamins and nutrition products are as sound as those you get from higher priced products.

Here are a few examples:

Multi-Vitamins - Although some people like taking an assortment of specific vitamins, many more prefer the convenience of a multiple vitamin supplement. Different brands of vitamins - and different multi-vitamins within a given brand - contain different formulations, so it's important to look at the labels rather than the price tags.

A general multi-vitamin is appropriate for most adults, although special formulations tailored to specific groups of people are available for women, for men, for older adults, and for those who are engaged in sports or other very active lifestyles.

When choosing discount vitamins, look for those that offer multiple sources of nutrients and natural sources of trace minerals and micronutrients. Each person's ability to absorb nutrients is unique, so multiple sources ensure that virtually everyone can benefit.

Acidophilus Powder - Acidophilus powder is a somewhat generic term for a group of dietary supplements that are probiotics. Probiotics are microorganisms that help the body's own beneficial bacterium and yeasts. Acidophilus powder and capsules/tablets are available in both regular formulations and those specialized for women, vegetarians, and so forth. As with discount vitamins, you can find online sources of acidophilus powder at steeply discounted prices.

St John's Wort - Everyone from ancient Greeks to modern-day medical professionals have explored the benefits of St John's Wort. Found to affect the levels of serotonin in the brain, the herbal supplement can improve mild depression, help balance mood swings, and help with sleep problems. Some nutritional products include complementary formulas (such as anti-oxidants) that can also enhance well-being.

Fat Burners and Weight Loss Aids: Some companies that sell the best fat burners charge premium prices, but there's no reason for you to pay high retail prices when you can buy the same products at deep discounts. Said to stimulate the body's ability to metabolize fat, the best fat burners contain no ephedrine. HydroxyCut, a popular weight loss supplement said to increase your energy, burn calories, and control appetite, is but one example of a brand name product that can be found online at a steep discount over retail prices. Similarly, you can find a carb blocker through an Internet health and body source at a fraction of the price you would pay at a retailer.

Sports Nutrition: Sports nutrition is big business, but that doesn't mean that you need to spend big bucks for protein powders, health shakes, muscle formulas, and nutrition bars. Again, you can get a wide variety of high quality, brand name products at the same place where you buy your discount vitamins.

Of course, prices aren't everything. When you select your online source of discount vitamins, be sure that it also offers expert advice, perhaps in the form of a free weekly newsletter. Look for writing that reflects the knowledge base of the site's owners. Insightful advice gleaned by trial and error is more valuable that the stale reiterations found on many health websites.