BOOTS the high street chemist says vitamin supplement sales have boomed during lockdown, rising by 133 per cent. 

The most popular was Vitamin D that was one of the top selling supplements, with sales rising by up to 117 per cent , with online sales rising by 809 per cent.

Janky Raja, Boots pharmacist, said: “With such a broad range of vitamins and supplements, I am often asked for advice and guidance on which ones customers should be taking. 

"Most vitamins should be suited to individual needs, healthcare concerns or lifestyle factors. 

"If customers are unsure, we have pharmacists on hand in our stores to provide advice.”