THE AUSTRALIAN Football League is pleased to announce Swisse Vitamins as the official vitamin of the AFL.

Swisse is a leader in clinically proven natural medicines, with Australia's number one multivitamin and some of the fastest growing supplements in Australia. 

AFL general manager, marketing and commercial operations, Paul Waldren welcomed Swisse Vitamins as an official partner of the AFL and said the three-year association was highly relevant to the Australian football industry.

"Swisse Vitamins are dedicated to improving the health of not only our players and athletes, but also the broader community - I know I benefit from taking a multivitamin each day," Waldren said.  

"General health and wellbeing  is a priority for the AFL and I'm certain this partnership will generate awareness about the importance of good health whether you're an active sports person or a supporter."

Already well known in sporting circles for its associations with Ricky Ponting and the Australian cricket team, Swisse Vitamins is also pleased to announce Gold Coast Football Club recruit Karmichael Hunt and former Geelong captain Tom Harley as ambassadors for the brand. 

Swisse chief executive Radek Sali said he was very excited about partnering with the AFL and also the opportunity to work closely with Karmichael Hunt and Tom Harley as brand ambassadors.

"There has always been a great synergy between Swisse and various sporting circles so we are delighted to be the official vitamin of the AFL. 

"We offer a premium range of supplements that are well suited to those playing AFL - regardless of level - as well as those who are fans of the sport. Swisse are delighted with the partnership and can't wait to start sharing health and happiness amongst the football fraternity,'' said Sali.

Karmichael Hunt said he was proud to be associated with a reputable brand which is scientifically validated and clinically proven.

"Swisse are well known for their associations with high calibre sporting individuals so I'm very pleased to be in such great company."

"It's reassuring to know that such a reputable Australian company are helping me with my AFL career and I'm proud to share Swisse's passion for making people healthier and happier,'' Hunt said. 

Tom Harley said he was very happy to be associated with Swisse Vitamins given their commitment to producing premium vitamin supplements is evident in their quality formulations.

"Knowing how important it is to look after yourself - both on and off the field - I couldn't be happier about being an ambassador for Swisse Vitamins," Harley said.