What vitamins should I add?
According to Nutritionists, These Are the 7 Ingredients Your Multivitamin Should Have
- Vitamin D. Vitamin D helps our bodies absorb calcium, which is important for bone health.
- Magnesium. Magnesium is an essential nutrient, which means that we must get it from food or supplements.
- Calcium.
- Zinc.
- Iron.
- Folate.
- Vitamin B-12.
Why would you add extra vitamins or minerals to food?
Your body needs certain minerals to build strong bones and teeth and turn the food you eat into energy. As with vitamins, a healthy balanced diet should provide all the minerals your body needs to work properly.
What are the 4 vitamins and minerals that are required to be on the nutrition label?
Vitamin D, calcium, iron, and potassium are the only micronutrients required to be on the food label. Food companies can voluntarily list other vitamins and minerals in the food.
Is taking additional vitamins and minerals necessary?
While taking a general ‘broad-spectrum’ vitamin and mineral supplement ‘just in case’ poses little health risk, and may benefit a person whose diet is restricted and lacks variety, taking vitamin and mineral supplements instead of eating a nutritious diet is not recommended.
Which disease is caused by deficiency of B5?
Vitamin B5 deficiency is rare, but may include symptoms such as fatigue, insomnia, depression, irritability, vomiting, stomach pains, burning feet, and upper respiratory infections.
What are food examples of vitamins?
Path to improved health
Nutrient Food sources Vitamin A Eggs, milk, carrots, sweet potatoes, and cantaloupe Vitamin C Oranges, strawberries, tomatoes, kiwi, broccoli, and red and green bell peppers Vitamin E Avocados, nuts, seeds, whole-grain foods, and spinach and other dark leafy greens
