Nutrient Deficiencies

Our bodies need a vast array of nutrients for optimal health. Nutrients like folate, choline, magnesium, and vitamins D, A, K2, and B12 all play crucial roles in our health. A deficiency in any of these can cause serious chronic illnesses like depression, cardiovascular disease, metabolic dysfunction, and cancer.

Want to learn more about the micronutrients you need to stay healthy? Check out the resources below.

The Nutrients You Need to Avoid a Deficiency

This bowl of natto is a good source of vitamin K2.

Recent research has demonstrated the essential role of vitamin K2 in promoting optimal health. Unfortunately, K2 has been badly misunderstood for many years.

This tired man rubbing his eyes may be experiencing B12 deficiency.

B12 deficiency isn't a bizarre, mysterious disease. But recent research suggests it's far more common than previously believed.

Certain vitamins, minerals, and other beneficial compounds are effective at treating skin conditions and improving one's skin.

Contrary to what many conventional doctors and dermatologists may believe, nutrition plays a critical role in the health of your skin.

In this installment, we're going to look at three more nutrients beneficial for skin health: vitamin E, pantothenic acid (vitamin B5).

Learn the basics of omega-3 and omega-6 fats, their role in the body, how much of each we need to prevent disease and promote health, and where they are found in the diet.

Healthcare practitioners are aware of the risks of low vitamin D levels, but many are not aware that high levels of vitamin D can have toxic effects.

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What do memory loss, depression, fatigue, and infertility have in common? They can all be caused by B12 deficiency. In this eBook, learn how to know if you’re deficient, and what to do about it.

Skin problems like acne, eczema, and rosacea are epidemic, yet conventional treatments rarely work. Find out what really causes skin problems, and how simple dietary changes can restore the clear, beautiful skin you desire.

Vegetarian and vegan diets, which includes plant-based foods like these salads, are often lacking in nutrients.

Vegetarianism and veganism have been quite popular topics in recent years, but do they put you at risk for a nutrient deficiency? Find out.

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In general, getting the nutrients you need through food is the best way to experience their full effect. In many cases, your body needs the other enzymes and nutrients present in whole foods to absorb them properly. When those micronutrients are isolated, they often don’t carry the same health benefits.

However, there are situations where it makes sense to supplement. The key point is, if you’re going to supplement, do so wisely. Find out more about when supplementation may be necessary to avoid a nutrient deficiency.

Does It Make Sense to Supplement?

In this article we discuss 3 principles of supplementing wisely, when it's appropriate to supplement and which supplements to take at what dose.

Research consistently shows that many vitamin and antioxidant supplements either don't work or are even harmful, and whole foods are most effective.

Do we really need supplements? Can’t we get what we need from the food we eat? Believe it or not, certain environmental factors necessitate some supplementation.

DHA is a crucial nutrient for developing babies, children, and adults, yet there are no DHA sources in vegetarian/vegan diets. Can DHA be obtained by consuming plant-based forms of omega-3? Read on to find out.

These dairy products, bone-in fish, and leafy greens can eliminate the need for calcium supplements.

Taking calcium supplements carries some serious health risks. Learn more about the potential dangers of this mineral before you start supplementing.

Fish oil might not be the cure-all it’s often advertised to be, and in some cases, it may even cause problems.

Learn More about Supplementation

Should you take nutritional supplements like these vitamins?

Want to know more about nutritional supplements? Find out how to supplement wisely and avoid nutrient deficiencies with these articles.

Visit the supplement store to purchase high-quality products that may help you deal with a variety of health concerns.

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The best way for us to avoid nutrient deficiencies is to eat a nutrient-dense diet based on whole foods, not processed goods. That means choosing meals that have a high nutrient density, like organ meats, seafood, beef and other forms of meat, full-fat dairy, eggs, and a variety of fruits and vegetables.

Learn more about which foods have the highest nutrient density and how to maximize your nutrient intake.