Getting the right balance of vitamins and minerals is essential for overall health. While supplements can help, natural sources are the best way to nourish your body. Here are some practical ways to ensure you’re getting enough nutrients naturally.
Eat a Variety of Colorful Fruits and Vegetables. Each color in fruits and vegetables represents different nutrients. For example:
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Whole foods, such as nuts, seeds, whole grains, and legumes that are minimally processed and as close to their natural state as possible, contain more nutrients than processed foods. Processing often strips foods of essential vitamins and minerals, reducing their nutritional value.
Vitamins A, D, E, and K are fat-soluble, requiring healthy fats for absorption. Include sources like:
Fermented foods, which are foods that have been through a process of Lacto-fermentation in which natural bacteria feed on the sugar and starch in the food creating lactic acids, like yogurt, kimchi, and sauerkraut, contain probiotics that improve gut health, allowing your body to absorb nutrients more effectively.
Spend Time in the Sun for Vitamin D. Sun exposure is the best way to get Vitamin D, which is essential for calcium absorption and bone health. Aim for 10–30 minutes of sun exposure a few times weekly.
Natural spring water and mineral water contain essential minerals like magnesium and calcium. Proper hydration also helps your body transport nutrients efficiently.
A natural, whole-food diet ensures you get the vitamins and minerals your body needs. By making mindful choices, you can optimize your nutrition and overall well-being.
1. Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health. “The Nutrition Source.”
2. National Institutes of Health (NIH). “Vitamin and Mineral Supplement Fact Sheets.”
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