Micronutrients

Micronutrients are vitamins, minerals, and other compounds that are needed by the body in small amounts. The impact of these nutrients on the body is extremely important and a deficiency or overabundance of any one may contribute to diseases or possibly life-threatening conditions. Micronutrients are a main focus of the food and nutrition industry which offers fortified foods, beverages, and dietary supplements to consumers and rakes in billions of dollars every year, and growing. While it is possible to get everything needed from diet alone, not everyone eats a variety of foods that will provide an adequate balance of each micronutrient. Before purchasing dietary supplements that may not be necessary, learn about the micronutrient(s) in question. Do you actually need more of it and can you possibly get it from food?