Re: learning about Vitamins.

jac wrote:
I'm trying to figure out how to get the precise amount of vitamins and
minerals that my body needs. I'm 41 and I'm realizing that I need a
little more help than I used to. I'm reading Vitamins and Minerals for
Idiots and it's making some sense but still very confusing.

I decided to just take Centrum to get all the vitamins I need. But is
this enough? How do I determine what I need?

Is there some type of medical exam or test that can tell me what I'm
deficient in?

Alex,

Three things. First, just find out what foods are nutrient dense
(whfoods.com is a good start) then use these foods as a base your diet.
Second, always eat wide variety of natural whole foods. Third, then
let nature take care of the rest.

Patrick

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