Why are Vitamins and Minerals Important?

Your body must have the right amount of vitamins and minerals for:

• Normal growth
• Metabolism (Creating energy in the cells)
• General Health

The key is balanced Nutrition- the right amounts of each vitamin and mineral in the right balance.

The Average Person:

The average person can get their recommended amounts for vitamins and minerals simply by eating a reasonable diet containing whole grains, vegetables and fruits.

But..

The Average Person is:

• An adult younger than 60
• In good health
• With perfect digestion
• Slim
• Totally Stress- Free
• Free of any sort of medical problem
• Not taking any medicines

How much do we need:

• The amount that government bodies recommend you consume in your diet is set at a level where most individuals will get all the nutrients they need.
• This level is not the minimum to prevent disease but somewhat higher, and it can be used in school feeding programs and food labeling.
• Not too much and not too little, but a proper balance of vitamins and minerals is required. 

Preserve the Vitamins and Minerals while cooking:

• To get the recommended amounts of vitamins and minerals, eat a variety of grains , vegetables, fruits and beans.
• But in today’s busy schedule, if we are not eating the required amount of fruits and vegetables, take supplements to ensure adequate nutrient intake.