6 nutrients to pay attention to: what they do and where to find them
Pay attention to what you eat and start looking after yourself today. Herbalife Thailand material by Susan Bowerman, Senior Director, Worldwide Nutrition Education and Training at Herbalife, sums up six nutrients.
Fibre
- Helps you feel full
- Some types encourage the growth of good bacteria in the digestive tract
- Food sources: fruit, vegetables and whole grains
Magnesium
- Contributes to muscle function and helps cells produce energy
- Food sources: plants such as leafy greens, beans and whole grains
Vitamin D
- Helps the body absorb calcium
- Food sources: eggs and vitamin D-fortified dairy products
- A walk in the sunshine helps too
Potassium
- Supports nerve and muscle function
- Food sources: vegetables and fruit
Calcium
- Important for bones
- Food sources: milk, leafy greens and some calcium-fortified foods
Iron
- Helps carry oxygen to cells and tissues
- Food sources: meat, beans and iron-fortified cereals
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Start by adding a variety of these foods to your everyday meals. If you have a medical condition, are pregnant or take medication, talk to your doctor before changing your diet. Ask us on LINE.
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