Sources of Nutrients
Make sure you’re eating enough of the following nutrients
- CholineĀ is a vitamin typically found in beef liver, eggs, beef, seafood, chicken breast, shellfish and milk.
Plant-based sources include:Ā wheat germ, Brussels sprouts, peanuts, soybeans, mushrooms and potatoes. - Omega-3 fatty acidsĀ are found inĀ cold-water fatty fishĀ like tuna, mackerel, herring, salmon and sardine.
Plant-based sources include:Ā flaxseed, soybeans, walnuts, chia seeds and basil seeds. - Vitamin B12Ā is typically found in animal products including fish, poultry, eggs, meat and milk products.
Plant-based sources include:Ā nutritional yeast, fortified breakfast cereal and fortified plant milks. - Vitamin DĀ is naturally found in fatty fish, fortified milk, and eggs.
Plant-based sources include:Ā fortified orange juice, fortified cereals and some mushrooms. The sun is also a great way to get vitamin D. - CalciumĀ is typically found in dairy products, sardines and salmon.
Plant-based sources include:Ā fortified soymilk, fortified OJ, tofu (made with calcium sulfate), kale, Chinese cabbage and broccoli. - IronĀ is a mineral found in beef, oysters, sardines, beef liver, and chicken.
Plant-based sources include:Ā fortified breakfast cereals, white beans, lentils, spinach, firm tofu, kidney beans, chickpeas and tomatoes - ZincĀ is naturally found in oysters, beef, shellfish, pork chops and chicken.
- Plant-based sources include:Ā baked beans, pumpkin seeds, cashews, chickpeas and oatmeal.
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