Supplements
Bridge the Gap
Supplements fill nutritional gaps in our diets, supporting overall health and optimal bodily functions. While they should not replace a balanced diet, supplements can enhance immunity and provide essential nutrients conveniently filling nutritional gaps.
Minerals are also vital for our bodies as they support bone health, fluid balance, nerve function, muscle contraction, enzyme production, hormone regulation, and nutrient transportation. Deficiencies in minerals can lead to health problems.
Vitamins
Select a vitamin from the list below to display additional information.
Name | Recommended Dose |
|---|---|
A | M: 900 mcg (3,000 IU) :::
W: 700 mcg (2,333 IU) |
D | 31–70: 15 mcg (600 IU) :::
71+: 20 mcg (800 IU) |
E | M: 900 mcg (3,000 IU) :::
W: 700 mcg (2,333 IU) |
K | M: 120 mcg :::
W: 90 mcg |
C | M: 90 mg :::
W:75mg :::
Smokers: Add 35 mg |
B1 | Men: 1.2 mg :::
Women: 1.1 mg |
B2 | Men: 1.3 mg :::
Women: 1.1 mg |
B3 | Men: 16 mg :::
Women: 14mg |
B5 | Men: 5 mg :::
Women: 5 mg |
B6 | Men / Women 19–50yrs: 1.3 mg :::
Men 51+ yrs: 1.7 mg :::
Women 51+ yrs: 1.5 mg |
B7 | Men: 30 mcg :::
Women: 30 mcg |
B9 | Men: 400 mcg :::
Women: 490 mcg |
B12 | Men: 2.4 mcg
Women: 2.4 mcg |
Vitamin
A
Benefits
Essential for vision
May lower cancer risk (prostate, lung)
Keeps tissues and skin healthy Plays an important role in bone growth immune system.
Diets rich in the carotenoids Acts as antioxidant May protect against cataracts
Food Sources
beef liver
eggs
shrimp
fish
fortified milk
butter
cheddar cheese
Swiss cheese
sweet potatoes
carrots
pumpkins
squash
spinach
mangoes
turnip greens
grapefruit
Notes:
Fat Soluble