After a long day at work, you crave for something nice for dinner but we often end up with pizza or processed foods. In the end, we do not get the nutrients we need to have a sharp mind, strong muscles, have enough energy.
The nutrients we need though are often found in foods we already love and know. Here are some practical ways to get the nutrient boost we need:
Vitamin D
This vitamin is said to help in strengthening our bones and according to studies people who are Vitamin D deficient has a high chance of getting a stroke or a heart attack. The reason for the latter is that Vitamin D decreases inflammation of the arteries. It also helps in the release of leptin which is a hormone that tells your brain that you are already full. Sufficient vitamin D also helps people store less fat. Ask your doctor for guidance on taking Vitamin D supplements so you can up the blood levels of this vitamin.
Magnesium
This nutrient plays a role in hundreds of bodily processes. Lack of magnesium means less energy for our cells to produce the needed energy. You can increase your intake of magnesium reach foods like spinach, navy beans, and halibut. You can also get some supplements to top up the magnesium you get from your diet.
Iodine
Your thyroid needs iodine so it can produce the right amounts of T3 and T4 which helps the body to efficiently burn all the calories. Insufficient iodine therefore may lead to weight gain and you can also be easily fatigued. If you lack iodine though, you cannot just sprinkle iodized salt on the food your eating but you can take milk, eggs, or yogurt to help boost the iodine levels.