{"id":16038,"date":"2024-11-21T00:00:23","date_gmt":"2024-11-21T00:00:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/fitolympia.com\/?p=16038"},"modified":"2024-11-21T17:19:55","modified_gmt":"2024-11-21T17:19:55","slug":"stop-taking-these-10-vitamins-and-supplements-and-eat-these-foods","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/fitolympia.com\/na\/stop-taking-these-10-vitamins-and-supplements-and-eat-these-foods\/","title":{"rendered":"Stop Taking These 10 Vitamins and Supplements and Eat These Foods"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Why spend your paycheck on pills when you can eat your vitamins instead?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/fitolympia.com\/wp-admin\/edit.php?post_type=post\"><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/ods.od.nih.gov\/factsheets\/MVMS-HealthProfessional\/\">More than one-third<\/a>&nbsp;of all North Americans take a multivitamin. But this trend could just be a force of habit \u2014 there\u2019s some debate over whether these supplements are really necessary at all.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>According to data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, from 1990 to 2006, the number of Americans taking some sort of supplement increased from 40 to 53 percent. However,&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/nutritionreport\/pdf\/4page_%202nd%20nutrition%20report_508_032912.pdf\">studies show<\/a>&nbsp;that, with a few specific exceptions, most Americans already get an adequate amount of nutrients through fortified and whole foods.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So are supplements really necessary? For some people, they do serve an important purpose. People over the age of 50 have trouble retaining vitamin B-12 naturally through food, for instance, and for vegetarians, iron derived from spinach and other plant-based sources is not as easily absorbed by the body. Keep your individual nutrition needs in mind and consult your doctor, then, before eliminating any supplements from your diet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If there are no medical concerns, however, you can start weaning yourself off supplements today by eating these 10 foods instead.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Stop Taking Vitamin A: Eat Sweet Potatoes<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/thumbor.thedailymeal.com\/9uFTs5Pd3QaZzudyv0aydmuOj2U=\/870x565\/https:\/\/www.thedailymeal.com\/sites\/default\/files\/2018\/03\/16\/01_1.jpg\" width=\"870\" height=\"565\" alt=\"Stop Taking Vitamin A: Eat Sweet Potatoes\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thumbor.thedailymeal.com\/9uFTs5Pd3QaZzudyv0aydmuOj2U=\/870x565\/https:\/\/www.thedailymeal.com\/sites\/default\/files\/2018\/03\/16\/01_1.jpg 1x\">istockphoto.com<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It might be a humble root, but\u00a0the sweet potato\u00a0is one of the healthiest foods on the planet. It\u2019s a rich source of beta-carotene \u2014 a pigment that eventually converts to vitamin A within the body. There are endless sweet potato recipes out there,\u00a0but here are some of the best. If pressed for time, simply cut a sweet potato in half lengthwise, poke holes in both the peel and the cut surface with a fork, and heat it in the microwave for four to five minutes. Don\u2019t forget: The skin is full of nutrients, too!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Stop Taking Vitamin B6: Eat Bananas<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/thumbor.thedailymeal.com\/JDtrVPiUrcK_40gJXh6G28cub3c=\/870x565\/https:\/\/www.thedailymeal.com\/sites\/default\/files\/2018\/03\/16\/02_1.jpg\" width=\"870\" height=\"565\" alt=\"Stop Taking Vitamin B6: Eat Bananas\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thumbor.thedailymeal.com\/JDtrVPiUrcK_40gJXh6G28cub3c=\/870x565\/https:\/\/www.thedailymeal.com\/sites\/default\/files\/2018\/03\/16\/02_1.jpg 1x\">istockphoto.com<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Nature\u2019s perfect on-the-go snack\u00a0can also be your favorite way to incorporate vitamin B6 into your diet. Two medium bananas deliver 44 percent of the recommended daily intake of vitamin B6. They also contain potassium and fiber. Other foods rich in vitamin B6 are sunflower seeds, pistachio nuts, and turkey \u2014\u00a0it\u2019s not just for Thanksgiving!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Stop Taking Vitamin B9 (Folic Acid): Eat Black-Eyed Peas<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/thumbor.thedailymeal.com\/PE1T7L1j7ac8lIncMPXJUKV_MI4=\/870x565\/https:\/\/www.thedailymeal.com\/sites\/default\/files\/2018\/03\/16\/03_1.jpg\" width=\"870\" height=\"565\" alt=\"Stop Taking Vitamin B9 (Folic Acid): Eat Black-Eyed Peas\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thumbor.thedailymeal.com\/PE1T7L1j7ac8lIncMPXJUKV_MI4=\/870x565\/https:\/\/www.thedailymeal.com\/sites\/default\/files\/2018\/03\/16\/03_1.jpg 1x\">istockphoto.com<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>One cup of cooked black-eyed peas contains 89 percent of your daily value of vitamin B9 (folic acid). Folic acid is a crucial nutrient for normal brain functioning\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pubmed\/19388520\">and emotional health<\/a>, but excessive alcohol consumption, celiac disease, or inflammatory bowel disease can all negatively affect its absorption. Use black-eyed peas as a base for a cold salad, or\u00a0cook them down low-and-slow with some stew meat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Stop Taking Vitamin C: Eat Oranges<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/thumbor.thedailymeal.com\/O6lhbzwX9dUsEbY7ZcHGF72WWqs=\/870x565\/https:\/\/www.thedailymeal.com\/sites\/default\/files\/2018\/03\/16\/04_1.jpg\" width=\"870\" height=\"565\" alt=\"Stop Taking Vitamin C: Eat Oranges\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thumbor.thedailymeal.com\/O6lhbzwX9dUsEbY7ZcHGF72WWqs=\/870x565\/https:\/\/www.thedailymeal.com\/sites\/default\/files\/2018\/03\/16\/04_1.jpg 1x\">istockphoto.com<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Don\u2019t just run them through a juicer; this fibrous citrus fruit contains even more nutrients when consumed whole. Ripping through an orange provides your daily amount of vitamin C, but it also contributes other nutrients such as folate, potassium, and vitamin B1. Eat one for a sweet snack or get a savory serving of vitamin C from some red peppers, kale, or\u00a0Brussels sprouts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Stop Taking Vitamin D: Eat Portobello Mushrooms<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/thumbor.thedailymeal.com\/A04PDRHaBX4lIcHiEhhAWe0jB4Y=\/870x565\/https:\/\/www.thedailymeal.com\/sites\/default\/files\/2018\/03\/16\/05_1.jpg\" width=\"870\" height=\"565\" alt=\"Stop Taking Vitamin D: Eat Portobello Mushrooms\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thumbor.thedailymeal.com\/A04PDRHaBX4lIcHiEhhAWe0jB4Y=\/870x565\/https:\/\/www.thedailymeal.com\/sites\/default\/files\/2018\/03\/16\/05_1.jpg 1x\">istockphoto.com<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Dull winter mornings\u00a0might take a toll on our tans, but they can also affect our natural intake of vitamin D \u2014 which can trigger\u00a0some unpleasant symptoms. Fortunately,\u00a0sunlight is not the only source of vitamin D; it can also be consumed inside at the dinner table. Portobello mushroom farmers expose their crops to additional lighting, which boosts the vitamin D content\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.eatingwell.com\/nutrition_health\/nutrition_news_information\/helpful_health_benefits_of_mushrooms_vitamin_d\">by almost 3,000 percent<\/a>. Grill up some portobello mushrooms and top with tomato, mozzarella, and pesto for a spin on a\u00a0Caprese salad.Next<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Stop Taking Vitamin E: Eat Sunflower Seeds<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/thumbor.thedailymeal.com\/4RR9JZM2q4HFlSIPfHB6TR-rlAo=\/870x565\/https:\/\/www.thedailymeal.com\/sites\/default\/files\/2018\/03\/16\/06_1.jpg\" width=\"870\" height=\"565\" alt=\"Stop Taking Vitamin E: Eat Sunflower Seeds\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thumbor.thedailymeal.com\/4RR9JZM2q4HFlSIPfHB6TR-rlAo=\/870x565\/https:\/\/www.thedailymeal.com\/sites\/default\/files\/2018\/03\/16\/06_1.jpg 1x\">istockphoto.com<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A small handful of sunflower seeds provide half of the daily recommended intake of vitamin E. The seeds also contain magnesium and selenium, two minerals crucial to reducing swelling and inflammation in the body.\u00a0Here are some recipes that can help incorporate sunflower seeds into a meal.\u00a0If sunflower seeds aren\u2019t your thing;\u00a0sweet potatoes, spinach, and\u00a0almonds\u00a0are also good sources of vitamin E.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Stop Taking Vitamin K: Eat Broccoli<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/thumbor.thedailymeal.com\/H0ucW1GmbS4qamfZX41icOyZBEk=\/870x565\/https:\/\/www.thedailymeal.com\/sites\/default\/files\/2018\/03\/16\/07_1.jpg\" width=\"870\" height=\"565\" alt=\"Stop Taking Vitamin K: Eat Broccoli\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thumbor.thedailymeal.com\/H0ucW1GmbS4qamfZX41icOyZBEk=\/870x565\/https:\/\/www.thedailymeal.com\/sites\/default\/files\/2018\/03\/16\/07_1.jpg 1x\">istockphoto.com<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Though often overlooked in favor of\u00a0its trendy relative, kale,\u00a0broccoli is an important vegetable\u00a0that should be included in weekly dinners. One cup of cooked broccoli contains over 200 percent of your daily requirement for vitamin K, an essential nutrient for bone strength. Broccoli is delicious\u00a0oven-roasted,\u00a0grilled, or\u00a0blended into a smooth soup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Stop Taking Calcium: Eat Collard Greens<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/thumbor.thedailymeal.com\/TEZtk67XxIzk9vFRGZz_LacQYt4=\/870x565\/https:\/\/www.thedailymeal.com\/sites\/default\/files\/2018\/03\/16\/4929873-08.jpg\" width=\"870\" height=\"565\" alt=\"Stop Taking Calcium: Eat Collard Greens\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thumbor.thedailymeal.com\/TEZtk67XxIzk9vFRGZz_LacQYt4=\/870x565\/https:\/\/www.thedailymeal.com\/sites\/default\/files\/2018\/03\/16\/4929873-08.jpg 1x\">istockphoto.com<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This staple of\u00a0Southern cooking\u00a0is actually a superfood in disguise \u2014 and it can be a savior for anyone suffering from lactose sensitivity. A 3.5-ounce serving of cooked collard greens provides a quarter of the daily requirement of calcium and a half a day\u2019s worth of vitamin C. Collard greens are initially tough, but\u00a0become more tender after hours of slow cooking.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Stop Taking Iron: Eat Oysters<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/thumbor.thedailymeal.com\/nlvHxPeJtu1Q31rQF4G9jwNvwyg=\/870x565\/https:\/\/www.thedailymeal.com\/sites\/default\/files\/2018\/03\/16\/09_1.jpg\" width=\"870\" height=\"565\" alt=\"Stop Taking Iron: Eat Oysters\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thumbor.thedailymeal.com\/nlvHxPeJtu1Q31rQF4G9jwNvwyg=\/870x565\/https:\/\/www.thedailymeal.com\/sites\/default\/files\/2018\/03\/16\/09_1.jpg 1x\">istockphoto.com<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Whether they\u2019re fresh or canned, oysters are some of\u00a0the most nutrient-dense seafood available. A one-cup serving of oysters has 17.5 grams of protein and more than 100 percent of the daily recommended allowance of iron. Need some oyster inspiration? <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Stop Taking Manganese: Eat Chickpeas<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/thumbor.thedailymeal.com\/I0CvywyPLc3BqBVJ39z2AC0_FHM=\/870x565\/https:\/\/www.thedailymeal.com\/sites\/default\/files\/2018\/03\/16\/10_1.jpg\" width=\"870\" height=\"565\" alt=\"Stop Taking Manganese: Eat Chickpeas\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thumbor.thedailymeal.com\/I0CvywyPLc3BqBVJ39z2AC0_FHM=\/870x565\/https:\/\/www.thedailymeal.com\/sites\/default\/files\/2018\/03\/16\/10_1.jpg 1x\">istockphoto.com<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Chickpeas (also known as garbanzos) are inexpensive, versatile, and delicious. One cup of chickpeas covers the recommended daily intake of manganese and folate. Try throwing some canned chickpeas in a blender with sesame paste, lemon juice, and salt for a tasty alternative to manganese pills, or\u00a0try one of these five life-changing hummus recipes. Chickpeas are one of the best\u00a0foods to eat before a workout, too!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Source<\/strong>: thedailymeal<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Why spend your paycheck on pills when you can eat your vitamins instead? 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