6 Vitamins and Minerals You May Not Be Getting Enough Of
Read this before you make your next shopping list.
By Emma Haak McKinley
Vitamin C
Why you might be low: This one's dietary. According to the latest U.S. Dietary Guidelines for Americans, vitamin C is one the key nutrients that many Americans' diets are lacking, probably because the very best sources are fruits and vegetables.
Why you need it: Vitamin C helps your body absorb iron, and it's also critical for healing wounds and repairing any damaged tissues in your body, including your bones, teeth and cartilage.
Where to find it: In the produce aisle. Top sources of vitamin C include citrus fruits, peppers, cruciferous veggies like broccoli, cauliflower and Brussels sprouts, strawberries and kiwis.
Published 05/25/2018