Fitness Stuff (for normal people) Micronutrients: A Deep Dive
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Jun 30, 2025 Discover why micronutrients are essential for health, energy, and mental clarity, despite the focus on calories and macros. Learn about common deficiencies and the vital roles of nutrients like magnesium, potassium, and iron. Explore the significance of omega-3s and how they often fall short in our diets. Understand the importance of fiber and its impact on gut health. Finally, embrace a colorful plate philosophy for better nutrition and a balanced approach to supplements.
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Micronutrients Affect More Than Weight
- Micronutrients impact energy, digestion, mental clarity, recovery, and sleep, unlike macros which mainly influence body composition.
- Even if you hit your macros, neglecting micros can make you feel terrible and hinder consistent progress.
Test and Supplement Vitamin D
- Check vitamin D levels with blood tests because deficiency and insufficiency are widespread yet underdiagnosed.
- Supplement with vitamin D especially if you live in less sunny areas or have low blood levels despite sun exposure.
Tony's Vitamin D Deficiency Story
- Tony was clinically deficient in vitamin D despite living in sunny San Diego and felt massive improvements after supplementing.
- This personal experience highlights how common vitamin D insufficiency is even in sunny climates.