DO PEOPLE EATING A RELATIVELY HEALTHY DIET NEED A MULTI?
Dr. Fuhrman believes they do. Some people, even when consuming an ideal diet, may need more of certain nutrients. Individual absorption and utilization of nutrients varies from person to person and some people simply require more to maximize their health. For example, some individuals require more Vitamin D or B12 due to differences in absorption and utilization, and likewise some may also require more minerals such as selenium or zinc for maximizing their health and longevity. By taking this multi along with an excellent diet longevity and protection against disease is even more enhanced. It is well established that a high quality, nutrient dense diet can reduce the risk of chronic illnesses such as cancer, heart disease and osteoporosis.15 Most Americans however, continue to eat a nutritionally deficient, disease causing diet. In fact, eighty percent do not even come close to eating five servings of fruits and vegetables daily. This leads to significant deficiencies in a number of mi
