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“This research was done by my colleagues and mentor, Dr. Bruce Ames, and showed that people eating terrible diets can improve their metabolism and decrease inflammation in just two months if they add micronutrients and fiber to their otherwise unhealthy diet.”

“The mechanisms underlying endothelial dysfunction have yet to be fully elucidated; however, inflammation, a key regulator of blood vessel permeability, is a major contributor. Chronic inflammation caused by lack of micronutrients is common in aging.”

“If a mother's nutritional status is compromised, her milk may be inadequate to supply sufficient quantities of essential micronutrients to her infant, and supplementation (for the mother, infant, or both) may be necessary.”

“A prospective study of more than 16,000 people in Spain demonstrated that deficiency in more than four essential micronutrients was associated with increased risk for developing depression.”

“However, a study involving more than 2,500 mentally healthy older adults found that a higher daily dietary magnesium intake (at least 407 milligrams) was linked to better overall brain function, primarily among non-Hispanic white females with adequate vitamin D status, underscoring the interdependence of the two nutrients.”

“Researchers analyzed the findings of more than 880 trials involving more than 880,000 participants that investigated the benefits of various macronutrients, micronutrients, and bioactive compounds on cardiovascular health.”

“5-methyl-folate, which is also available as a supplement, does not rely on this conversion step. Taken together, this work reinforces guidance to ensure adequate micronutrient intake before and during pregnancy and suggests that standard supplements may help lower autism risk.”

“People who limit their caloric intake, eliminate one or more food groups from their diet, adhere to severe weight-loss practices, or eat unbalanced diets that are low in micronutrients may require supplements.”

“Certain micronutrient deficiencies are common in vegan diets, such as vitamin B12 and iron. However, vegans and vegetarians frequently have higher levels of other micronutrients, such as vitamins C and E.”

“In this video, Dr. Rhonda Patrick interviews Dr. Terry Wahls about how she reversed her secondary-progressive multiple sclerosis with a micronutrient-dense diet and Paleo principles.”