Whole foods vs. supplements: Which is better for nutrient intake?

Click here for more articles by Kormedi.com Getting essential nutrients such as vitamins, iron, folate and dietary fiber from food rather than supplements is generally considered the better option, according to health experts. Foods contain not only individual nutrients but also a variety of bioactive compounds that work together to support one's health. For example, oranges provide vitamin C along with fiber and flavonoids, while spinach contains iron, folate, vitamin K and antioxidants. These components can have synergistic effects that improve nutrient absorption and utilization. Some nutrients are also more efficiently used by the body when consumed in food form. Unlike supplements, which are highly concentrated and can be overconsumed, whole foods pose less risk of excessive intake. Certain foods are so nutrient-rich that a single serving can meet or even exceed daily recommended amounts of specific nutrients. Drawing on information from U.S. health and medical outlet Healthline and other sources, here are several foods that contain higher amounts of certain nutrients than many multWeiter zum vollständigen Artikel bei Korea Times Weiter zum vollständigen Artikel bei Korea Times