You know what a positive influence a healthy diet with all the important micronutrients has on your well-being , but you don't always manage to eat a balanced diet in everyday life? In this article, we want to explain all the important information on the subject of micronutrients in an understandable way, so that you can optimize your diet in a targeted and conscious way and supplement it with nutritional supplements as needed.
What are micronutrients?
Micronutrients include all important vitamins, minerals, trace elements and secondary plant substances. They are also called vital substances. In comparison to macronutrients such as fat, carbohydrates and protein, with a few exceptions they do not provide any energy in the form of calories. Nevertheless, they are important. When we talk about a wholesome, balanced diet, this means that all important, vital nutrients (micro and macro nutrients) are present in sufficient quantities and the nutritional needs can be met.
What does the body need micronutrients for?
In short, micronutrients are important for maintaining our health . They are responsible for countless processes in the body. All known vitamins, minerals, trace elements and secondary plant substances are vital in their interaction for the immune system, for numerous metabolic processes and for the growth and regeneration of body cells. If we take a closer look at the individual micronutrients, we see that vitamins play a crucial role in the growth and immune system of the body. Minerals are often also called minerals. If they only occur in low concentrations in the body, we call them trace elements. Even if they are only needed in very small quantities, they are vital. Minerals such as sodium, potassium, magnesium, iron and zinc are responsible for metabolism. This includes, for example, regulating the water balance, transmitting signals from nerves and muscles and regulating the acid-base balance. Secondary plant substances are bioactive substances that give food its color. In the human diet, they can lower cholesterol levels and prevent infections caused by fungal pathogens, bacteria and viruses.
Are micronutrients useful?
We have already seen what the body needs micronutrients for and that they are used sensibly. But do we necessarily need a daily intake? The problem with micronutrients is that the human body cannot produce them itself. It must therefore consume them through food. Unfortunately, we are also unable to store micronutrients. In addition, the micronutrients we consume are broken down very quickly by the body. It is clear that only a careful selection of foods can ensure a balanced diet with all essential nutrients, and that on a daily basis. The DGE (German Nutrition Society), for example, recommends eating 5 portions of fruit and vegetables a day. There is no doubt how important a regular intake of all essential micronutrients is for our organism.
daily requirement of micronutrients
The German Nutrition Society has determined the daily requirement for each individual micronutrient. These reference values indicate the amount of a particular nutrient that the human body needs on average. When "required" is mentioned, it always refers to the minimum amount that the body needs daily to function optimally, i.e. to be healthy and efficient. The need for vitamins, minerals and trace elements differs from person to person and depends on various factors such as age, lifestyle and whether medication is taken.
When is there an increased need?
The basis of a healthy lifestyle is always a balanced diet. However, nutrition experts believe that even a healthy and balanced diet does not guarantee an adequate supply of micronutrients. Various circumstances can make it difficult to meet requirements through food alone. For example, people who suffer from an illness or who regularly take medication have an increased need . This also includes taking the contraceptive pill, anti-allergy medication or painkillers every day. There is also an increased need in old age, as there is a risk that insufficient micronutrients will reach the body due to low food intake and slower metabolic processes. The need is then often so high that it can no longer be met through food alone.
What happens if there is a micronutrient deficiency?
Deficiencies in micronutrients have an impact on health. As soon as a critical threshold is reached and the amount falls below a certain threshold, it is referred to as a deficiency . It is the inadequate supply of essential and supporting nutrients to the metabolism. A distinction must be made between two types of nutrient deficiencies: Marginal nutrient deficiency is a condition in which the body's performance is restricted, but the situation is not life-threatening. This temporary deficiency can initially be noticed through everyday effects on energy and health. However, if there is an undersupply over a longer period of time, it is referred to as an absolute nutrient deficiency. Due to the permanent undersupply, the body cannot maintain its basic vital functions and serious illnesses can occur.
When should you specifically take micronutrients?
There is often a rumor that a balanced diet provides all the micronutrients you need from food. However, this is not the case. Experts have found that it is not only sick and old people who can have a micronutrient deficiency. Healthy people also quickly have an increased need: when they are under increased stress, when they consume stimulants such as alcohol and nicotine, during pregnancy and breastfeeding, and when they are exercising more intensely. In addition, the industrial processing of many foods means that not enough nutrients reach the body. And even fruit and vegetables can lose micronutrients due to long delivery routes and storage times. Therefore, many nutrition experts recommend a selected supplement with micronutrients. Before you decide to supplement your diet, however, it is best to discuss your dietary supplements with a doctor.
The I DO Essence: The vitamin concentrate for the daily supply of micronutrients
The organic nutrient concentrate I DO Essence offers you the opportunity to supplement your diet in a sensible way in order to meet your micronutrient requirements. The food supplement is produced in a controlled organic manner and consists of raw materials that meet the highest quality standards and contain high-quality micronutrients. The I DO Essence consists of no fewer than 12 multi-fermented organic ingredients and has been refined with cold-pressed juice in raw food quality. The careful selection and tested combination of fruits, vegetables and nuts can develop and potentiate its full effect through the complex multiple fermentation process.
Small amount – big effect
By taking one tablespoon of I DO essence every day, you support the optimization of your diet and give yourself more energy and performance in everyday life. Through targeted supplementation with micronutrients, you strengthen your immune system and your defenses. The high concentration of vitamin C supports the normal function of the immune system, energy metabolism and reduces tiredness and exhaustion. The combination of purely natural organic foods and production using the latest technology delivers a high-quality vitamin concentrate with great effect.
Conclusion
You don't always manage to eat as balanced and healthy as you would like? But you want to take care of yourself as best as possible without taking individual isolated vitamins? Then the I DO Essence is exactly the right choice for you to provide a basic supply of all important vitamins, minerals, trace elements and secondary plant substances. The natural composition of selected organic ingredients optimizes nutrition and provides vital micronutrients to keep the body healthy and efficient. With just one tablespoon of the organic vitamin concentrate a day, you have the clever solution to optimize your diet in a practical and natural way.
