These dietician-approved nutrition strategies can put the pep back in your step.

Which of the following nutrients could be lacking in your diet: iron, vitamin D, vitamin B12?

Okay, this is actually a trick question: The answer is any or all of the above.

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Heres why, and how to check that youre getting enough.

What Are Micronutrients?

and more under-the-radar minerals such as zinc and molybdenum.

Could I Have a Micronutrient Deficiency?

How Can I Get More Micronutrients in My Diet?

You might also consider taking a daily multivitamin, especially if youre over 50.

Extra credit if you read it while eating a big colorful, nutritioussalad.

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Cleveland Clinic Health Library: Diseases and Conditions.

“Vitamin B12 Deficiency.

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