Everyone knows about the big three macronutrients: Protein, Fat and Carbohydrates and its role in overall health and fitness. However, most people overlook micronutrients such as Calcium, Vitamin B, Zinc, Magnesium etc which are equally as important in helping you achieve your  health or fitness goals.

Micronutrients is a term to describe vitamins and minerals that are required by the body in general. These vitamins and minerals need to be obtained from the food we consume as it is not naturally produced by the human body. Iron, Zinc and Magnesium are the most common micronutrient deficiencies faced by people, even in developed countries. This will affect key development such as mental and physical development in children, vulnerability or exacerbation of disease and general losses in productivity and potential.

Adequate intake of micronutrients is therefore essential to maintain optimal health as these micronutrients serve a wide variety of functions, from blood pressure regulation to hormonal control and metabolism rate control. Micronutrients such as Iron, Zinc and Magnesium are not only commonly found in meats but also vegan friendly sources that you can incorporate into your diet.

Zinc	Magnesium	Iron
Pumpkin Seeds	Cashews	Broccoli
Chickpeas	Almonds	Spinach
Black Beans	Pumpkin Seeds	Tofu
Lentils	Oats	Sesame Seeds
Oats	Seaweed	Chia Seeds
Brown Rice	Spinach	Hemp Seeds
Quinoa	Pecans	Cashew
Mushrooms	Quinoa	Pine Nuts

Also, Confetti’s lovely Mushroom chips serve as an excellent source for these micronutrients that could be supplemented through an indulgent snack at any time of the day. Try them now!

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