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Nutrients & plant compounds

Read about nutrients, dietary sources and what the evidence can and cannot tell us.

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Nutrients & plant compounds

Gingerols

Pungent ginger compounds; 6-gingerol has been studied alongside usual medicines during chemotherapy.

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Nutrients & plant compounds

Iron

Iron helps blood deliver oxygen; both animal and plant foods can supply it.

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Nutrients & plant compounds

Magnesium

Magnesium helps muscles move, nerves pass signals and the body use energy from food.

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Nutrients & plant compounds

Vitamin B12

Vitamin B12 makes red blood cells and supports nerves; vegans need a reliable source and supplement.

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Nutrients & plant compounds

Vitamin D

Vitamin D helps maintain bones and normal muscle function; some groups need a daily supplement.

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Nutrients & plant compounds

Zinc

Zinc helps growth, tissue repair and normal immunity; more is not always better.

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