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Nutrients

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Did you know we can get all the nutrition we need from a whole-foods, plant-based (WFPB) diet? Not only that, a WFPB diet is free of harmful ingredients that are often part of animal-based products or processed foods. But we do need to eat a variety of plants to get all the nutrients we need, and this is where Be NutriSavvy comes in.

At Be NutriSavvy we give you information and resources to help you get familiar with the nutrients that your body needs to thrive, their best sources, the right amounts for you and your family, and important facts that can guide your decision on how to integrate them in your diets.

Visit each interactive nutrient page by clicking or tapping on the links below.

Macronutrients

Carbohydrates

Stop the carbophobia! Discover why we need them to thrive.

Fats

Identify the only two types of fats we need and learn why.

Protein

See why plant protein is not just enough, it’s our best choice.

Fiber

Discover fiber benefits that go way beyond regularity.

Omega 3

Is plant-based ALA enough or do we need EPA & DHA too?

Omega 6

Learn why omega 6 can be both inflammatory and anti-inflammatory.

Micronutrients – Vitamins

Carotenoids vs Retinol

See why preformed retinol can be toxic and plants are the way to go.

Thiamin

Discover how this nutrient supports our heart, brain and metabolism.

Riboflavin

Learn why it is particularly important during pregnancy and lactation.

Niacin

See how this vitamin is responsible for the energy in all our cells.

Pantothenic Acid

B5 helps us metabolize fats and may help lower our cholesterol.

Pyridoxine

See how this nutrient is key to our brain health in all life stages.

Biotin

Find out if it really helps with hair loss prevention.

Folate

Folic acid can be toxic, get your folate directly from plants instead.

Cobalamin

Get the right supplement for this nutrient we can’t get from plants.

Ascorbic Acid

Discover why vitamin C is besties with other key nutrients.

Vitamin D

Sun, mushrooms, or supplements? Figure out your best source.

Vitamin E

Plant-based vitamin E helps prevent Alzheimer’s disease.

Vitamin K

Vitamin K deficiency leads to osteoporosis. Learn more.

Micronutrients – Minerals

Calcium

Discover the best plant sources and ways to enhance absorption.

Copper

Copper deficiency is uncommon, except during pregnancy.

Iron

Discover why plant-based iron is better than heme iron.

Iodine

Too little and too much can be bad. Find the right sources.

Magnesium

Reduce your risk of sudden cardiac arrest by 40%.

Manganese

Find out what plant may be giving you too much manganese.

Phosphorus

See why toxicity is common through animal-based and processed foods.

Potassium

Most people are not getting enough. Learn the risks here.

Selenium

See how selenium affects our thyroid function.

Sodium

Discover some lightly processed foods with high levels of sodium.

Zinc

Learn why zinc is a key nutrient for our muscles and bones.