Nutrients
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.
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
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.
