HealthyPIG Magazine
What nutrients are not available in animal foods?
There are many differences between animal foods and plant foods. This is especially true of their nutritional value, as many nutrients are unique to plant or animal foods. For optimal nutrition, it makes sense to follow a balanced diet that includes both. This article lists 10 common nutrients that are difficult or impossible to obtain from animal foods.
Benefits of Vitamin C
Vitamin C is a nutrient essential to health. It helps to form and maintain bones, skin and blood vessels. It is also an antioxidant. Vitamin C is naturally present in certain foods, especially fruits and vegetables. Vitamin C supplements are also available. Other names for vitamin C include L-ascorbic acid, ascorbic acid, and L-ascorbate. In this article, learn more about why we need vitamin C, how many vitamins we need, and where to find it.
