The Great Nutrient Collapse

The Great Nutrient Collapse

With the climate change, changes in farming methods, and increased amount of processed foods, our population is in a nutrient deficit and calorie surplus. How can I combat this change in our food supply. With fruits and vegetables having less of what we need, I have personally turned to supplementation. 

The big three

Protein

As the article states, our foods are becoming higher in fats/carbs and deficient in protein. One easy way to increase protein intake during the day is to take a protein supplement. Many different types exist, including plant egg, or meat options for those with dairy intolerance.

Omega 3s

Omega 3 fats should exist in our beef, pork, and other meats, but due to breeding processes our foods are incredibly deficient in these healthy fats. Taking a fish supplement can be beneficial in restoring the omega 3-6-9 balance that our bodies need.

Micronutrients

While a multivitamin can be a good option here, an even better option is a power-packed green smoothie. "Greens" powders are becoming increasingly popular and are better than synthetic vitamins because they provide nutrients in the configuration that nature intended, rather than as an isolated individual vitamin/mineral.