Do I need to take supplements?

Before taking any supplements, vitamins, or minerals, we recommend getting a blood test to determine if they are necessary.

If you prefer not to take supplements, here is a list of low-carb foods rich in essential vitamins and minerals:

• Vitamin B: Liver and other organ meats (liver, kidney, heart), red meats (grass-fed beef or lamb), seafood (salmon, oysters, clams, mussels, trout), eggs, dark leafy greens (kale, chard, spinach), nuts and seeds (sunflower seeds, pistachios, sesame seeds), chicken and turkey, nutritional yeast (a great source of B-12 with a cheesy flavor).
• Vitamin C: Red and green bell peppers, broccoli, brussels sprouts, spinach, cauliflower, cabbage, strawberries.
• Vitamin E: Avocado, broccoli, spinach, almonds.
• Vitamin D: Fatty fish (mackerel, trout, salmon, sardines), eggs, beef liver.
• Calcium: Dairy products; if avoiding dairy, good alternatives include fish, broccoli, kale, bok choy, or calcium-enriched unsweetened/unflavored almond milk.
• Magnesium: Nuts, artichokes, spinach, fish.
• Phosphorus: Meat, cheese, nuts, seeds.
• Chloride: Most vegetables, olives, salt, seaweed.