IN THIS CHAPTER

Here, we discuss the difference between “sufficient” and “optimal” macro- and micronutrient intake and why this matters, and why subclinical deficiencies can be relevant using Magnesium as an example. We go on to discuss what is meant by a “Healthy Diet” and what foods are advised to be increased, substituted or avoided. This forms the basis of recommendations that can be used to support someone in improving their health through their diet using a lifestyle medicine approach.

Macro- and Micronutrients