Chances are very few of us are getting all the nutrients we need daily the natural way – through food. WHY? Due to lack of time and not enough energy to make the effort to do so, therefore we need SUPPLEMENTS!
1) MULTIVITAMINS- are top priority. They’re a safety net to cover any nutrient imbalances, protecting us from many diseases, birth defects and iron deficiency.
2) VITAMIN E-helps to reverse deficits in immune function as you age.
Foods: almonds and walnuts, leafy veggies, whole grains.
3) VITAMIN C- an antioxidant which increases immunity to help prevent heart disease and cancer and other illnesses.
Foods: Citrus juice, broccoli, red peppers, tomatoes.
4) CALCIUM and VITAMIN D- Calcium strengthens the bones and vitamin D sends the message to the body to absorb the calcium.
Foods: Dairy products and supplements for recommended amounts
5) FOLATE- or FOLIC ACID-(VITAMIN B9)
a) Helps memory and mental function in postmenopausal women b) Also helps prevent brain/spinal cord birth defects
c) The Happiness Pill. It helps the brain use mood-regulating chemicalsFoods: asparagus, spinach, broccoli, OJ, fortified breads and cereals (in the grains)
6) VITAMIN B COMPLEX-(8 Vitamins)-Keeps your heart healthy
Foods: meat, dairy and whole grains in cereals, nuts, green leafy veggies
7) OMEGA 3 FATS (Fish Oils)-Prevents heart disease and stroke
Foods: Eat fish two times per week
8) IRON- Is the Energizer and helps to reverse fatigue
Foods: Red meat, fish and poultry, spinach and legumes
9) SELENIUM-The mineral that helps you breathe easier-if you’re asthmatic
So now how does any of this relate to my McDonald’s experience?
Well McDonald’s was one of the first restaurants, especially being fast food, to have NUTRITION TABLES up on display at all restaurants, on some menu items and on the back of their tray liners. McDonalds.ca Nutrition Calculator has extensive nutrition information on their site, ranging from the ingredients in their foods, nutrient amounts as per daily % values, facts about their foods and information on making informed nutritional choices.
The Nutrition Calculator has every McDonald’s menu item and allows you to put together your meal by the click of your mouse and lets you know exactly what you are eating. How neat is that? I thought it was very open and informative of McDonald’s to offer this important info to us all, as every single restaurant should!
I love the Nutrition Calculator it is so easy. You just place your food on the tray and you know exactly what you are getting. Love it!