A well-rounded, varied diet of mostly unprocessed foods will provide many of the DVs recommended by the FDA.
High doses of water-soluble vitamins are excreted in the urine, although fat-soluble vitamins are stored in the tissues. High doses of fat-soluble vitamins can lead to toxicity and even death.
Certain disease states require higher vitamin and mineral intake, supplemented beyond dietary sources.
Vitamin-mineral supplements should be selected based on age, sex, and specific need.
Coenzyme and antioxidant properties are critical functions of vitamins and minerals.
Nutrition facts food labels and MyPlate can assist in choosing foods high in vitamins and minerals.