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benefit from supplementation (dieting should only be considered for

just a few weeks).

• It is likely that there are performance benefits from eating
vegetables—Popeye was onto something with that spinach habit.

• If you have issues with energy, feel hungry, wonder why your skin is
pale, or have messed up sleep patterns, it could be that you’re

deficient in your nutrition.
• Water is important for fat loss and performance.

• Consume a colorful, balanced, whole foods diet. As they say “taste

the rainbow”
• Prioritize nutrient-dense foods first, but don’t go crazy and start
removing all treats; pleasure is important too!

What are Micronutrients?

Vitamins, minerals, phytochemicals, and zoochemicals.

Micro because of the quantities: While macronutrients are generally

counted in grams, micronutrients are generally counted in milligrams
(or less). Think of macros as being the gas in

your car, giving it the energy to propel the
engine; micros as the oil and lubricants,

keeping the car from breaking down. Minerals

are non-organic. Some of these (calcium,
sodium, potassium, magnesium, etc.) are

needed in greater quantities than others (iron,
copper, zinc, etc.). Not coincidentally, foods

that contain calcium, sodium,

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