Foods like pasta, rice, white bread, sugar and other white foods are off limits. However, cauliflower is a white food you can feel good about eating. This nonstarchy vegetable is a cruciferous vegetable like cabbage and broccoli. High intake of cruciferous vegetables is associated with a lower risk of some cancers.
Vitamin and mineral supplements can be costly, but taking them often makes us feel like we are doing the right thing for our health. Unfortunately, a number of research studies--including the extensive Iowa Women's Healthy Study--indicate that supplements are not always beneficial.
Iron and vitamin B12 are essential nutrients. They help with oxygen delivery to cells, increase immunity and improve energy and strength. Deficiencies can lead to a number of problems and might require you to take supplements.n adults, too much iron can increase the risk of heart disease and other health problems. To prevent problems, always talk to your doctor before taking iron supplements. Women 19 to 50 years of age need 18 mg of iron per day. Men over 19 need 8 mg per day.