From A to K: Boost Your Health IQ of Essential Vitamins

Posted under: General Health, Nutrition

For optimal health, it is essential to have a balanced diet and get enough of essential vitamins and minerals. However, for some people it may be difficult to get all the essential nutrients from food alone. That’s where vitamins and supplements come in. They can help fill the gap and support overall health.

Exploring the Vital Role Of Vitamins and Nutrients

Question: What is the primary role of Vitamin A in the body?

Answer: It helps to maintain healthy vision and skin.

Question: What is the recommended daily allowance of Vitamin C for adults?

Answer: The recommended daily allowance of Vitamin C is 75 – 90 mg/day.

Question: What is the primary function of Vitamin D in the body?

Answer: It helps the body absorb and use calcium for strong bones and teeth.

Question: What is the primary function of Vitamin E in the body?

Answer: It acts as an antioxidant to protect cells from damage.

Question: What is the primary function of Vitamin K in the body?

Answer: It helps the blood to clot properly.

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Question: What is the recommended daily allowance of Vitamin B12 for adults?

Answer: The recommended daily allowance of Vitamin B12 is 2.4 mcg/day.

Question: What is the primary function of folic acid in the body?

Answer: It helps the body to produce red blood cells and prevent neural tube defects in developing fetuses.

Question: What is the primary function of iron in the body?

Answer: It helps the body to produce red blood cells and transport oxygen throughout the body.

Question: What is the primary function of calcium in the body?

Answer: It helps to build and maintain strong bones and teeth.

Question: What is the primary function of omega-3 fatty acids in the body?

Answer: They help to reduce inflammation and support heart and brain health.

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Before working with Sharon, I tried Weight Watchers, the Atkins diet, and others which would give me very short term results but then I would go back to the old way of eating....

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— Michelle E.

G Butter is a great snack to satisfy your sweet tooth. S'mores is my favorite and Sugar Cookie is a close second. I usually add fresh berries to mine to make it even better....

— Bonita P.

I love the Chocolate Peanut Butter Bliss brownies. I eat one when I'm really craving a sweet treat. They are tasty and knowing that they are Sharon-approved makes me feel good...

— Shannon R.

I'm a cinnamon freak so I was excited to taste the Cinnamon Toast Breakfast Cake brownie. It has been a great go-to when I'm on the run out the door for breakfast....

— Michelle S.

G Butter is an absolutely delicious treat you can enjoy without guilt! You can use it as a spread, but my favorite way to eat it is by popping it in the microwave for 30 secon...

— Andrea B.

I have Cookie Dough G Butter as part of my post workout snack, either spread on a whole grain waffle or even just a plain spoonful. The thing I like most about G Butter is th...

— Carrie N.

I tried the G Butter Sugar Cookie two ways – straight from the jar and microwaved. Definitely a sweet treat. I liked it better microwaved than right from the jar. Tasted jus...

— Eileen H.

I was very surprised how well I liked the Red Velvet G Butter. I'm not a big fan of the cake but thought what the heck what do I have to lose? It has a good taste with lik...

— Michelle S.

The Quest Chocolate Sprinkled Doughnut bars are fantastic! Thick chocolate coating over the “doughnut” center with sprinkles on top. I highly recommend them if you like ch...

— Martha

OMG! I think the seasonal Quest Pumpkin Pie bars are my top favorite flavor, tied with the Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough bars. It was soooooo yummy! It had a "frosting" outer la...

— Susan

The Quest Peppermint Bark protein bars are AMAZING! They are my new favorite with Chocolate Brownie a close second....

— Rosi S.

I am very impressed with the tortilla chips. I had the Ranch - they are tasty, light, and airy. Fulfills the chip craving for crunch. ...

— Robin A.

I LOVE the Quest Nacho Cheese tortilla chips. I know how important portion control is, but wish the bag was BIGGER! :)...

— Michelle S.

The Quest Nacho Cheese tortilla chips and Ranch tortilla chips are better than Doritos chips by far. They are much lighter and taste better!...

— Kevin C.

The Quest Ranch Tortilla Chips? Man are they good! Light, crispy and great ranch taste!...

— Eileen H.

I LOVED the Quest Nacho Cheese tortilla chips!!!! I thought they tasted very much like a Doritos chip. They satisfied my salt and crunch craving!!!...

— Sue

The Quest Nacho Cheese tortilla chips are great! I love Doritos but haven't eaten them for years. Now I have a healthy alternative. These chips are actually lighter and ...

— Leisa F.

The Peanut Butter Brownie Smash Quest Bar is amazing! I love chocolate and peanut butter, and it is the perfect mix!...

— Amy G.

I really like the Quest Nacho Cheese tortilla chips! They have the same flavor as Doritos, but they are not as heavy. They were also very filling...just the right amount of...

— Amy G.

I tried the White Chocolate G Butter cold straight out of the jar from the refrigerator as well as heated in the microwave. Both were very good, but I loved it right out of ...

— Amy G.

Try the Cocoa Hazelnut G Butter! It reminds me of a Hershey bar with almonds. I was surprised at how good it tastes! I then tried White Chocolate and I love it. It reminds ...

— Michelle

Omg! The Quest Peanut Butter Brownie Smash is delicious! Lots of peanut butter flavor and pieces of peanuts!! It's a thicker bar since it's a double decker! May be my new fave...

— Eileen

White Chocolate GButter is the bomb!!! Best flavor yet and not too sweet!...

— Rosi S.

G Butter S'mores is my top favorite so far. My new go-to snack is to make a S'mores brownie and eat it using a few low fat graham crackers. Just like a s'more but healthier! ...

— Korie C.

If you like Rice Krispie treats and s'mores, you will LOVE the new BSN S'Mores Protein Crisp bar. NO campfire required!...

— Michelle S.

My son and I just tried a brownie made out of the G Butter Brownie Batter tonight. It was super delicious!...

— Melinda D.

Thank you for introducing me to the Chike High Protein Iced Coffee. I used to drink a diet Mountain Dew every morning for the caffeine, but now I drink this coffee and I don't...

— Teresa D.

The Birthday Cake Quest bar has an icing coating - that's new! I popped mine in the microwave for 20 seconds like I do with all of my favorite Quest bar flavors. It tasted lik...

— Jenny

A Birthday Cake Quest bar and a hot cup of cinnamon coffee! It's what's for dinner!! Love the taste and texture of the bar, not to mention it's festively fun appearance!!...

— Eileen H.

The Iced Coffee tastes great! I enjoyed it this morning with Sugar Cookie G Butter. I feel a bit like the Energizer Bunny right now. Should have taken the day off and cleaned ...

— Jenny G.

The protein-packed Iced Coffee blends well with ice and water. Its taste is rich and very filling. Reminded me of chocolate milk, but with an extra kick of espresso shots. I i...

— Martha L.

The Mocha Iced Coffee is the bliz whip! It is tasty with an energy boosting kick!...

— Eileen H.

I drank the Peanut Butter Iced Coffee after Metabolic Explosion Training yesterday. I wasn't sure what to expect. Peanut Butter coffee didn't initially sound too appealing but...

— Brian C.

Whoa! Peanut Butter Iced Coffee is delicious!...

— Erika S.

I suffer from Restless Legs Syndrome. Usually I lay down for just a few minutes and then my legs start up. For the past three nights though, I have used the Firefly for 30 min...

— Jason H.

I love the Salted Toffee Pretzel BSN Syntha-6 Protein Crisp bars! They are more like a treat and I am a big fan!...

— Beth

I love the BSN Syntha-6 Protein Crisp bars! I've tried Salted Toffee Pretzel, Chocolate Crunch, and Mocha Latte. Chilling them in the fridge enhanced the flavors. Try them. ...

— Martha

The BSN Syntha-6 Protein Crisp bars are like eating a rice krispie treat. It's hard to believe that they are good for you!...

— Michelle

I LOVE the High Protein Iced Coffee! The Peanut Butter is like liquid Reese's Cups! It is great to have at lunch - it gives you that extra boost to get through the day, and it...

— Michelle S.

The Birthday Cake Quest bar was delicious! Give it a try, you won't be disappointed!...

— Nichole

The Vanilla Marshmallow BSN Syntha-6 Protein Crisp bar tastes a lot like a rice crispy treat. It's really tasty and fills you up too!...

— Nichole D.

I am not normally an iced coffee drinker, however the Peanut Butter High Protein Iced Coffee is in a class by itself.....Yummy! Who knew iced coffee could taste so good while ...

— Roz G.

Sharon has managed once again to recommend protein bars, this time the BSN Syntha-6 Protein Crisp bars, that taste really good and are nutritionally sound. I'm not sure which ...

— Roz

Omg!! The BSN Syntha-6 Protein Crisp bars are sooo good!!! The Peanut Butter ones are like a cross between a Rice Krispie treat and a Pay Day Bar!! And the Salted Toffee...

— Eileen H.

The Firefly recovery device is the bomb. Let me explain that this is not some high-priced professional athlete-only product. If you have sore legs, ankles, or feet for any rea...

— Kevin C

I first used the Firefly after walking over 13 miles to watch my husband run the Chicago Marathon. My legs were incredibly sore by the end of the day. I wore the device for ...

— Leisa F.

Mocha Chocolate Chip Quest bars are a new favorite! Most people hear "mocha" and think "coffee", but I think there is really just a hint of coffee flavor that enhances the cho...

— Erika

The Quest Chocolate Peanut Butter bars are as good as they sound! I cut up the bar and baked it into little cookies. They were crunchy on the outside and a bit gooey on th...

— Kristi S.

I have a new favorite Quest bar - Mocha Chocolate Chip. I love coffee and this is like a good cup of coffee wrapped up in a protein bar! And the Coconut Cashew bar is GOOD too...

— Michelle S.

I like Quest bars because they are soft and taste like muffins. Other kids should try them because they'll think they taste good too....

— Finn B., 5 year old aspiring sports athlete

My 18 year old athlete son can't get enough of Brownie Batter G Butter. He has it almost every morning as part of his breakfast, and sometimes as an after-practice snack. ...

— Jenny G.

I love the G Butter Brownie Batter! I scoop a little peanut butter in a small bowl and then scoop the Brownie Batter on top. I microwave it for about 30 seconds and it becomes...

— Angela O.

The Double Chocolate Chunk Quest bars are devilishly delicious!! And the Mint Chocolate Chunk bars are yummy!! They both are genuinely tasty treats that are better than cand...

— Linda C.

I enjoy the Oatmeal Chocolate Chip and Rocky Road Quest bars. Both are very tasty but my favorite is oatmeal chocolate chip. I eat them for either breakfast or lunch, and like...

— Jenny G.

Quest bars keep me out of trouble! My early work day starts with Carbmaster yogurt and berries. On some days by 9:30 or 10 a.m. I am having a Quest bar to tide me over t...

— Martha L.

I like the Chocolate Brownie Quest bars. they travel well so it's much easier to prep and stay on plan when away from your home kitchen. The Quest Cookies & Cream bars,...

— Beth M.

I have been a fan of G Butter for a few months now. While I usually eat a small bowl of it after heating it up in the microwave, the satisfactory taste of eating the remains o...

— Ben G., star local high school athlete

I’ve eaten the Brownie Batter and Peanut Butter Cup G Butters straight out of the jar, and also microwaved into cookies. One word describes them – Delicious!...

— Gillian

Peanut Butter Cup G butter is yummy - the only way I tried it was by the spoon out of the jar! I just need to figure out how to just eat a serving size instead of a quarter of...

— Sue C.

After throwing out my back, I quickly turned to DPL therapy twice a day for the first 3 days then once a day for the next 4 days. Along with light stretching, I have been able...

— Kevin C.

I tried the Brownie Batter and wow!!! I just stirred it and ate a tablespoon of it! It tasted like I was eating uncooked brownie batter!!! And I love licking the utensil whe...

— Tamara R.

When I first tried the Brownie Batter, I microwaved it and loved the brownie that it made! Then the next day I spread a thin layer of Brownie Batter between tea biscuits and m...

— Roz G.

I had Sugar Cookie for breakfast - LOVE IT - even as much as Brownie Batter! I will choose my flavor each day depending on if I am in the mood for chocolate or not. I prefer b...

— Beth

I microwaved the Sugar Cookie G Butter. Super good cookie! Then I licked the spoon and it tastes good right of the jar too. :)...

— Gillian A.

My favorite G Butter flavor is Cinnamon Bun but I also like Cookie Dough. I have been eating them straight out of the jar. However, this morning I spread some Cinnamon Bun on ...

— Michelle S.

My favorite G Butters are Brownie Batter and Sugar Cookie. I have eaten them straight off of a spoon, dipped an apple in them, and spread them on rice cakes. All three ways ...

— Jen B.

I really like the Cocoa Hazelnut! It has the consistency of brownie batter and tastes like it too. I use it like I would use peanut butter on a piece of toasted bread. It is a...

— Sharon V.

I'm a big fan of the Cookie Dough! It's a creamy consistency with chocolate chips, and little pieces of almond in every bite. My favorite way to eat it is to put it in a s...

— Nichole D.

I love Brownie Batter G Butter. It is a perfect quick (and I mean quick) "I forgot to plan" breakfast or snack! Hot out of the microwave with a bit of fruit is my favorite w...

— Beth M.

After injuring my forearm a few months ago, I was in a lot of pain. Unfortunately, they said that it would take up to a year to heal because of the multiple muscles that a...

— Linda C.

I give Chocolate Peanut Butter Quest bars two thumbs up! My favorite Quest bar is Rocky Road but the new Chocolate Peanut Butter is a very close second. If you like Reese'...

— Leisa F.

A frozen Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Quest Bar is soooooo good. It's like eating homemade cookies while satisfying my craving for something sweet! And the Mocha Chocolate Chip i...

— Roz G.

The Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Quest bars are amazing, and as you know, I'm not even a fan of oatmeal....

— Tamara R.

Tonight I tried the Blueberry Muffin Quest bar after Metabolism Explosion Training class. It was really tasty. I ate half at room temperature and microwaved the other half for...

— Eileen H.

OMG! The Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Quest bar is even better than I dreamed. Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Quest bars are a close second, but this is definitely my favorite flavor!...

— Erika S.

I really, really, really like the Blueberry Muffin Quest bars! The seasonal Peppermint Bark Quest bars are soooo good. It has an outer layer similar to the Birthday Cake Qu...

— Sue

I just ate my first Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Quest bar - on the way home from Metabolic Explosion Training class. It was so good. The flavor reminds me of an oatmeal chocolate c...

— Eileen

I inquired about DPL in regards to left shoulder pain. I had torn a muscle in the winter and noticed the pain started to worsen this past spring. I started DPL therapy in July...

— Michelle M.

I was a little hesitant of trying DPL since it was unfamiliar, but got really excited about trying it after hearing from so many other Metabolic Explosion Training classmates ...

— Beth M.

My plantar fasciitis started in my left foot over a year ago, and then after doing the Queen Bee half marathon last October my right foot started hurting. I decided to start D...

— Holly F.

I had excruciating neck pain that was radiating down my right arm. It was so bad that I was not sleeping at night. The chiropractor believed it was a pinched nerve and s...

— Leisa F.

I wanted to try DPL Therapy on my foot to see if it would help alleviate the pain caused by my bunion. Ultimately I have to have surgery on my foot, this I know, but I'm not...

— Sue C.

The morning after my first DPL therapy session, I was able to walk down stairs, which I couldn't do the day before. After my second session, not only was I able to go bowling,...

— Tamara R.

After just one DPL therapy session on my knee, I could do a squat and evenly distribute my weight. The day before, I had to put almost all of my weight on my other knee....

— Kim L.

My shoulder feels 10x better in just 3 sessions of Deep Penetrating Light therapy. The pain in the joint has dissipated, and the muscle in my neck have loosened up al ot. The ...

— Erika S.

I am a big fan of the Quest bars!!! I always have one either in my lunch bag or in my backpack. If I forget to pack it, I have this empty this feeling!!! I am on-the-go all th...

— Sue C.

I like the Chocolate Brownie Quest Bar. I don't feel hungry for a long time after eating it because of the combination of high levels of both protein and fiber, and low net ca...

— Julie

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From A to K: Boost Your Health IQ of Essential Vitamins

Exploring the Vital Role Of Vitamins and Nutrients

More Benefits of a Nutrient-Rich Diet

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From A to K: Boost Your Health IQ of Essential Vitamins

Exploring the Vital Role Of Vitamins and Nutrients

More Benefits of a Nutrient-Rich Diet

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