It seems simple enough. The problem is that everywhere we look there’s cheap, convenient and extremely unhealthy food. Because of this, the United States is battling an obesity epidemic, while at the same time starving for critical nutrients.
In 2004, the Dietary Guidelines Scientific Advisory Committee reported that adults and children in the U.S. consume too little calcium, vitamins A, C and E, fiber, magnesium and potassium. And how do they recommend we get these critical nutrients? By avoiding processed foods in favor of foods that are as close to their natural state as possible. That means eating lots of fresh vegetables, fruits, herbs, fish, poultry and lean meats.