Start with the baseline
Correcting a deficiency is different from adding more when status is adequate. Symptoms are often nonspecific.
Count every source
Combine food, fortified foods, multivitamins and individual products before assessing total intake.
Know when to ask
Pregnancy, medication use, kidney disease and suspected deficiency warrant qualified guidance.
General education only. Verify current labels and consult an appropriate professional for individual health decisions.
