When you consider that we require over 50 nutrients to stay healthy, it’s hardly surprising that most of us are confused about whether we’re getting enough of the right vitamins and minerals. But the good news is that you don’t have to memorise

find out if you are deficient in a particular nutrient? Some things make it more likely.Dieting. If you restrict your daily caloric intake to fewer than 1,200, you’re likely missing out on several important nutrients.Lactose intolerance. If you can

(which includes lots of tomatoes) is a good bet for a long and healthy life.With our tasty recipe ideas you can combine stocking up on your nutrients with scrummy, moreish meals.

of Sports Nutrition for Endurance Athletes (VeloPress, £16). Adding new foods to your diet re-energises a bored palate, she says, and provides a variety of nutrients your body needs to ramp up health and running performance. These substitutions for tried

"When you're training, time is of the essence," says sports nutritionist Drew Price (drewprice.co.uk). "Nutrient timing is the secret weapon employed by professional athletes to fuel training and race day, and to support recovery. "Carbohydrate

recipes.From soups to smoothies and mains to muffins, each recipe uses easy-to-source ingredients and requires minimal preparation. And as each has been scrutinised by our team of nutritional experts, we can guarantee everything is packed with nutrients

Lucozade Sport£10.80 for 12 bottles Carbs per 500ml: 32g“Contains all the major nutrients you need,” says coach Chris Husbands. “Better for longer events – half-marathon and above. Raspberry is actually nicer than standard orange

foods, such as low-fat dairy products, eggs, lean meats, and beans, provide the additional nutrients that your body needs. Try including some of these foods in your daily diet.—Liz Applegate, RW USA Nutrition Editor

UAN: Article type:++add book link at top++ -->This is adapted from the book, Eat Smart, Play Hard, by RW USA Nutrition Editor Liz Applegate. Technically, phytochemicals aren’t considered nutrients, but these little disease-fighting dynamos are so

nutrients."However, she points out that some athletes don't maintain a nutritionally balanced diet, even with a high calorie intake. "Others may restrict their calorie intake in an effort to lose weight, limiting not only their calories but their intake