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Top nutrients for women fact sheets

Download our series of fact sheets outlining some of the top nutrients that women need for good health.

Protein

Protein is power food – good for your muscles and energy levels. There’s also a trick to getting enough in your diet.

Learn more about protein



Iron

Iron is especially important if you have periods. Learn how to get enough and what to do if you don’t eat any (or much) meat.

Learn more about iron



Magnesium

Magnesium supports your immune system, blood sugar levels and bones. For a good dose of the nutrient, try our chocolate slice recipe.

Learn more about magnesium



Folate

Folate is a pregnancy essential, but it’s also important at other stages of life. Here’s where you find it and when to take a supplement.

Learn more about folate



Iodine

We only need to consume small amounts of iodine, but it can be difficult to get enough from food. Here’s how to tick the nutritional box.

Learn more about iodine



Calcium

Did you know that women need to consume more calcium after menopause? Besides dairy foods, these are the best sources.

Learn more about calcium



Vitamin B

Vitamin B is a collection of eight nutrients. If you follow a vegan or vegetarian diet, it’s important to pay extra attention to the B-group vitamins.

Learn more about vitamin B



Vitamin D

Vitamin D protects bone health but many women don’t get enough. Here’s how to get the sunshine vitamin without hurting your skin.

Learn more about vitamin D



You can also download and order printed copies of our Get the goodness in nutrition poster and Stay healthy and strong poster for First Nations women.