1. Micronutrients are required in small amounts and include vitamins and minerals. They do not supply calories or energy. Macronutrients are the calorie/energy providing nutrients in the diet: carbohydrates, protein and fat.

2. Sun rays help produce vitamin D in your body. Walk or sit outside for a few minutes each day and enjoy the sun.

3. New research has shown that a large daily dose of vitamin D could dramatically reduce the chances of developing breast, ovarian and colon cancer, as well as others, by up to 50 per cent.

4. Copper, iodine, selenium, and zinc imbalances are found in people with thyroid problems. We can replenish these essential elements by using unrefined sea salt and through multi-mineral supplements.

5. A 1-oz shot of wheat grass juice is equivalent in food-vitamin value to 2 1/2 pounds of leafy green vegetables. Wheat grass is chock full of vitamins A, C, and E, calcium and magnesium.

6. When baking, use date, barley, or rice sweeteners, which contain more vitamins, minerals, and other trace nutrients than white sugar. These all-purpose sweeteners can be used for baking, cooking, and hot drinks.