Researchers from China have found the dietary calcium from dairy and other foods is superior to calcium supplements when it comes to weight management in women.
Women taking multivitamins do not live longer than those who get their nutrients from food alone, according to a U.S. study that found they in fact appear to have slightly higher death rates.
The 2010 Dietary Guidelines recommend consuming 25g of fiber per day. Typically, however, Americans consume around 12-18g per day, making fiber incorporation a challenge for food scientists.
