Chart of high-fiber foods
The suggested amount of daily fiber depends on your age and how many calories you take in each day. Current dietary guidelines for Americans suggests that people age 2 and
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Caffeine has its perks, but it can pose problems too. Find out how much is too much and if you need to cut down.
Vitamin B-6
The recommended daily amount of vitamin B-6 for adults 50 and younger is 1.3 milligrams. After age 50, the recommended daily amount is 1.5 milligrams for women and 1.7
Water: How much should you drink every day?
How much water should you drink each day? It''s a simple question with no easy answer. Studies have recommended drinking different amounts over the years. But how much
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Calorie Calculator
If you''re pregnant or breast-feeding, are a competitive athlete, or have a metabolic disease, such as diabetes, the calorie calculator may overestimate or underestimate your actual calorie needs.
Vitamin A
The recommended daily amount of vitamin A is 900 micrograms (mcg) for men and 700 mcg for women. Daily vitamin A needs change slightly to 770 mcg for pregnant people
Vitamin D
A simple blood test can check the levels of this vitamin in your blood. Taking a vitamin D supplement or a multivitamin with vitamin D may help improve bone health. The
Vitamin B-12
When taken at recommended doses, vitamin B-12 supplements are generally considered safe. The recommended daily amount of vitamin B-12 for adults is 2.4 mcg and 10
Calcium and calcium supplements: Achieving the right balance
Check food and supplement labels to find out how much total calcium you''re getting each day and whether you''re reaching or going over the recommended daily total.
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