Fortified Foods

From Strength to Strength

Now that you have figured out the importance of fortified foods, these are a few categories of fortified foods that should be part of your grocery shopping list.

Fortified Food Options

1) Fortified Dairy Products

Keep an eye out for the 'Vitamin D' tag on your milk carton; Vitamin D strengthens your bone health. The fortification does not stop at milk. Scout for fortified cheese, yoghurt and other dairy products to ensure your bones stay healthy and strong.

2) Fortified Cereals

Don't get hassled with prepping breakfast every morning when you can have a bowl of fortified cereal that serves up iron, folic acid, and Vitamin B to start your day right.  Bid farewell to rushed morning breakfasts with fortified breakfast cereals — a healthy solution for busy mornings. Kick-start your day on the right note with the goodness of iron, folic acid and Vitamin B packed in your favourite cereal.

3) Fortified Plant-based Milk Alternatives

For the dairy-averse souls, there is a plethora of fortified plant-based milk alternatives like soy milk, almond milk or oat milk. Fortified with calcium, Vitamin D and Vitamin B12, these alternatives cater to your nutritional needs. Add a drizzle of chocolate syrup to transform your drink into a sweeter drink, in case you do not like it plain.

4) Fortified Grains

Don't overlook the transformative power of fortified grains beyond their fibre-rich reputation. Look for fortified rice and fortified wheat flour packed with iron, folic acid, and other vitamins. Strengthen your meals with these fortified grains.

5) Fortified Fruit Juices

Who said that your fruit juices cannot be healthy and fun at the same time? Quench your thirst with fortified fruit juices with the refreshing tang of citrus juices fortified with Vitamin C and calcium. They are refreshing and also boost your nutrient intake on lazy days.

Guidelines for Choosing Fortified Foods

Now that you know about the superpowers of these mighty fortified foods, here are some guidelines to ensure that you are getting the most out of them:

Read food labels: When at the supermarket, do not forget to read the fine print on the back of your food container. They are like a nutritional cheat sheet. Look specifically for products that clearly state they are fortified with specific nutrients.

Check the nutrient content: Make sure that the fortified food provides many of the nutrients youre looking for and not just a hint. No one likes to play hide-and-seek with their vitamins.

Avoid excessive fortification: At the same time, avoid excessive fortification. The old adage of 'too much of anything is bad' holds true in this case. Stick to the recommended daily allowances (RDAs) by the food and nutrition boards. Avoid overconsumption. Moderation is the key, even when it comes to superfoods.

Enhance your Meals

By now, you may have grasped how to supplement your diet with these micronutrients. Our list of fortified foods will come to your rescue on even lazy days when you can’t be bothered to be the superhero in the kitchen. Balance your diet, be open-minded about trying new things, and always keep an eye on the nutritional labels on food packs. Fortified foods are a safe way to improve your health, if you’re too busy or not in the mood to prep meals. Fortify your meals today with your own super nutrition utility belt.