Uploaded October 2023 | Updated September 2026, 7 hours ago
In the final episode of our micronutrient series, Greg and Lyndsey discuss which micronutrients are most worth monitoring and good food sources for the micronutrients you may be under-consuming. Then, we talk more broadly about why you shouldn’t allow a focus on micronutrients specifically to detract from the pursuit of a generally healthy diet.
*TIME STAMPS*
Note: Due to character limits, this is an abbreviated list of all the sources and links we used for this episode. Please see the full list of sources and links in our show notes here: strongerbyscience.com/podcast-episode-121
0:00 Intro
0:20 Recommendations and good vibes
8:06 Announcement for next episode: get your questions in for an all-Q&A episode!
9:35 Recommended products and more from the SBS team
13:40 Getting into the content; discussing the difference between insufficient intake and deficient intake/status.
Landing page for micronutrient articles: macrofactorapp.com/articles/micronutrients
Content discussed in this episode:
macrofactorapp.com/micronutrients-worth-monitoring
macrofactorapp.com/micronutrients-importance
Landing page for micronutrient content in the MacroFactor Knowledge Base: help.macrofactorapp.com/en/collections/13-nutrients
21:52 Nutrients that are often overconsumed
Chart summarizing content in this section: macrofactorapp.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Micronutrient-part-4-table-2.png
44:14 Nutrients that are frequently under-consumed
1:08:46 Nutrients vegans may want to pay more attention to
1:21:58 Be sure to avoid “micronutrient reductionism”
1:37:49 Q&A
1:38:37 Are multivitamins overrated?
1:57:33 Is low blood vitamin D often the result of some other underlying problem?
2:09:19 Are there any good proxy measurements to know if you’re meeting micronutrient targets without needing to track micronutrients?
2:12:38 Folic acid supplementation when trying to get pregnant
2:21:04 Evidence of vitamin K along with vitamin D and Boron supplementation
*MORE FROM THE SBS TEAM*
Join the Research Spotlight newsletter: Get a two-minute breakdown of one recent study every Wednesday. Our newsletter is the easiest way to stay up to date with the latest exercise and nutrition science. strongerbyscience.com/newsletter
Join the SBS Facebook group and Subreddit.
facebook.com/groups/StrongerByScienceCommunity
reddit.com/r/macrofactor
Try MacroFactor for free: Use code SBS to get a 14-day free trial of our nutrition app MacroFactor. MacroFactor has the fastest food logger on the market and its smart nutrition coach adapts to your metabolism to keep you on track with your goals. Download it today on the App Store or Google Play. macrofactorapp.com
Work with a Stronger By Science coach: Get personalized training and nutrition plans and ongoing support from one of our expert coaches. strongerbyscience.com/coaching
*RECOMMENDED PRODUCTS*
MASS Research Review: Subscribe to the MASS Research Review to get concise and applicable breakdowns of the latest strength, physique, and nutrition research – delivered monthly. massresearchreview.com
BulkSupplements: Next time you stock up on supplements, be sure to use the promo code “SBSPOD” (all caps) to get 5% off your entire order. bulksupplements.com
In the final episode of our micronutrient series, Greg and Lyndsey discuss which micronutrients are most worth monitoring and good food sources for the micronutrients you may be under-consuming. Then, we talk more broadly about why you shouldn’t allow a focus on micronutrients specifically to detract from the pursuit of a generally healthy diet.
*TIME STAMPS*
Note: Due to character limits, this is an abbreviated list of all the sources and links we used for this episode. Please see the full list of sources and links in our show notes here: strongerbyscience.com/podcast-episode-121
0:00 Intro
0:20 Recommendations and good vibes
8:06 Announcement for next episode: get your questions in for an all-Q&A episode!
9:35 Recommended products and more from the SBS team
13:40 Getting into the content; discussing the difference between insufficient intake and deficient intake/status.
Landing page for micronutrient articles: macrofactorapp.com/articles/micronutrients
Content discussed in this episode:
macrofactorapp.com/micronutrients-worth-monitoring
macrofactorapp.com/micronutrients-importance
Landing page for micronutrient content in the MacroFactor Knowledge Base: help.macrofactorapp.com/en/collections/13-nutrients
21:52 Nutrients that are often overconsumed
Chart summarizing content in this section: macrofactorapp.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Micronutrient-part-4-table-2.png
44:14 Nutrients that are frequently under-consumed
1:08:46 Nutrients vegans may want to pay more attention to
1:21:58 Be sure to avoid “micronutrient reductionism”
1:37:49 Q&A
1:38:37 Are multivitamins overrated?
1:57:33 Is low blood vitamin D often the result of some other underlying problem?
2:09:19 Are there any good proxy measurements to know if you’re meeting micronutrient targets without needing to track micronutrients?
2:12:38 Folic acid supplementation when trying to get pregnant
2:21:04 Evidence of vitamin K along with vitamin D and Boron supplementation
*MORE FROM THE SBS TEAM*
Join the Research Spotlight newsletter: Get a two-minute breakdown of one recent study every Wednesday. Our newsletter is the easiest way to stay up to date with the latest exercise and nutrition science. strongerbyscience.com/newsletter
Join the SBS Facebook group and Subreddit.
facebook.com/groups/StrongerByScienceCommunity
reddit.com/r/macrofactor
Try MacroFactor for free: Use code SBS to get a 14-day free trial of our nutrition app MacroFactor. MacroFactor has the fastest food logger on the market and its smart nutrition coach adapts to your metabolism to keep you on track with your goals. Download it today on the App Store or Google Play. macrofactorapp.com
Work with a Stronger By Science coach: Get personalized training and nutrition plans and ongoing support from one of our expert coaches. strongerbyscience.com/coaching
*RECOMMENDED PRODUCTS*
MASS Research Review: Subscribe to the MASS Research Review to get concise and applicable breakdowns of the latest strength, physique, and nutrition research – delivered monthly. massresearchreview.com
BulkSupplements: Next time you stock up on supplements, be sure to use the promo code “SBSPOD” (all caps) to get 5% off your entire order. bulksupplements.com
