About NutritionDB
NutritionDB provides evidence based information about 108 nutrients, vitamins, minerals, amino acids, fatty acids, and dietary supplements. Our goal is to help people understand what nutrients do, where to get them, and what the science actually says.
Disclaimer: This site is for informational purposes only and is NOT a substitute for professional medical or nutritional advice. Questions about individual nutrition are best discussed with a qualified healthcare provider.Collection Breakdown
- Trace mineral: 12
- Amino acid: 11
- Water-soluble: 9
- Fatty acid: 8
- Macro-mineral: 7
- Carotenoid: 5
- Fat-soluble: 4
- Macronutrient: 4
- Flavonoid: 4
- Adaptogen: 4
- Carbohydrate type: 3
- Polyphenol: 3
- Polysaccharide: 3
- Sugar alcohol: 3
- Amino acid derivative: 3
- Alkaloid: 3
- Organosulfur: 2
- Phenolic compound: 2
- Probiotic genus: 2
- Essential nutrient: 1
- Functional food: 1
- Stimulant: 1
- Recreational: 1
- Enzyme cofactor: 1
- Aminosugar: 1
- Protein: 1
- Catechin: 1
- Nitrogenous acid: 1
- Hormone: 1
- Amino sulfonic acid: 1
- Spice: 1
- Blue-green algae: 1
- Bile acid: 1
- Methyl donor: 1
- Plant sterol: 1
Sources
Content is curated from evidence based sources including the NIH Office of Dietary Supplements, Linus Pauling Institute, Cochrane reviews, and peer reviewed publications. Entries describe reference intakes and upper limits in general terms only and do not give personal dosing information.