How are you getting your micronutrients? Fruits and veggies that don't break the bank?

[JuneBug1956]

Fermented food daily, sauerkraut or Kimchi, steamed broccoli, roasted veggies, onion and garlic, sweet potatoes. Orange slices with my olives( mad obsession)

 

[miameow]

Liver is great, but I think skipping the veggies is a mistake. I supplement all of the vitamins in the image. To be honest, I was defining micronutrients as "shit that isn't vitamins." Like I can get all of that, liver, meat, etc. but still feel like shit... Then next thing you know you take out a pomegranate, and a big mess of asparagus and all of a sudden you feel like a million bucks I guess on paper that's really just vitamin C and ALA, but somehow the real thing hits harder.

Not to diss the liver thing, it's just that my family went through a carnivore phase and I am well and truly over it. Organs are not an alternative to vegetables, at least not for me.

I personally do eat veggies, not just liver. I don’t think you need to be carnivore to eat liver. It doesn’t have to replace veggies. Everyone in Eastern Europe eats liver regularly as well.

I struggle with eating large volumes of veggies being on reta and suffering from chronic ibs. Not to mention the cost of veggies becoming increasingly extortionate. Liver is very nutrient dense so you don’t need much at all.

 

[CandyCap]

Ooh this might be the most slept on answer here! What do you grow? Care to share pics?

We are leaving on a camping trip this week, so I have nothing growing (to grab photos) at the moment

I grow peas(makes amazing pesto!), sunflower, radish, basil, kale, beets, red clover, mustard, cilantro. They add great flavor to all sorts of meals. I usually do half a tray of a mix of neutral flavors, and another half tray as a spicy mix.

I get my seeds from here https://sproutpeople.org/

They have a great section about growing them that is worth checking out.

I have 2 huge trays that I usually rotate and have a constant supply.

 

[Crowreap]

Frozen vegetables from your local supermarket is the best way to get in micronutrients and make sure you get a variety of vegetables. its so cheap!! especialy from Walmart.

 

[Cumulus]

Grow my own food when I can, mostly. Among other things.

I'm growing wayyyy too many tomatoes this year and I don't mind. Saw the writing on the wall re tomato prices, got 15 plants now in the ground and flowering; all heirloom. Cooler temps aren't bothering them, and everyone around me is in a panic about soil temps. Lots of new gardeners this year, it seems. That also means LOOOTS of misinformation on growing crops. If I hear one more "master gardener" tell someone about pruning their 'mater to one lonely leader more time, I'm going to lose it.

And... if they didn't want me to not pay for 9 dollar butter (and it magically end up in my pocket), they would stop selling 9 dollar butter. All my homies hate loblaws.

 

[Calm Logic]

I do like Asian markets for some cheap produce and other items. Other tips from the hypernutrition world:

View: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1rMdNn9XaXg

YouTube's AI summary:

In this video, Dr. Brooke Goldner provides practical advice for individuals or families trying to maintain a raw, hyper-nourishing diet on a tight budget . She emphasizes that healing is possible regardless of income and offers the following cost-saving strategies:

Forget organic requirements: Dr. Goldner stresses that you do not need to buy organic produce to experience the health benefits of her protocol (0:00 - 0:20, 0:42 - 1:15).

Shop at discount stores: Look for produce and staples like flax seeds at dollar stores (e.g., 99 Cent Stores). She suggests asking staff about delivery schedules to get the freshest stock (1:29 - 2:13).

Explore diverse markets: Walmart and Asian markets often carry produce at significantly lower prices than conventional grocery stores (2:14 - 2:44).

Time your farmer's market visits: Show up about 30 minutes before closing. Sellers are often willing to deeply discount the remaining produce rather than haul it back on their trucks (2:46 - 3:55).

 

[ContainHer]

I have been focusing on protein too much and neglecting the other nutrients I need. That's probably why I been feeling so crappy. Thank you all for the good ideas.

Same - I will eat a steak or some chicken thighs sitting on my protein high horse but certainly don't prioritize fruits and veggies as much... not even over the booze. I know. I know.

 

[ContainHer]

Costco has organic frozen broccoli, green beans, and corn - When I do remember to eat my veggies, I live on those.

I just 3d printed my first hydroponic tower, total cost will be around $45 - I'll get it hooked up after Memorial Day and see what I can grow. I have my strawberries lined up, but as the only one who eats veggies and salads in my house it would be fantastic to go pick a fresh salad daily.

 

[Texan509]

I eat a cup of the grilled veggies from Costco, take one a day vitamins, and eat an apple and banana in the morning