
Natalie Menza
ShopRite's Corporate Dietitian
Natalie Menza, a registered dietitian, has been with ShopRite Supermarkets since February 2005. Prior to joining ShopRite, Natalie has worked in both clinical settings as well as in private practice providing dietary counseling to help clients achieve their health and wellness goals.
Natalie graduated from Rutgers University with a BS in Nutritional Science, completed her dietetic internship at the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey (UMDNJ), and went on to receive her Master’s degree in Nutrition from UMDNJ.
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Add A Little Sunshine To Your Life!
Recent reports on Vitamin D suggest that some Americans’ may be lacking this “sunshine” vitamin in their everyday diets. Here we will attempt to shed some light on the subject.
Why Do We Need Vitamin D?
Vitamin D helps your body absorb calcium, an essential mineral for healthy teeth and bone growth and development. Research shows that Vitamin D helps to support a strong immune system and protect against certain types of cancers.
How Much Vitamin D Do We Need?
The Institute of Medicine established the following adequate intake (AI) levels for vitamin D. However, new research is looking at the potential benefit of certain populations consuming higher levels. The 2005 Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommends an intake of 1000 IU (International Units) of vitamin D daily for people with an increased risk of not getting enough, including older adults, individuals with dark skin and those with insufficient exposure to sunlight.
Infants, Children, Adults up to 50 years old - 200IU
Adults 51-70 years old - 400IU
Adults 71 and up - 600IU
In 2008, The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) issued recommendations based on more recent studies and safe use of 400IU of vitamin D in pediatric and adolescent populations. They recommend a supplement of 400IU of vitamin D per day for exclusively breastfed infants and children until they are drinking at least 4 cups of vitamin D fortified formula or whole milk per day. This also applies to older children and adolescents who do not get the recommended 400IU/day through milk and food.
Where is Vitamin D found?
For more tips, information and healthy recipes, visit the health and wellness section of ShopRite.com
In addition to managing a variety of health and nutrition education programs for ShopRite, Natalie is a resource for ShopRite customers. If you’re curious about a current diet trend or seeking health and wellness information, click on the link below to submit a question to Natalie. Check back each week Natalie posts a new article and iinformation on the health and wellness section of ShopRite.com
Please note: Information contained on this website is intended for informational purposes only and does not replace advice from your doctor or health care provider. Individuals have different needs based on a number of factors including age, gender, ethnicity, level of physical activity, and current health status. For individual recommendations, please consult with a doctor, pharmacist, or a registered dietitian.