There's a huge body of evidence to say: Vitamins and supplements alone, or in the form of healthy meal replacements.

A recent survey of 8,000 adults showed that Americans could save up to $8.7 billion on treatment for heart disease, stroke, cancer and cataracts if they consumed optimal amounts of antioxidants, Vitamin C, Vitamin E and Beta Carotene.

Only 1% of those surveyed met the minimum dietary requirement of the USDA's food pyramid.

Obviously, getting proper nutrition takes a back seat to a busy schedule, and perhaps even to other weight loss products.

But there are easy answers to this challenge. For instance:

Healthy meal replacements can deliver balanced nutrition, vitamins, and minerals in place of a traditional meal when time is short.

Weight loss products include powder, ready-to-drink, and bar options, as well as meal replacement products specially designed for low-carb meal plan dieters and women.

There's a good rundown on these and other options at Beauty Fitness Lifestyles.

These days, there does seem to be an answer to most of the obstacles life sends us!