V8^® Makes Good Nutrition a Daily Habit

V8^® beverages aren't just delicious—they are also an excellent source of nutrients essential to your well-being. These are some of the nutrients that make V8^® beverages a nutritious and delicious part of your daily routine — a healthy habit for a balanced lifestyle.

Antioxidants—for protection against harmful free radicals

• Vitamins A, C and E function as antioxidants.
• Research suggests that antioxidants may play an important protective role in slowing some of the changes that occur with normal aging.
• Lycopene, which gives tomatoes their red color, is a powerful natural antioxidant; V8^® 100% Vegetable Juice naturally contains 17 mg of lycopene per 8-ounce serving.

• Vitamin A—for vision and healthy skin more >>
  • Many V8^® beverages are an excellent source of vitamin A. The vitamin A in V8^® comes from beta-carotene, a source of vitamin A found in vegetables.
  • Good sources of vitamin A are orange-colored vegetables such as carrots and sweet potatoes, and fruit such as mangos and cantaloupe.
  • Other good sources of vitamin A include tomatoes and tomato products and dark-green leafy vegetables like spinach and collard greens.
• Vitamin C—for healthy bones and teeth more >>
  • All V8^® beverages have at least 100% of the Daily Value of vitamin C.
  • Tomatoes, citrus fruits, sweet peppers and strawberries and dark, leafy greens such as spinach, romaine lettuce, and watercress are also good sources of vitamin C.
• Vitamin E—for protection against cell damage more >>
  • Essential Antioxidants V8^® Vegetable Juice contains 100% of the Recommended Daily Value for vitamin E.
  • V8 Splash^® and Diet V8 Splash^® juice beverages are also excellent sources of vitamin E.
  • Other good sources of vitamin E include nuts and vegetable oils.

Calcium—for strong bones

• Calcium is an essential part of a healthy diet.
• An 8-ounce serving of Bone Health V8^® Vegetable Juice has as much calcium as an 8-ounce glass of milk.
• V8 Splash^® Smoothies contain 10% of the Recommended Daily Value for calcium.
• Other good sources of calcium are cheese and yogurt.

Potassium—for normal heart rhythm and mineral balance

• An 8-ounce glass of V8^® 100% Vegetable Juice contains as much potassium as a medium-sized banana.
• Cooked greens like spinach and baked winter squash are also good sources of potassium.

Magnesium—for bone formation and nerve function

• An 8-ounce glass of Bone Health V8^® Vegetable Juice is a good source of magnesium.
• Other good sources of magnesium are nuts, like almonds, and beans.

Looking for more ways to support your healthy lifestyle? For great tips on eating well, living well, and being fit, visit Campbell Wellness.