Variety is the spice of life. Nutrients work together to carry out the proper functioning of each of your body systems.  For instance, an apple when broken down has more than 1100 phyto nutrients and each works in synergy with the others. Phytonutrients are powerful anti-inflammatory chemicals and are found only in plant foods.While you can take them in supplement form, the best way to get them is through food.  You can’t really get this powerful mix from a supplement.