Magnesium’s role in the heart

Magnesium is one of the electrolytes that plays a role in the heart’s electrical functioning. Research seems to support this conclusion, since studies show that...

A rough guide to health food supplements

There are dozens of supplements available from health food stores, pharmacies, supermarkets, the Internet and via mail order. All can be bought without any medical advice....

Not-so-super calcium pills?

Calcium pills, which are taken by around five million people in the UK, are popular among those who don't get enough calcium in their diet. However, there...

Calcium in Saliva

There are a certain group of patients who have a lot of build up of hard deposits on their teeth which need to be carefully...