Folic acid in white flour?
We have made headway so that most people know that you need folate (also called folic acid) in your diet, especially if you are planning...
Tag: vitamins/supplements
Don’t ignore iodine
Iodine deficiency has long been overlooked as a public health problem, but people need to start taking this issue more seriously. Iodine is a necessary...
The colourful life of a nutritionist
I lead the colourful life of a nutritionist. I am a living experiment and I definitely practice what I preach. I would not expect anyone to...
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....
Treating serious vitamin B12 deficiency
Have you heard about the NHS trust that recently introduced an incredibly brutal, and possibly illegal, form of drug rationing to save money? Patients suffering...
Beauty in a pill
The market for OTC anti-ageing 'beauty' nutritional supplements is growing but can you really expect to pop a pill and see the results in the mirror? All...
Glucosamine for sore knees
Glucosamine is a popular supplement taken by many people to ease the pain of joint complaints including arthritis. However, the evidence that it actually works has always...
What’s the point of vitamin supplements?
Popping a vitamin pill is something we do to try and stay healthy. It is no surprise that the over-65s are around twice as likely...
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...
Sustainable omega-3 from the ocean
As a fitness professional, I have always been interested in how I can get the best form of omega-3 fats in my diet. Found mainly...
