Olwen Anderson's Blog

As nutritionists, we know that an excessive intake of one mineral can affect the absorption of another. For example, magnesium and calcium compete for absorption, as does iron and zinc; so when considering supplement dosages we need to consider the right balance. Many people are not aware that fluoride and iodine intakes affect each other too; so if you’re drinking fluoridated tap water, please read on and discover what you need to check. Read the full article

Trace minerals are vital for the health of your body’s cells. You could take the minerals as a supplement – but there’s an easier way to include them in your diet every day - and you won’t even have to convince the kids that it’s ‘good for them’.  Read the full article

Should you take a calcium supplement or not? A research report published recently (2008) in the British Medical Journal suggested that if you are a woman well past menopause, and taking high quantities of calcium supplements, you may actually increase your risk of experiencing a heart attack or stroke. Read the full article