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Most of us are familiar with minerals like calcium, magnesium, iron, and possibly zinc, but why do we need to take supplements for them, and what do these minerals they actually do?
Each mineral has a different function within the body, whether it's building stronger bones, supporting muscle groups, or reducing tiredness. Minerals play important parts in the body, and taking a high quality supplement along with a balanced diet helps support your body & mind.
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Ian Marber: The lowdown on vitamin C
When I was a teenager, all those years ago, vitamin C was the nutrient that one heard about most. And indeed, any time someone had a cold it was orange juice that was suggested as a cure. Of course, while the link between nutrition and the common cold isn’t quite so clear cut, vitamin C does play an important part in maintaining a healthy immune system
Ian Marber: The lowdown on magnesium
Magnesium’s role in maintaining normal bone health is well established. It’s an important co-factor in the absorption and metabolism of calcium and works in tandem with vitamin D to enhance bone density, as well as strong teeth. It does this by helping form the structure of bones, which calcium and other minerals can slot into.
Let's take a look at.. Vitamin C
Iron and vitamin C are quite the power couple, because repeated research has indicated that vitamin C helps the body absorb iron. But that’s far from the only thing that vitamin C does for us – and in fact it’s essential for keeping all the body’s tissues working properly.
Let’s talk about…. Iron
For many of us, part of supporting a healthy lifestyle and exercise regime may include taking a food supplement or two.
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