The absorption profile of iron products varies yet preventing the mineral to come into contact with the gastrointestinal mucosa can be achieved. Iron (Fe) is a mineral that our bodies need for many functions. Firstly, its pivotal contribution in the formation of new red blood cells and in the formation of hemoglobin, the protein responsible…
Consumers’ health awareness has exploded since the outbreak of COVID-19, as evidenced by the growing demand for health products and services, with perceptions of health becoming more multi-dimensional, ranging from ‘individual health’ to ‘social health’ and ‘environmental-friendly’. It is worth noting that an increasing number of consumers are becoming more concerned about ‘ingredients’, reflecting changes…
Sleep is vital to human health, playing a critical role in brain functions, including cognitive neurobehavioral performance related to memory consolidation and mood regulation. Sleep is commonly defined as a periodic suspension of the state of consciousness during which the body recovers energy. Adults should regularly sleep seven or more hours per night to promote…
Sunshine, not food, is your best source of vitamin D. Even a well-balanced diet is unlikely to contain enough vitamin D to meet your needs. Read on to find out how you can get enough vitamin D safely. What is vitamin D? A vitamin is a micronutrient which helps your body function. Usually, your body…
Calcium is an important nutrient for people of all ages and it’s not just for strong bones and teeth! This Food Fact Sheet lists how much calcium different people need and what foods and drinks are good sources of it. What is calcium and why do I need it? Calcium is an essential mineral that…
You’ve just been diagnosed with hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (HCM). But you heard your doctor mention another word, too — either “obstructive” or “nonobstructive.” So, naturally, you’re curious what these terms mean and, more importantly, what they mean for you. There are two main types of HCM: obstructive and nonobstructive. These types have a lot in common, but they…
Runny nose, itchy eyes, brain-rattling sneezes … ah, spring has sprung! Allergy and clinical immunology specialists Frank Eidelman, MD, and DeVon Preston, MD, explain what can make spring allergies so brutal — and how you can manage all that sneezing, wheezing, itching and sniffling. Why your allergies are so bad in the spring What is it about…
All living organisms follow an internal rhythm regulated by blue light – the blue wavelengths in sunlight. This mechanism has been identified in bacteria, plants, insects and also in humans. And researchers are constantly discovering interesting new connections. Inside our bodies and in every cell, biological clocks are continuously ticking away that tell us whether…
Whether your pain has just come on or you’ve lived with it for years, these tried-and-tested self-help steps can bring you relief. Get some gentle exercise Simple, everyday activities like walking, swimming, gardening and dancing can ease some of the pain directly by blocking pain signals to the brain. Activity also helps lessen pain by stretching stiff and…
Carbohydrates are an important nutrient we use for fuel. Foods containing carbohydrates form part of a healthy, balanced diet for many people. There are lots of confusing messages about foods containing carbohydrate. Foods that contain carbohydrate provide us with energy, vitamins, minerals and fibre which are important for health. Carbohydrates are the nutrients in food…
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