Vitamin

Vitamin A and beta-carotene: Everything you need to know

Vitamin A and beta-carotene are often present in our lives before we even know what they are. As a child, you were probably told: "Eat your carrots—they're good for your eyes!" While this statement is true, there are many other benefits and things to know about these vital nutrients. Read on to learn more! Read

The many benefits of vitamin D

You probably know that vitamin D plays an important role in the health of your teeth and bones. But did you know that it is now said to have even more properties? Unfortunately, not many foods contain vitamin D; the main ingredient your body needs to produce it is the sun. So what happens when our your sunshine is taken away? Read

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Folic acid: essential for a healthy pregnancy and baby

When you’re pregnant, nothing is more important than the health of your unborn baby. Certain measures can be taken to ensure the optimal health of your little one, such as the daily intake of a folic acid supplement. Read

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Health

6 answers to your questions about vitamins and minerals

The subject of vitamins and minerals is a very popular one and it can be difficult to weed out the truths from the myths. Here are answers to the 6 most frequently asked questions to help you get some perspective. Read

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Minerals

Food

Vitamin A and beta-carotene, a must for your eyes

"Eat your carrots, they’re good for your eyes!" Now there’s a sentence that has been etched in many a childhood memory. But can carrots, which are high in vitamin A and beta-carotene, really have an impact on the health of your eyes? Was Mom right? Read

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