What supplements should you avoid combining? Common errors
Not all supplement combinations are created equal. Iron and calcium compete for absorption, excess zinc depletes copper, and fat-soluble vitamins accumulate in the body. Learn...
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Potassium supplement: benefits, risks, and dosage
Potassium is involved in fluid balance, muscle contraction and nerve transmission. Health Canada considers it a nutrient of public health concern, because Canadians consume less...
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Prebiotics and probiotics: what is the difference and how to combine them?
Prebiotics are fibres that feed the good bacteria already in your gut, while probiotics are live microorganisms. Here is how to tell them apart, where...
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Selenium supplement: its role in thyroid and immunity
Selenium plays a direct role in converting thyroid hormones and in immune function. Here are its roles, its food sources, the recommended intake and the...
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The benefits of ginseng for vitality and focus
Ginseng is recognized for supporting energy, concentration and resistance to stress. Here are its benefits, its different forms, the dosage recognized by Health Canada and...
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