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Food and nutrients - Vitamins, minerals

NEWS

Folic acid and iodine message not getting through

Kiwi women who are pregnant or planning a pregnancy are...

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Vitamin B3 helps prevent miscarriage and birth defects...

A study using mice has shown that adequate levels of...

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Why we need folate

Also known as vitamin B9, or folic acid in supplement...

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Most of us don’t need vitamin D supplements...

An analysis by University of Auckland researchers shows that unless...

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The diseases your diet can save you from

How is it possible people in developed countries are showing...

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‘Superfoods’ vs everyday heroes

Is it worth shelling out for ‘supercharged’ ingredients? We compare...

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Research roundup: Vitamin D

The role that vitamin D plays in helping to prevent...

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Shopping for more magnesium

With just a few simple swaps you can increase your...

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Shopping for more selenium

Many New Zealanders aren’t getting enough of the antioxidant selenium....

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Shopping for more zinc

Zinc is a vital mineral that cannot be stored by...

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Shopping for more iodine

Iodine is an essential nutrient in our diets, even though...

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Shopping for more vitamin E

Most New Zealanders have less than the optimal amount of...

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Behind the science: Magnesium

This mineral plays an important role in maintaining good health....

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Essential nutrients your family could be missing

Research shows that popping vitamin and mineral supplements isn’t necessary...

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Ask the experts: Fish oil supplements

Q: "What is the optimum amount of fish oil to...

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Ask the experts: Vitamin C in kiwifruit

Q: “I would like to know if the golden kiwifruit...

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Ask the experts: Dry skin

Q. "I get cracks on the corners of my mouth all...

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Ask the experts: Ash on food labels

Q: "I have noticed on a few labels lately the...

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