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Vitamins and minerals

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Iron: Sources, benefits, and role in oxygen transport

Reviewed byLiza Nagarkoti, B.Sc. Nursing, M.A. Food & Nutrition,Health Officer & Clinical ResearcherIron is an essential mineral that plays a crucial role in many bodily functions, including the transport of oxygen in the blood. In this article, we will discuss the sources of iron, its benefits, and its role in oxygen transport, as well as […]

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Selenium: Sources, benefits, and antioxidant properties

Reviewed byLiza Nagarkoti, B.Sc. Nursing, M.A. Food & Nutrition,Health Officer & Clinical ResearcherSelenium is a trace mineral that is essential for various bodily functions, including antioxidant activity, immune function, and thyroid hormone metabolism. In this article, we will discuss the sources, benefits, and antioxidant properties of selenium, as well as its link to thyroid function […]

Vitamin D: Sources, benefits, and role in bone health

Reviewed byLiza Nagarkoti, B.Sc. Nursing, M.A. Food & Nutrition,Health Officer & Clinical ResearcherVitamin D is a fat-soluble vitamin that is important for maintaining healthy bones and overall health. It is unique in that the body can produce it when exposed to sunlight. In this article, we will discuss the sources and benefits of vitamin D, […]

B vitamins: Sources, benefits, and functions

Reviewed byLiza Nagarkoti, B.Sc. Nursing, M.A. Food & Nutrition,Health Officer & Clinical ResearcherB vitamins are a group of water-soluble vitamins that play a crucial role in various bodily functions, including energy production, red blood cell formation, and DNA synthesis. In this article, we will discuss the different types of B vitamins, their sources, benefits, and […]

Zinc: Sources, benefits, and role in immune function

Reviewed byLiza Nagarkoti, B.Sc. Nursing, M.A. Food & Nutrition,Health Officer & Clinical ResearcherZinc is an essential mineral that plays a vital role in various bodily functions, including immune system function, wound healing, and DNA synthesis. In this article, we will discuss the sources, benefits, and role of zinc in immune function, as well as recent […]

Vitamin A: Sources, benefits, and deficiency risks

Reviewed byLiza Nagarkoti, B.Sc. Nursing, M.Sc. Food & Nutrition,Health Officer & Clinical ResearcherVitamin A is a fat-soluble vitamin that plays a crucial role in maintaining healthy vision, immune function, and skin health. In this article, we will discuss the sources, benefits, and deficiency risks of vitamin A, based on current research. Sources of Vitamin A […]

Calcium: Sources, benefits, and role in bone health

Reviewed byLiza Nagarkoti, B.Sc. Nursing, M.Sc. Food & Nutrition,Health Officer & Clinical ResearcherCalcium is an essential mineral that is vital for various bodily functions, including bone health, muscle contraction, nerve function, and blood clotting. In this article, we will discuss the sources, benefits, and role of calcium in bone health, as well as recent research […]