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Caffeine is revered by some for its “energising” effects. However, research into the effects of caffeine on health is mixed and dependent on how much is consumed, by whom and when. What does this mean for you?

You observe your muscles working for you in all your physical actions, but what occurs in your body to achieve muscle action? How do the nutrients you consume contribute to your daily physical activities?

Copper is a metal element and an essential dietary trace mineral required for several important metabolic reactions in your body. As with most nutrients either too much or too little can be problematic. How much do you need and why?

Selenium is essential for good health and is involved in many metabolic functions in your body. Soil concentrations of selenium can affect selenium content in food and the amount you consume. Are you getting enough?

Iodine, required by and found in your body in small amounts,is a trace mineral involved in a variety of essential metabolic processes as part of important hormones. Iodide is the functional form in your body. Learn more.