Micronutrients

Almost weekly a new "superfood" is announced with a description of its supposed health benefits. Are these "superfoods" really superior to other foods or is it a marketing ploy?

There is no cure for Multiple sclerosis and drugs are not always effective. Many people with MS choose alternative therapies, but the effectiveness of these therapies may be uncertain. What may help and what doesn’t?

Zinc is a trace mineral present in your body in small amounts, but involved in many important metabolic processes. Zinc is an essential nutrient available in a wide variety of foods.

The many tomato cultivars provide us with an array of variously shaped, sized, and coloured fruits which can be consumed in a multitude of ways. Tomatoes are also packed with nutrients which support good health.

Choline and several other amines are similar to vitamins, but are not considered “essential” nutrients as your body can synthesize these nutrients. What functions do these non-essential amines have?