Micronutrients

Your body is inhabited by trillions of bacterial cells. Some bacteria have the potential to harm you, but many benefit your health. Do probiotics, beneficial bacteria added to food, have a health promoting role and why are prebiotics important?

Fish oil supplements are consumed daily by millions of people in response to claims that some fish oils provide a variety of preventative and/or therapeutic health benefits. What health benefits do fish oils provide and do you need fish oil supplements?

Antioxidants are often promoted as "life preserving" nutrients: a must have in your diet be it from food or supplementation. But what are antioxidants, what role do they play in supporting health, and are anti-oxidant supplements necessary?

Kale is a dark green or purple leafy vegetable which belongs to the cabbage group. 1 cup of raw or 1/2 a cup of cooked kale is packed full of nutrients which can benefit your health. Learn more.

Several hormones are necessary for effective nutrient digestion, absorption and metabolism of the nutrients in the foods and beverages you consume. What are these hormones and what functions do they perform?