Minerals

Minerals are essential nutrients, but too little or too much of some minerals may be harmful to your health. Which minerals and how much do you need?

Vitamins are essential for life, but we only need to consume them in very samll amounts. Read on to find out more about these "vital amines".

In recent years potatoes have come under the nutritional hammer, but for most people potatoes can be part of a healthy diet.

Banana, potato, avocado, lentils and many other foods are good sources of potassium: an essential micronutrient. Why is potassium essential and are you getting enough?

Millions of people in Canada and North America regularly take vitamin and mineral supplements to prevent disease and to make up for poor dietary habits. But are they worth the cost?