Vitamin E
Vitamin E is a nutrient that your body needs to support your immune system and help your cells to regenerate. It also has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. How much vitamin E should I consume? For individuals over 14 years old: 15mg daily Lactating women: 19mg daily Good sources of vitamin E Nuts Seeds Leafy green […]
Vitamin D
Vitamin D often referred to as the ‘ sunshine vitamin’ is produced under your skin when you are exposed to sunlight. Vitamin D is the only vitamin that your body can make itself and 90% of vitamin D is produced through exposure to the sun. Just remember that the sun can also be harmful when […]
Get to know your vitamins
Did you know that vitamins can be fat soluble or water soluble? The fat soluble vitamins, A, D, E and K are stored in the body for long periods of time. These vitamins are stored in the liver and are better absorbed by the body when consumed with a good fat source. However, the water […]