Can you have too much of a good thing?
We all know what’s good – but is more always better? HFG nutritionist...
Foods to boost zinc
How much?
The recommended daily intake (RDI) for adults is:
women 8mgmen 14mg
Vegetarians need...
Science update: Vitamin B12
All animal foods contain vitamin B12 – some foods are fortified with it...
Behind the science: Vitamin D
We know this vitamin is crucial to our health but just how much...
How much calcium is in that food?
Dairy products provide good amounts of calcium our bodies can easily use but...
How much iron is in that food?
Ensure your iron intake satisfies the RDI amount relevant to your gender and...
How to avoid NZ’s top dietary deficiencies
You may not know it, but there’s a good chance you are deficient...
Science update: Vitamin D
Over-exposure to the sun has the potential to kill us, but too little...
Know your dietary supplements
Is that supplement you're taking vital to optimum health? Research scientist Bridget Carmady...
The whole(some) story: Nutrients you could be missing
Deficiencies in these essential nutrients are common – but they're easy to avoid.IronWhy:...
Shopping for more vitamin C
Increase your dose of vitamin C this winter with these simple swaps.
Instead of
Choose
1/2...
Science update: Omega-3 and omega-6 fats
HFG Senior nutritionist Rose Carr looks at interesting research on essential fats.
Know your...
Science update: Iodine – the brain mineral
New Zealanders are at serious risk of iodine deficiency. HFG senior nutritionist Rose...
How to boost iron
Iron is found in small amounts of many foods.The foods below provide 4-5mg...
How to boost vitamin C
How much?The recommended daily intake (RDI) for vitamin C is 45mg a day,...
Foods to boost vitamin E
How much?The suggested dietary target (SDT) each day for vitamin E intake is...
Foods to boost potassium
How much?The recommended dietary intake (RDI) per day for potassium:Women 2800mgMen 3800mgWhy we...
Iron supplements and exercise
Active females who regularly play sport can be at risk of iron deficiency.
However,...