Vitamin Questions

In an ideal world, we’d get all the vitamins and minerals we need from a balanced diet. But sometimes life interferes, and taking a supplement seems like the best (and easiest) option. Sharon Natoli, director of Food & Nutrition Australia, tells us more.

‘Can taking vitamin C really stop me from getting sick?’	Nope! A recent study found that taking a vitamin C tablet is ineffective in combating the sniffles, unless you’re exposed to extreme cold weather or physical stress, like marathon runners, skiers and soldiers. ‘You need other nutrients to stay healthy, like carbohydrates for energy, protein to maintain body cells and good fats for brain and eye function,’ Natoli says.
‘I heard I should take vitamin C and iron together. True?’
‘I lead a busy lifestyle. What vitamins should I be taking?
‘What if I’m on the Pill?’

Author: Sharon Natoli