As far as I’m aware, there are no strict regulations over whether meat can be called ‘grass-fed’ or ‘grain fed’ so it’s likely that even within these different classifications there will be a wide variation in the nutritional quality of the meat. Grass-fed beef is generally higher in omega-3 fatty acids than grain-fed, but this [Read more…]
“I’ve just been diagnosed with haemochromatosis and read on the internet that I should avoid vitamin C supplements. Is this true?”
Haemochromatosis is a genetic condition where the body absorbs and stores more iron than usual. Over time, having too much iron in the body can lead to serious health problems. The reason why some people with haemochromatosis are told to avoid taking a vitamin C supplement is that vitamin C increases the absorption of the [Read more…]
