Magnesium is the fourth most abundant mineral in the human body. It’s an essential electrolyte, that we need for health. As it’s involved in many functions it also contributes to disease prevention. Magnesium is found in a huge range of foods. These include whole grains, nuts, seeds, legumes and green leafy vegetables. The adult RNI...

A lot of people are searching for the perfect macro ratios. However, this is another area where there isn’t a magic solution. How you split protein, carbs and fat can be optimised. That would be based on you personal goals, which may be health, performance or weight loss. But there isn’t a split or ratio...

Dietary nitrates are most commonly found in vegetables such as green leafy veg, & beetroot. In the body, dietary nitrates can be converted to nitric oxide (NO), which dilates (widens) blood vessels, increases blood flow & lowers blood pressure. Hypertension is a major risk for heart disease/cardiac events. The reduction in blood pressure from nitrates...

Iron is an important mineral that is used to make red blood cells and haemoglobin. These transfer oxygen around the body. If you don’t have enough, signs of a deficiency include; fatigue, tiredness, dizziness and paleness. It can lead to anaemia. The RNI for adult males is 8.7mg per day, and for women is 14.8mg....

Another day, another mineral. Potassium (K) is found in lots of the foods we eat, especially fruits & vegetables. The highest source is from potatoes. Potassium is one of the micronutrients required for optimal health. The UK RNI for adults is 3.5g per day. Potassium is an electrolyte and it’s critical for the function of...

They aren’t the same thing, so shouldn’t be used interchangeable, even if they often are! Sodium is a mineral, which we require for optimal function and health. Salt is the chemical compound sodium chloride (NaCl), and where we primarily get our sodium from. The RNI for sodium is 1.6g. That’s equivalent to 4g of salt,...