Essential Guide to Vitamins, Minerals and Supplements

by Sarah Brewer

A bewildering range of vitamin, mineral and herbal supplements is now widely available to us all, but information about their health benefits cannot be given on the packaging as it would constitute a health claim. In this jargon-free guide leading expert on sensible supplementation, Dr Sarah Brewer, sets out all you need to know about the main supplements, and suggests which to take for specific health problems. This work: includes A-Z guide to 150 supplements for a brighter and healthier life; clearly explains the benefits, possible side effects and contraindications; thoroughly sets out the research evidence to back their efficacy; and, recommends supplements for common problems such as IBS, chronic fatigue, recurrent candida and arthritis.

Packed with clear and concise answers, this essential guide explains the use of supplements to maintain or improve your daily health.

Genres: Health, Reference

91 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 2003

About the author

Doctor Sarah Brewer

Reviews

[Jackie]

Explains why we need the vits and minerals, and describes the benefits of many herbs ~ it also describes effects of overdosing, and possible side-effects of some of the herbs etc. Very handy ref book.

[Marzia_Nicole]

Extremely informative.