Don’t confuse the message when it comes to fibre supplements and mineral absorptionAsking patients to alter timing of fibre supplements to increase mineral supplement absorption could lead to patients abandoning one or both. QUIZ: How much do you know about iron deficiency and iron deficiency anemia?Test your knowledge of these common but often undiagnosed conditions. Too restrictive? Some diets linked to increased depression Men and those who are overweight at greater risk. Which is better for weight loss and hypertension: Keto or the Mediterranean diet? A small study found patients can take their pick as benefits are quite similar. Before the bump: Can pre-pregnancy planning affect child development? Relatively few people are aware that the things they do months or years before conceiving can influence the development of their future children. QUIZ: How much do you know about dietary fibre intake? From avocados to oats to psyllium, test your knowledge of dietary fibre and fibre supplements. A link between ultra-processed foods and increased risk of depression? A study found the association was particularly notable among young adults aged 18 to 34. A spoonful of probiotics to keep the fever at bay? Probiotics may shorten fever time in children with respiratory tract infection. How much of your energy is coming from ultraprocessed foods? A new blood test can tell The newly identified biological markers that can indicate higher or lower intake are a major step in discovering how these types of foods impact the human body. QUIZ: How much do you know about choline? Canadians often don't get enough of this essential nutrient in their diet. Test your knowledge on choline. 1 2 3 4 5 Next Last
