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  Helps vitamin D to absorb calcium, and helps to form cells that are essential for renewing bone. Found in oysters, red meat, whole grains, pumpkin seeds. Calcium Works with magnesium, vitamin D and zinc to maintain bone health. Calcium is also responsible for the proper function of nerves and muscles. Found in dairy products, sesame seeds, dried figs, green leafy vegetables. Magnesium Works closely with calcium and vitamin D for bone health, and is essential for normal functioning of the parathyroid gland. Found in green leafy vegetables, dried figs, nuts and seeds. Vitamin D Essential for the absorption and utilisation of calcium. Found in 10minutes of sunlight daily, as well as egg yolk and oily fish. Essential fatty acids Essential for providing lubrication to the joints, skin and vagina. Also helps balance hormones, and to manufacture hormones known as prostaglandins. Fats also help to boost metabolism and to protect the nerve cells. These are found in oily fish (salmon, sardines, mackerel, herring), nuts and seeds, vegetable oils. Fibre Essential for good health of the bowels and the maintenance of blood sugar levels. Fibre is also useful for preventing bowel cancer, getting rid of toxins and lowering cholesterol levels. Found in fruit and vegetables (skin on), whole grains such as nuts, rice, oats and seeds. Protein Essential for the growth and repair of all cells, for blood sugar stabilisation, and for energy maintenance. Found in dairy products, meat, fish, chicken, eggs, nuts and seeds, legumes and beans. |
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