Vitamins and Minerals
Looking through the huge volume of supplements available in today's market place just makes you more confused. What do I need? I'm tired, stressed and want more energy.
You venture into this wonderful place of vitamin and minerals that promises 'to fix you up'. Loaded with an armful of bottles you seek the ever-helpful hovering sales person and purchase the lot. You get them home, not quite sure how to start your new regime.
Do you have them before or after breakfast? How many do you need to take? Can you take all the supplements together? The brain fog that sent you there in the first place gets thicker.
No wonder sometimes you just want to give up. But vitamin and mineral supplementation are an excellent choice in moving towards your optimal health maintenance. However, you may need help.
The Rensburg Medical Clinic certainly makes your choices easier by researching brands and ingredients. We have many good options for you so that the supplements work in synergy with each other and your body. Just Ask.
We have a list of some of the supplements available on request. If you would like to know more, contact the clinic .
For more information about Vitamins and Minerals in general, read our Vitamins and Minerals Summary below.
Vitamins and Minerals Summary
Nutrient
Vitamin A / Beta Carotene
Function
Maintains health of skin, bones, teeth, mucous membranes. Promotes immune function and vision.
Food Source
Fish liver oils, liver, eggs, butter, cheese, yellow, orange and dark green vegetables.
Nutrient
Vitamin B Complex
Function
Assist in the healthy function of the nervous system. Necessary in carbohydrate, fat and protein metabolism.
Food Source
Brewers' yeast, liver, whole grain, nuts.
Nutrient
Vitamin C
Function
Anti-oxidant. Necessary for collagen production, capillary strength and iron absorption. Aids in wound healing.
Food Source
Citrus fruits, acerola cherries, rosehip, blackcurrants, broccoli, cabbage, parsley, melons, potatoes, tomatoes.
Nutrient
Vitamin D
Function
Promotes absorption of calcium and phosphorus. Assists in bone and teeth formation.
Food Source
Cod liver oil, salmon, sardines, tuna, eggs, cheese, butter, milk.
Nutrient
Vitamin E
Function
Anti-oxidant. Protects fats - soluble vitamins in the body. Acts as an anti-blood clotting agent. Aids in formation of red blood cells.
Food Source
Wheatgerm oil, soyabean oil, safflower, sunflower oils, egg yolk, nuts, seeds, whole grains, green vegetables.
Nutrient
Vitamin K
Function
Increases coagulation of blood. Anti-haemorrhaging vitamin.
Food Source
Cauliflower, brussel sprouts, broccoli, lettuce, spinach, cabbage, soyabeans, beef, liver.
Nutrient
Bioflavonoids (Vitamin P)
Function
Functions with Vitamin C in maintaining strength of capillaries. Minimises bruising.
Food Source
Citrus fruits (skin and pulps), apricots, cherries, green pepper, buckwheat.
Nutrient
Calcium
Function
Important in the development and maintenance of bones and teeth. Essential for normal blood clotting. For muscle, heart, nerve function.
Food Source
Milk, cheese, canned fish, nuts, root vegetables, eggs, oatmeal, fruit, wholemeal products.
Nutrient
Chloride
Function
Maintenance of body water levels and regulates acid-base balance. Involved in the production of hydrochloric acid.
Food Source
Salt, kelp, rye flour, ripe olives, sea greens. (Sodium containing foods)
Nutrient
Iron
Function
Necessary for haemoglobin and myoglobin formation. Assists in protein metabolism and growth.
Food Source
Red meat, liver, fish, soyabeans, lettuce, corn, beans, spinach, rice.
Nutrient
Magnesium
Function
A necessary cofactor in the utilization of carbohydrates, fats, protein, calcium, phosphorous and potassium in the body.
Food Source
Soyabeans, cashews, almonds, brazil nuts, brewers' yeast, brown rice, wholemeal products, meat, vegetable, dried fruit.
Nutrient
Phosphorus
Function
Strengthens bones and teeth with calcium. Involved in the utilization of carbohydrates, fats and proteins.
Food Source
Brewers' yeast, skim milk, wheatgerm, soya flour, cheese, sardines, brown rice, eggs, meat, wholemeal bread.
Nutrient
Potassium
Function
Regulates fluid distribution with sodium. Assists activity of the nervous system, heart muscles and kidneys.
Food Source
All vegetables, especially green leafy vegetables, oranges, whole grains, sunflower seeds, mint leaves, potatoes, bananas.
Nutrient
Silica
Function
Essential component of cartilage. Promotes elasticity of arterial walls. Promotes strong nails and hair.
Food Source
Oats.
Nutrient
Sodium
Function
Maintains normal fluid distribution. Important in the health of nervous, muscular, blood and lymph system.
Food Source
Yeast extract, salt, vegetables. Sodium is in most foods.
Nutrient
Sulphur
Function
Present in keratin, assists in skin, nails and hair maintenance. Component of insulin. Part of amino acids and B vitamins. Role in tissue respiration.
Food Source
Mustard, egg, shellfish, nuts, garlic.
Nutrient
Zinc
Function
Assists in healing of wounds and scar tissue. A component of male fertility and insulin. Anti-oxidant.
Food Source
Oysters, liver, brewers' yeast, beef, cheese, sardines, eggs. Wholemeal products.