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Vitamins & Mineral: When are Supplements Necessary
If you need more information relating to vitamins and minerals - when are supplements necessary, HealthCert Education offers this short online course.
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This course focuses on the role of micronutrients (vitamins and minerals) and outlines the classification of the micronutrients that are essential to optimal health whilst also considering good dietary choices. It includes an overview of vitamins and minerals, the context for micronutrient supplements, indications for the use of micronutrient supplements, myths and claims and further considerations for patient management. Micronutrient deficiencies and toxicities that can alter normal body functions are included together with outlining how supplementation impacts chronic disease outcomes. Patient case studies are included for osteoporosis and pregnancy. Micronutrient deficiencies and toxicities are included. The course concludes with a discussion on micronutrient myths, claims and future considerations.