MICRO MANAGEMENT

The conversation around vitamin and mineral supplements can be a murky one. With so many brands to choose from, and celebrity ambassadors endorsing their use, it can be a minefield working out what’s relevant to you and your lifestyle.

In the world of sports nutrition, specifically, the market has boomed. Some products promote ergogenic (performance-enhancing) properties, such as improved recovery, reduced inflammation and prevention of illness, while others encourage adaptation and optimal health.

So how do we know if any of the plethora of products available are useful to us? And as physically active individuals, do we need additional supplementation if we consume a balanced and varied diet?

FOOD-FIRST APPROACH

For the majority