What exactly are nutrient interactions? There are two main types:
Synergistic: This is where two or more vitamins and/or minerals work together. This could be that one is necessary for the other to be absorbed into the body. Or they are both used in the same body process. Some may be cofactors for enzymes that then increase the absorption or use of a certain nutrient. So basically, they work together and if you have one, you do a lot better if you have the other.
Antagonistic: This is where the nutrients actually fight one another. This may be at the absorption level, to where they are both absorbed by the same receptors. Or they may be transported by the same transporters in the cell. Some may actually block the use of the other type of nutrient.
Our expert nutritionist details some common vitamin and mineral interactions and how they may impact your food choices, supplementation decisions, and overall health, including:
Bone minerals: vitamin D, calcium, magnesium, and vitamin K
Antioxidant nutrients: selenium, zinc, vitamin C, vitamin E, and vitamin A
The B vitamins & their relationship with magnesium
The fat-soluble vitamins
How minerals interact with one another
And more!
As a reminder, this video is for educational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose or treat any disease. Always discuss your own unique situation with your doctor, nutritionist, and/or another healthcare practitioner in your treatment team to find out the best plan for your health journey.
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