Food supplements

What you must know about taking magnesium

Considering taking a magnesium supplement? A mix of several types is usually a marketing gimmick. Dr. Maya Rosman explains what is important to check before starting to take one.

|ByDR. MAYA ROSMAN
Magnesium supplement
Weight loss

Want to lose weight? This supplement won't do the job for you

L-carnitine is marketed as a natural fat burner, but evidence for weight loss is limited. Its breakdown in the gut may also produce a substance linked to increased heart risk.

|ByDR. ITAY GAL
Zinc supplements. Not for everyday use

The mineral meant to strengthen the body: When does the popular supplement do the exact opposite?

Zinc has become one of the most sought-after supplements in Israel, mainly around colds, coughs and transition seasons. But prolonged intake in high doses can create problems.

|ByDR. ITAY GAL
Calcium supplements

How much calcium should you take in supplements? This is the answer | Dr. Maya Rosman

Why is it recommended to prefer calcium from food, how do high doses affect blood vessels, and how to correctly calculate daily intake to protect bones without taking risks?

|ByDR. MAYA ROSMAN

Delightful summer dishes

Here are some easy, yet delicious suggestions to help your dinner keep up with the summer heat.

JUNE 24, 2012ByGOURMETKOSHERCOOKING.COM
Curry Chicken

Eat your greens

Highly valued for their nutrients, green, leafy vegetables are delicious and easy to prepare.

OCTOBER 26, 2011ByFAYE LEVY
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