Series
The vitamin epidemic
We’ve become a nation of pill poppers. What are the benefits, and what is the cost of vitamins to our health and hip pocket?
The vitamin epidemic: How did we get so hooked on pills?
The history of vitamins is fascinating. In this first instalment of our series, we take you on its journey from 19th century France to contemporary Australia.
- Sarah Berry
Do you know what’s in your vitamin pill?
The claims vary from promises of longevity and improved vitality to treating everything from menopausal symptoms and sleep issues. But do you know what you’re swallowing?
- Sarah Berry
‘There’s a surprisingly large amount not yet known’: The vitamin questions experts are asking
Despite the claims, there is still a lot that experts don’t know about the vitamins you’re taking.
- Sarah Berry
These are the most popular vitamins in Australia. Here’s what the experts say
Along with the perception they are “natural”, the lighter regulation of vitamins and supplements creates a false sense of security among consumers. How do our most commonly purchased vitamins stack up?
- Sarah Berry
Can you achieve your ‘best self’ with supplements?
The promise that we can optimise ourselves through supplementation is tantalising. Is it too good to be true?
- Sarah Berry
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