Feb 26 2025 34 mins 1
Are supplements a health essential or just marketing hype? In this episode of Opt to Thrive, we uncover the facts about vitamins, minerals, and sports supplements—what’s beneficial, what’s unnecessary, and what might be harmful. Learn how to navigate misleading labels, the risks of buying online, and the key nutrients midlife women actually need, like calcium, vitamin D, magnesium, and B vitamins. Plus, we reveal the hidden dangers of vitamin and mineral toxicity and why more isn’t always better.
If you’re confused about whether to take supplements or how to choose the right ones, this episode is for you!
Resources:
Sun exposure for vitamin D guidelines
https://www.assc.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Sun-Exposure-Summit-PositionStatement_V1.9.pdf
Calcium calculator
https://www.osteoporosis.foundation/educational-hub/topic/calcium-calculator
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