Magnesium is a key mineral in our body. In this article, I outline the key functions of magnesium, the health conditions where it is thought to play a role, as well as critique the different supplemental forms.
Welcome
Hi, my name is Dr Tim Crowe and I'm a career research scientist and educator with most of this spent in the absolutely fascinating, yet always controversial, area of nutrition. I now work chiefly as a freelance health and medical writer and scientific consultant. You’ll also see me active in the media giving regular TV, radio and newspaper interviews.
I started this website to be proactive in giving credible, evidence-based nutrition messages in plain language. Whether I am writing for health professionals or consumers, my message is always based on current evidence informed by peer-reviewed journal articles, government and peak health body guidelines, and medical experts.
Recent Posts
Drink tea, stay healthy and carry on
A growing field of research is showing that tea has a role to play in reducing the risk of many chronic diseases. And on top of that, a good cup of tea has a real calming and relaxing effect. So put the kettle on, sit back, and relax, as I explore the health benefits of tea.
Got iron? Foods, functions and insufficiencies
Iron deficiency is the world’s most common nutritional disorder. In this post, I explore the functions of iron, its sources and how deficiency is diagnosed and treated.
Health Bites
Commercial baby foods come up short
A detailed survey of commercial baby foods has found that many do not measure up in meeting the dietary needs of an infant when weaning, compared to what breast milk or home-made foods can … Continue Reading
Steam, boil or fry? How cooking affects nutrient losses from foods
Raw food eating is one of today’s hottest dietary trends. So does this mean you should pause and think twice before obliterating the nutrients in your food every time you cook it? Fear not – on the … Continue Reading