Oxymoron…. isn’t that one of those words you just love. If only you could get it down in Scrabble. It’s also one of those words that’s on our minds of late, with so much media about Artificial Intelligence. Now that one’s the ultimate oxymoron, surely?

At the practice we have been discussing all these subjects knowing that
lab-grown meat has gained approval and will be used (for example) in pet foods. Human advancement can be pretty impressive at times, but mostly, we just want to dial it all back to the times when people grew food naturally – in the ground – then ate it fresh or learned how to store it. 

The arguments for all these so-called advances are cost and convenience, which is obvious when it comes to the food we consume. Do you have time to cook everything 100% from fresh? Can you afford to shop in a totally organic way? It’s not easy and needs planning and thought. But really, do we need a computer programme to think for us? 

The best strategy is to do as much as you can to live your life as naturally as possible and balance up the shortfalls with a few supplements that are truly useful. Here are the ones we think actually are:

Vitamin D - needed to keep bones, muscles and teeth healthy. We absorb it naturally from eggs, red meat and oily fish. Our bodies also make Vitamin D from sunshine – but not in the winter months. This is where a good quality supplement kicks in.

Magnesium – a mineral, that helps turn healthy foods into energy and supports muscle function, reduces fatigue and much more. We absorb it from nuts, green leafy vegetables, whole grains and healthy oils.

Omega 3’s – fatty acids that are absorbed from various ‘good fats’ and ensure all our cells can operate, including our hearts, brains and blood flow. Again, the food options are nuts, seeds and oily fish, but if you have dietary limitations (nut allergies for example) then a supplement is a good option.

We are happy to advise on the best quality products
and brands that might be appropriate for you.