Also on the increase is interest in the beneficial effects of other ingredients, such as carotenoids, fibres and amino and fatty acids.

ERNA's publication "The Health Benefits of Vitamins and Minerals" (1999) is a close look at what has been learnt so far. It is also an assessment of the positive protective and preventative role that vitamins and minerals have on health.

 

Authored by renowned experts in the field, the publication points to promising areas of research and highlights areas where further work should be encouraged.