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Copper

Copper is an essential trace mineral. It’s found in many foods in small amounts and in all body tissues.

Vitamin B3

Vitamin B3 is also called niacin. There are two forms of niacin – nicotinic acid andniacinamide.

Vitamin B5

Vitamin B5 is also known as pantothenic acid, named after the Greek word ‘pantos’ meaning ‘everywhere’.

Vitamin B6

Vitamin B6 is otherwise known as pyridoxine. In fact, pyridoxine is not just one vitamin but a group of water-soluble compounds.

Vitamin B12

Named cobalamin, because it is the only vitamin that contains an essential mineral, cobalt.

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Herb Health: Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)

Feeling gloomy? Don’t despair - there are things you can do and herbs you can take to bring some sunshine into your life. Editor Jane Garton shares some natural remedies that can help brighten the darker days.