Supplements
I have difficulty swallowing, can I break the tablets or open a capsule?
Yes, you can break tablets in half or crush them into powder using a tablet crusher or mortar and pestle. Capsules can be carefully opened and mixed with water, juice, yoghurt, or a smoothie if needed.
Why has the colour of some tablets changed?
The colour has changed due to the removal of the substance titanium dioxide. Titanium dioxide was used to give a white colour to supplements and other food items, such as icing, chewing gum, liquorice, or chocolate with a white coating. The EFSA (European Food Safety Authority) conducted research on this substance and found that titanium dioxide could potentially be harmful when consumed in large quantities. As a result, we at Vitaminstore have replaced titanium dioxide with red or yellow iron oxide. This is a natural substance, harmless to health, and has a stabilising effect. It ensures that the content stays intact and the pill does not crumble.