Supplements
I have difficulty swallowing, may I break the tablets or open a capsule?
Yes, you can break tablets in half or grind them into powder using a tablet crusher or mortar and pestle. You can gently twist open capsules and mix the contents with water, juice, yoghurt, or a smoothie.
Why has the colour of some tablets changed?
The colour has changed due to the substance titanium dioxide. Titanium dioxide provided the white colour in 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. It was concluded that titanium dioxide may be harmful when ingested 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 helps keep the contents together and prevents the tablet from crumbling.