Regulating acid-base balance as a key strategy for optimising cardio-metabolic health - a podcast by Bio-Practica Nutraceuticals

Dr Werner is a scientist, researcher, and specialist in mineral therapy based in Munich, Germany. She is the Head of Medicine & Science at Protina – the German-based company who manufactures mineral-based formulas such as Basica Active and Magnesium Diasporal, amongst others.

Dr Werner studied nutrition at the Technical University of Munich and then gained her doctorate on "The Biofunctionality of Food". Dr Werner is the author or co-author for numerous scientific publications, mainly focussed on the biochemistry of minerals, trace elements and vitamins, as well as the importance of acid-base homeostasis in health and disease. Dr Werner is a member of the Society for Magnesium Research and the Society for Minerals and Trace Elements. She is also a member of the Committee for Self-Medication within the Federal Association of the Pharmaceutical Industry (BPI), Germany.

1. Review the current evidence on the correlations between chronic metabolic acidosis and cardio-metabolic disease – including hypertension, type 2 diabetes mellitus, and metabolic syndrome

2. Explore how an alkalising diet and alkalising mineral therapy can help prevent and manage cardio-metabolic conditions

3. Discuss the different forms of alkalising minerals available and gain valuable insight into the best form of alkalising mineral therapy for your patients