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Should I be taking a vitamin D supplement?
The COVID-19 pandemic has left a lot of us spending more time indoors than we normally would and for high risk individuals and the elderly the guidelines are to self isolate for 3 months meaning no time at all can be spent outside. Due to the fact that vitamin D is converted to its active form by the action of sunlight on the skin there is an increased risk of widespread vitamin D deficiency.
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Our Krill Oil supplier steps up its support of the Antarctic ecosystem
Aker BioMarine is a biotech innovator and Antarctic krill-harvesting company, and the supplier of Just Vitamin's Krill Oil. As a further step in its quest to improve human and planetary health it has launched a unmanned solar-powered ocean data drone in an effort to support the science of the Antarctic ecosystem.
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Is your diet influenced by your friends on social media?
A new study has shown that people's food choices are influenced by what they see their friends eating on social media. This is great if you're among of group of people that eat healthily however not so much if most of your friends are regularly guzzling foods that are bad for your health.
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Chinese doctors looking to Vitamin C to combat coronavirus
All over the world vitamin C is known as a health saviour, in fact we spend more than £880 million on vitamin C supplements globally. Now doctors in China are looking into it's effectiveness against coronavirus.
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CBD supplements at risk of a ban
A statement has been issued by the Food Standards Agency (FSA) saying that the CBD industry has until 31st March 2021 to submit valid novel food authorisation applications. After that date on products that have submitted a valid application will be allowed to remain on the market. This move ensures that novel foods meet legal standards.
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What supplements should I take for high blood pressure?
If you suffer from high blood pressure there is a strong chance you will develop cardiovascular disease therefore leading a lifestyle that takes care of your heart is the best defence against developing high blood pressure. There are a number of supplements that can certainly help you in this healthful endeavour.
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What vegan friendly foods contain vitamin B12?
One of the most well-known challenges for vegans is getting enough vitamin B12, which is only found in animal products like eggs and meat. What foods could you include more of in your diet in order to up B12 levels if you're a vegan?
Learn moreCan I improve my immune system?
It's a question a lot of us must be asking ourselves following a winter of widespread illness. So far its been a season of coughs, colds and full blown flu. If you've avoided it thus far well done, you're in a minority!
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How can I be happier in life?
Stress and anxiety has a huge impact on our emotional well being and unfortunately it has become synonymous with modern day life. It impacts on our ability to be happy, which of course can never be a permanent state of being, but something we all strive to feel more frequently. So how can we be happier in the face of life's trials and tribulations?
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