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Help protect your mind from ageing
Modern times sees an ever increasing ageing population, with this should come increased awareness in ways to fight both the physical and mental decline associated with the process. Here we look at the importance of nutrition in keeping an agile mind.
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More bad reports about children's consumption of junk food
Awareness of the importance of diet when it comes to health has, arguably, never been greater - consequently the food industry is under constant pressure to educate it's consumers. Health compromised by dietary factors is on the increase and this is driving many people to change their eating habits, however in the case of childrens' diets why are some parents seemingly burying their heads in the sand?
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10 questions to ask before taking a supplement
There are many factors to consider when deciding to supplement your diet with vitamins, minerals or herbs including age, existing physical and mental health, lifestyle and current or previous health conditions. Read this post to find out more or ring our free and confidential supplement advice line on 024 7669 5115.
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Positive outcome to the glucosamine High Court hearing
We all recognise glucosamine as a supplement - it's possibly the worlds most popular. Recently a Chinese Pharmaceutical firm has fought the UK Medicines and Healthcare Products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) to try and force glucosamine to be classified as a medicine. The claim was struck out of High Court very quickly and it remains classified as a food supplement. Should the attempt have succeeded it would have made glucosamine far more expensive and harder to buy, and reduced consumer choice considerably.
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Pycnogenol® Found to Improve Memory and Test Scores in College Students
Supplementing a healthy diet is just as important to maintaining mental performance as it is to maintaining a healthy body. Natural supplements are an easy, effective way to manage mental focus, memory and overall mood. A recent clinical trial has shown Pycnogenol® to enhance mental performance in healthy college students.
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Scientific breakthrough shows long-term omega-3 potential
Research to date has identified that DHA omega-3 fatty acids are very important for brain function, however exactly how the substance is absorbed has remained a mystery, if unlocked this information could be used to formulate a nutritional agent targeting more effective absorption. Read about the latest scientific breakthrough..
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Pycnogenol® Shown to Improve Perimenopause Symptoms
Perimenopause is the transitional period into menopause and can last for up to four years. It is characterised by many unpleasant symptoms which can seriously affect quality of life. Pycnogenol® supplementation has been shown to be effective at reducing hot flushes and night time sweating and therefore may help women interested in controlling climacteric symptoms with a more natural approach.
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Omega-3 fatty acids help to manage triglyceride levels
The first thing that probably springs to mind when thinking about how to best prevent the onset of cardiovascular disease is to to lower levels of bad cholesterol in the body. However another very important measurement is triglyceride levels - read about the crucial role Omega-3 fatty acids play in their management.
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Research shows Krill lowers triglycerides - a risk factor for cardiovascular disease
Recent research has concluded that the management of high triglyceride levels represents a crucial step to reduce cardiovascular risk, and omega-3 fatty acid supplementation represents a valid approach to correct triglyceride levels, which are an independent risk factor for cardiovascular disease.
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