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Painful joints? Consider Rosehip
Many millions of people in the UK suffer from joint pain, the most common conditions being rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis - both are characterised by inflammation of the joints which causes swelling, stiffness and pain. Research has identified Rosehip as a natural anti-inflammatory and a possible alternative treatment for joint pain.
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Osteoporosis - The Silent Epidemic
Osteoporosis is a condition characterised by severe bone thinning which leads to painful fractures. It affects half of woman and a fifth of men over 50 in the UK - amounting to nearly 3 million people. Sadly sufferers don't realise they have it until it's too late - find out about the vitamins and minerals important for preserving your bone health.
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The importance of magnesium to the body
Magnesium is an essential mineral that plays a very important role in many bodily functions - in fact it regulates over 300 biochemical reactions in the human body. However some experts have referred to it as 'The Forgotten Mineral' as the population of the western world is seeing a steady decline in dietary intake. Find out why it's so important to ensure you're getting enough.
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Raspberry Ketones are now a 'Novel Food'
Yesterday the Food Standards Agency completed its review of Raspberry Ketones and they have now officially been given a 'Novel Food' status. This means until an application to authorise the supplement is made and granted then it is not legal to sell within the European Union. There is no history of their use i.e. safety to consume and their marketing is believed to be misleading to consumers. There is no such thing as a 'miracle weight-loss' product!
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How to fight your spring allergies without drugs
With spring now here in the UK there is an increase in pollen in the air. With that comes the onset of allergies for many people. Itchy eyes, runny noses and bouts of incessant sneezing are no fun! We look at the importance of good nutrition and how natural food supplements can help, including a fascinating use for an onion!
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What is Biotin and what does it do?
Biotin is part of the B-Complex vitamins and is also known as Vitamin B7 - it is part of many important functions in the body including a healthy nervous system, macronutrient metabolism and maintenance of healthy skin and hair.
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Facing the Menopause and its symptoms
Menopause generally occurs in women at around 50 years old, there are many unpleasant symptoms associated with this stage of life including hot flushes, headaches and tiredness, as well as more serious conditions such as Osteoporosis. Find out which supplements can help.
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Stress and anti-stress supplements
Stress is likely to affect nearly everyone on an almost daily basis. High levels of stress can lead to poor health so it's important to learn how we can arm ourselves against this very prevalent modern day issue. This is where diet and nutrition comes in - both are very important in helping to deal with stress and boost stress resistance. Find out what stress does to you and what nutrition is important to consider.
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What are Macronutrients?
Macronutrients' is simply the scientific term used to describe the three nutrient groups essential to our survival. Learn how much of each of the three different types you should consume per day and the different roles they play in our body.
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