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Green Coffee Extract - what's the hype?
People often look to food supplements to support their weight loss and one of the newest products is green coffee bean extract. We look at the science behind the product (it has nothing to do with caffeine!) and examine some studies into its effectiveness.
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What does oxidative stress mean?
Free radicals cause oxidative stress. What does this mean - is it good or bad? Contrary to common belief free radicals aren't actually all bad - they are necessary to our survival. Is oxidative stress good or bad and what causes it? Find out......
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Pycnogenol shown to improve fitness and muscle recovery
A recent study on Pycnogenol has shown significant improvements in training and performance in both normal and semi-professional athletes. The results demonstrated its effectiveness in boosting muscle performance, increasing endurance and reducing cramping by controlling oxidative stress.
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What is ubiquinol?
Many people will have heard of Coenzyme Q10 which is called ubiquinone. There is a new kid on the block called ubiquinol - they are very easy to confuse! Ubiquinol is a reduced form Coenzyme Q10 which is already in a form which the body can use - Coenzyme Q10 needs to be converted by the body into ubiquinol before it can be utilised.
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The Polyphenolic Family
If you've researched your vitamins and supplements you will have almost certainly come across at least one of these terms: 'polyphenols', 'flavanoids', 'flavanols', 'catechins', 'isoflavones' or 'anthocyanins'. They aren't the easiest of terms to digest admittedly and they are by no means the same thing but to help you visualise the link between them all and the hierarchy they fit into we have created this infographic for you.
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What are essential fatty acids?
The word 'fat' probably has an instant 'oh no' reaction in people but it's not all bad and is actually essential in the body. Our body needs essential fatty acids to survive and they must be obtained in our diets via food or supplements. There are different types of essential fatty acids - here you can learn about the main ones.
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Where to get Omega-3 essential fatty acids from different diets
No type of fat has been getting more recent publicity than Omega-3s, you're very likely to have heard that they play an important role in support of our health. Find out what animal foods, seafoods, vegetables, seeds and nuts are rich in Omega-3, and what health conditions Omega-3s play a role in preventing/treating.
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Starflower Oil vs Evening Primrose Oil
Evening Primrose Oil has been around for a very long time and is widely known of. The active ingredient is an Omega-6 fatty acid called Gamma Linolenic Acid (GLA). There is another plant that contains GLA and has very similar properties called Starflower or Borage. Is Evening Primrose Oil or Starflower Oil considered to be better?
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Krill Oil - a superior source of Omega-3s
Krill Oil is different from fish oils because it is naturally pure and contains phospholipid omega-3s and astaxanthin. The difference between Krill Oil and other marine fish oils is considerable, and it is fast being considered a superior source of Omega-3s for a variety of reasons.
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