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Cherry extract for gout
Cherry extract or fresh cherries have recently become popular as a way of preventing gout. Is there any evidence behind this? We take a look at the scientific research so far and explain why cherries have become popular for gout treatment and prevention.
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Feefo Gold Trusted Merchant Status
We have been awarded a Gold Trusted Merchant status with Feefo for our service rating in 2013. To achieve that status we had 98% of our customers rate us as Excellent or Good.
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Are you at risk of Vitamin B12 Deficiency?
Vitamin B12 is actually produced by bacteria and micro-organisms therefore paradoxically our unnaturally hygienic modern lives (compared to those of our ancestors) mean we consume less of this vitamin! Vitamin B12 is vital to maintaining good health, find out what factors may be putting you at risk of deficiency.
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GM modified/synthetic cod liver oil
A fish-less fish oil - cod liver oil that doesn't come from cod! Would you take it as a supplement? It's not yet a reality but have a read about the proposition and its potential issues and benefits.
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What is melatonin?
Melatonin is a hormone produced in the brain which helps regulate your sleep cycles and we all know how important sleep is to our bodily functions. It is widely used by people to help overcome jet lag and sleep disorders such as insomnia. In the UK it is a prohibited substance and can only be obtained by prescription. Learn more about its purpose, why some people are affected by a lack of it, and what natural food sources can help boost melatonin levels.
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Vitamin D and rickets
The NHS have reported that cases of rickets is on the rise with 833 admissions to hospital in 2012-13. We take a look at what rickets is and what may have caused this increase in suffering.We recommend that everyone read this article but especially those with young children who are predominantly affected by the disease.
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Customer reviews for Rose Hip
Rosehip is a long used supplement which has a variety of uses - we believe that first hand use and experience provides a good resource for people researching the product. This article summarises some customer feedback from people who have purchased and used our rosehip extract tablets. A summary of NHS opinion of scientific studies into rosehip is also included.
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5 reasons to take a cod liver oil supplement
The use of cod liver oil for general health and wellness has been long documented but scientific research now backs up real health claims, read on to find out more.
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Can probiotics help anxiety and behavioral problems?
Recent findings have begun to back up long held theories that there are strong links between brain function and stomach bacteria. This article reports on some of the most recent studies and theories.
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