What is it? Folic acid is sometimes known as Vitamin B9, Vitamin M or Vitamin Bc. It is a water soluble vitamin needed for the formation of DNA and body proteins; formation of red and white blood cells; development of the foetus. Function How it helps Foetal developement Folic acid is essential for proper cell …
What is it? Copper is a trace mineral needed for the production of superoxide dismutase, an antioxidant enzyme; it is involved in energy production and hormone formation; needed for connective tissue and red blood cells; helps to produce the skin pigment melanin. Function How it helps Essential coenzyme Copper is involved in several enzyme systems …
What is it? Chromium is a trace mineral, its functions include insulin regulation and blood sugar control and cholesterol regulation. Function How it helps Blood sugar regulation It helps to increase the sensitivity of cell receptors to insulin, increasing the efficiency of blood glucose metabolism. Cardiovascular health. Reduces levels of cholesterol and triglycerides benefitting those …
What is it? A group of nutrients including beta-carotene, lutein, lycopene, capsanthin and zeaxanthin which have significant anti-oxidant properties. Function How it helps Anti-oxidant Help to scavenge and inhibit free radical damage to tissues in the body. Cell protective Prevents damage by free radicals and lowers the susceptibility to cellular abnormalities. Immune enhancement Helps to …
Calcium is the most abundant mineral in the body, found in the bones and teeth. It is also needed for muscle contractions, nerve function and blood clotting. Function How it helps Bone Health More than 99% of the calcium in the body is found in the bones and teeth. It helps stimulate the release …
Boron is a trace mineral found mainly in the bones but also in the thyroid and parathyroid glands. It helps to reduce the loss of calcium in the urine and so can often be found in combination with calcium in supplements. Function How it helps Female hormone health Influences the activity of oestrogen and is …
Your digestive system is the most sensitive and reactive part of your body. It is the interface between the food you eat and your insides and will let you know whether what you are eating or drinking is right for you. As your gut has more immune cells than the rest of your body, any …
There are many strains of Candida in the environment. The two which affect humans to the greatest extent are Candida Albicans and Candida Tropicalis. In this article we are referring to Candida Albicans. Candida Albicans is a body yeast which is present in all humans. Normally its presence is limited to the skin, vagina, and …
The heart is a pump designed to force blood through our body. Blood is pumped from the heart through the arteries out to our muscles and organs. Pumps work by generating pressure. Too much pressure puts a strain on the arteries and on the heart itself. This can cause an artery to rupture or the …
Blepharitis is inflammation of the eyelids, commonly affecting the roots of the eyelashes. It may be associated with dandruff or the use of cosmetics. It may be helped by cleaning the rims of the eyelids with a cotton bud and salt or bicarbonate solution. Herbs, natural remedies and supplements are all helpful for this condition. …
