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Source of Life Garden Bone Support

Yogini from our Edgware Store says that one of her favourite’s is Natures Plus Source of Life Garden Bone Support – ” It is a very good supplement for rebuilding. AlgaeCal, with Vitamin K2 and Vitamin D also helps build, strengthen and repair the bone”

Nature’s Plus Source of Life Bone Support Capsules with AlgaeCal is a certified Organic, Gold Standard Vitamin and Mineral formula to aid those who suffer with, or anyone who is concerned about, bone health issues.

The Bone Support nutritionally supports healthy bones with 1000 mg of the most assimilable plant-based calcium from AlgaeCal, a marine algae carefully and sustainably harvested live from the pristine shores of protected coastline in South America.

For maximum absorption and utilisation, Garden Bone Support also provides 1000IU of vitamin D3 from organic mushrooms, as well as vitamin K2 as menaquinone-7, the most bioavailable form of vitamin K, the critical bone-health nutrient.

In a base of more than 20 organic whole fruits, vegetables, mushrooms, herbs, algae and other green foods. Adequate calcium and vitamin D as part of a healthful diet, along with physical activity, may reduce the risk of osteoporosis in later life.

This formula is yeast free, gluten free and vegan and does not contain: Magnesium Stearate, Stearic Acid,
Titanium Dioxide, Carnauba Wax, Talc, Yeast, Hexane or artificial Flavouring, Sweeteners and Preservatives.

 

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Wiley’s Finest Prenatal Omega 3 DHA

Good for Mum and Baby!

Omega 3 DHA is an essential nutrient required during pregnancy.  It is necessary for normal and healthy development of the baby’s brain, eyes, and nerves while in the womb.  Eating foods containing DHA during pregnancy has long-lasting benefits for the child as well as the mum as it has been seen to lower the risk of post natal depression. Omega 3 DHA is found naturally in fatty fish, such as salmon and herring, or in dietary supplements.

Babies only get DHA from their mums

The developing baby is completely dependent on its mother for DHA especially during the last trimester of pregnancy, because the brain and eyes are developing rapidly during this time. The baby’s need for enough DHA is so strong that he or she will deplete their mother’s DHA if the supply is low. This is why women need to consume enough DHA during pregnancy for both of them. In addition, eye development and vision are not completely developed by their birth, so feeding the baby healthy levels of DHA from breast milk or formula helps vision continue to develop. Healthy levels of DHA have also been shown to help improve moods in women before and after birth.

How much do you need?

Neither mom nor baby can make DHA in the body so it must be consumed through the diet or from supplements. Experts recommend getting at least 200 – 300 mg DHA per day, and some recommend up to 900 mg per day to cover the needs for both mother and child

Why Wiley’s Finest?

Wiley’s Finest Prenatal DHA provides a concentrated dose of EPA and DHA essential fatty acids in every serving.
  • Concentrated Wild Alaskan Fish Oil made at their family owned and operated cGMP Refinery
  • Each serving contains 120mg EPA, 600mg DHA for a total of 720mg Omega-3s
  • Take 2 softgels per day; 60 count bottle is a 1 month supply!
  • Sustainable Alaskan Fish caught by American Fishermen

Wiley’s Finest has partnered with national charity Baby Lifeline.

During the months of August and September 2017, Wiley’s Finest will be donating 5% sales of Beginners DHA and Prenatal DHA to Baby Lifeline which supports the care of pregnant women and their unborn and newborn babies, ensuring the best possible outcome from pregnancy and birth.

Sam Wiley, Managing Director of Wiley’s Finest says:
“We are honoured to partner with Baby Lifeline, a charity dedicated to supporting babies during their first precious moments in this world. Our family believes supporting the nutritional care of every mother, both pre and postnatal and her baby is essential. As a father with young children, I am touched to think we can be a part of their mission.”

 

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Vitalife Ceremonial Matcha

Bryony in our Watford store recommends Vitalife Ceremonial Matcha – She says :”I love the taste and the energy it gives me. I drink it as a tea and put it in my smoothies every morning”

137x antioxidants of standard green tea as well as being high in L-Theanine (the ‘feel good’ amino acid), matcha improves mental focus and awareness, boosts metabolism and due to the high antioxidant value it is very detoxifying and naturally anti-ageing.

Matcha is a powdered green tea grown in exclusive regions of Japan.

Ceremonial grade matcha, in comparison to lower grades, uses only the smallest, youngest tea leaves on the bush – giving it a distinctly smooth, almost sweet, flavour. It is also stronger in antioxidants

Beginner’s grade, on the other hand, uses more mature leaves from further down the tea bush which may be slightly bitter in taste

Ceremonial grade is perfect for those who have tried beginner’s grade matcha and want to take the next step to an even higher quality cup of matcha green tea.

 

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Living Nutrition Your Flora Family

Is there anything better than feeling healthy and protected? Is there anything healthier than organic fermented food? Probably not. Because only correct fermentation creates healthy microorganisms for our digestion, and these are one of the best allies we have in our health naturally.

We need to have symbiosis – harmony with nature. That’s why I’m taking Living Nutrition Your Flora Family a symbiotic, naturally evolved microorganism supplement. It helps keep your digestion in great shape which in turn helps to keep us healthy.

Living Nutrition Your Flora provides 35 different strength probiotics, enzymes and nutrients which helps to create the right environment in the gut. It plays a great role in digestive and immune system,  enhance nutrient absorption and are involved in some vitamin production. Also keeps great balance in terms of yeast overgrowth, helps with skin issues and so much more.

In addition the Living Nutrition Your Flora Family is great for the whole family.

Living Nutrition have a range of sypmbiotics for all digestive complaints. Find out more about the rest of the range here

Written by Joanna Kanownik – Product adviser and dietitian in our Putney Store

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Viridian SPF Skin Pro-Factors

I can’t rave about this product any more. It is fantastic. I have been using the Viridian SPF Skin Pro-Factors for a few years now and it’s great. I inherited my grandmother’s fair Irish skin and I felt like I would burn just thinking about a beach holiday. I was recommended Astaxanthin, a supplement often derived from krill or algae, to stop this from happening. It acts as a kind of natural sun screen. The SPF Skin Pro-Factors contains a very good amount of Astaxanthin as well as other great skin ingredients so I gave it a go.

The results were incredible. Not only do I no longer burn when out in the sun but I also no longer get a”sun allergy” also known as polymorphic light eruption. This does not mean that I can lie in the sun for hours and not roast. You still need to be responsible and use that hat and sun cream but what once resulted in an angry red and sore complexion, even after slathering on sun cream now leaves me a healthy golden brown. I take the SPF Skin Pro-Factors throughout the summer months or 2 weeks before and throughout any winter sun breaks.

The Viridian SPF Skin Pro-Factors contain:

SOD – Superoxide dismutase (SOD) is an enzyme found in all living cells. It is used by the body to break down harmful free radicles.  It has also been used in studies of cell repair, beneficial for anti ageing. In additional to sunscreen, protective clothing and good choices, such as not going into the sun when it is most intense, SOD may help with exposure to the sun. There have been several clinical studies that actually show better tolerance to sun exposure, particularly for the sun sensitive.

Astaxanthin – Shown to be more effective than than beta-carotene  and lutein at preventing UV light photo oxidation of lipids

Grape Seed Extract – Protect against free radical damage suggested to be a major cause of aging. The antioxidant effect of this is greater than Vitamin A, C or E. Studies have shown this to be effective in improving vision as well as flexibility of tissue such as joints and cardiovascular system

Beta Carotene mix – Beta carotenes naturally protect the skin from the sun but studies have shown that it is at best around and SPF4. Carotenoids are not meant to be used on their own but along side sun protection creams.

 

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Divaderm Brow Extender

Lucy in our Watford store Divaderm Brow Extender II Brows in a bottle in Cappuccino colour – She says “It’s a brow treatment with thickening fibres as well as nourishing Rosemary, Nettle and Aloe Vera Extracts. It colours and fills  my brows to perfection.”

It is said your eyes are the “windows to your soul,” so don’t let barely there brows bring you down. Brow Extender II creates natural looking eyebrows while simultaneously treating the skin and hair with herbal extracts and natural moisturisers.

Containing natural plant extracts including

  • Lecithin, Aloe, and Panthenol that improves dry or flaky skin, making it appear smooth and supple. Panthenol also enhances hair’s body, sheen, and texture.
  • Boswellia Serrata, the Indian version of frankincense, can both strengthen hair roots, reducing fallout, as well as improve shine and condition.
  • Tocopherol, conditions skin and helps keep follicles healthy and producing new growth.
  • American Ginseng, often has a firming effect when applied topically.
  • Sweet Basil Extract, potentially inhibits hair loss.
  • Rosemary Extract has antioxidant properties and can calm irritated skin.

The Brow extender is

  • Semi-Permanent.
  • Contains highly pigmented natural Italian Sea Mineral Clay and natural fibres for a natural looking and long-lasting colour.
  • Covers grey hairs completely.
  • Infused with natural moisturisers and herbal extracts that stimulate, strengthen and condition your brows in 4 to 6 weeks.

For fashionable full brows, you have to try it!

 

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Sukin Super Greens Clay Mask

Green superfoods aren’t just for putting in smoothies. Sukin have a great range of skincare products packed with minerals and antioxidants to give your dull skin a radiant boost.

This product is a favourite of our Edgware store manager, Catalina. She says “Sukin Super Greens Detoxifying Clay Mask is an amazing blend of greens and superfood to promote a clean, healthy and glowing skin. I love it!”

The Super Greens Clay mask contains Kale, Goji Berry, and Bentonite and is enriched with vitamins and antioxidants to detox and brighten the complexion, and minimise the appearance of fine lines.

Also containing Avocado, Baobab and Rosehip Oils, it promotes an even skin tone through intensive hydration leaving your skin replenished and helps maintain youthful, glowing skin.

 

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Nubian Heritage African Black Soap

African Black Soap, made with Palm Ash, Tamarind Extract and Plantain Peel has been used in Africa for centuries to minimise the appearance of skin blemishes. Shea Butter, regularly used in African communities, has reported to have been used as far back as Cleopatra’s rule of Egypt.

Nubian Heritage’s African Black Soap combines Shea Butter’s hydrating properties with the soothing properties of Oats, Aloe and Cocoa Pod Ash to reduce the appearance of superficial skin imperfections. It is a deep cleansing formula providing detoxifying and exfoliation to reveal healthy-looking skin.

Maria in our Putney store says “I am so pleased with the results in my skin, after using this soap every day as face wash. My skin is oily and I have been looking for a product that would help to balance it for a long time. I am very happy I found this soap!

My skin is clean and hydrated but without the shiny and greasy appearance which oily skin types always have.  All the ingredients are very natural and free of any harsh chemicals. I think the fragrance is amazing too and highly recommended it to anyone who has combination or oily skin.”

 

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Full Time Sales Assistant Putney

About us:

Panacea Health & Beauty first began in 2006 and we currently have 5 stores in and around London. We specialise in Natural health and beauty products including supplements, skincare and foods and are very selective about what we sell, making sure that it is in line with the Panacea Ethos. We are passionate what we do and we love helping customers find not only what they want but also what they need.

About you:

Our advisers are the life of Panacea as their knowledge and hard work are what keeps our customers returning. We are looking for people who are as passionate about natural health and beauty as we are. If that’s you and you have experience within the Health Food industry, we would like to hear from you.

  • You must have experience within the health food retail industry with excellent knowledge of natural remedies or working toward a diploma or degree in the field of natural or nutritional health.
  • In-depth knowledge of vitamin & mineral supplements, herbal remedies, and homeopathy.
  • Ability to advise customers confidently and competently.
  • Experience in a in a busy retail environment.
  • Engaging and confident – Comfortable working with members of the public
  • Helpful and polite
  • Physically fit and able
  • Enthusiasm for natural health and willingness to learn about product range.
  • Able to work as part of a sales team
  • Smart appearance and articulate

About the role:

This position is Full Time including weekends

Each person is involved with all areas of the running of the store including

  • customer service
  • product advice and sales
  • stock orders and deliveries
  • merchandising
  • maintaining the upkeep and appearance of the store

We aim to provide you with the opportunity to grow with our business, you will be encouraged to get as much training as possible provided by our suppliers.

We offer competitive rates of pay based on knowledge and experience, and continuing development and training.

E mail your CV and a cover letter to: [email protected] and mention which store you’re applying for

Please note that only candidates with relevant experience will be contacted.

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Lavera Q10 Eye Cream

The first signs of ageing usually appear in the eye area with fine lines forming there. Finding the right product to help prevent or reduce these lines can be quite expensive

The Lavera Q10 Eye Cream may be the product for you. Lavera natural cosmetics are an all natural and organic skincare brand. Lavera is also certified organic by NaTrue.

The Lavera Basis Sensitiv range is suitable for all skin types and leaves your skin moisturised, refreshed, and balanced! Feel your skin improve within days. The Q10 range is no exception to this

The Lavera Q10 Anti-Ageing Eye Cream has been proven to reduce wrinkle depth and firm the skin around the eye area while keeping the delicate skin around the eye area smooth and looking gorgeous.

Co-enzyme Q 10 – is anti-oxidant-rich and helps to prevent the early signs of ageing, and stimulates and energises skin cell regeneration.

Jamila in our Kingston Store says “I’ve been using Lavera for three years and since using the Q10 range I can say it’s the best anti-aging facial products I’ve used, especially the eye cream. It is moisturising nourishing and really works on fine lines and wrinkles.

Lavera Basis Sensitiv is a complete range of natural and organic skincare which includes organic facial care, hair care, body care, and dental care suitable for all the family to use.

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