Mourad in our Kingston store has chosen Higher Nature Keep Sharp as his current favourite.
These tasty orange and lemon flavour jellies are formulated to nourish and support your brain. Containing emulsified omega 3 fish oil packed with DHA and containing slightly more than the recommended daily intake of at least 250mg of DHA. They also contain choline, CoQ10, zinc and B vitamins. The jelly like chews are easy to take and more readily absorbed by the body than tablets, and are an ideal choice if you are concerned about your brain as you age.
The nutrients include:
Zinc which contributes to normal cognitive function
DHA contributes to the maintenance of normal brain function
Choline is a component of the neurotransmitter (a chemical released by nerve cells to send signals to other cells) acetyl choline
Coenzyme Q10, produced by all the cells in the body but its production diminishes with age but is essential for energy production in the brain
Vitamins including Niacin, B6, B12 and Biotin known to help balance homocysteine levels.
The Jellies have also been sweetened using tooth friendly xylitol.
For more information pop into one of our stores and chat to one of our knowledgeable product advisers.
More than a multi and more than just greens, Good Green Stuff is a complex multi-nutrient formula that helps make it simple to be and stay healthy. Based on the latest scientific research and formulated for maximum vitality.
Over 75 ingredients
Good Green Stuff is a blend of carefully selected fruits, vegetables and herbs – with added vitamins, minerals, friendly bacteria, plant foods and extracts and other essential nutrients.The ultimate superfood with the very best ingredients for optimum health.
Quality without compromise
Independently formulated by a team of global health experts. The form of every ingredient specifically selected for optimum performance. Regularly reviewed, and blended in world-class facilities in Belgium. Every batch is tested before release
Food For Thought
Nutrients to feed the mind and help you cope when the going gets tough as well as being packed with nutrients that help you battle fatigue and keep your psychological function in tip top condition.
Easy to Digest and Supports Your Gut and Immunity
Easier to digest than tablets or capsules and made from a base of real plant foods. Every form of vitamin and mineral has been carefully chosen for the best absorption and utilisation profile. Packed full of soluble fibre, friendly bacteria and digestive enzymes, yet gentle on the stomach. Good Green Stuff contains a wide range of ingredients that promote gut health, encourage a healthy inflammatory response, protect cells from oxidative stress and support your immune system
For those aspiring to vitality, body balance and healthy weight
A food-form, plant extract, gut friendly, synergistic food supplement to put a spring in your step. Two forms of Co Q10 and ideal ratios of B-Vitamins for energy-yielding metabolism, psychological, nervous system and immune function, along with countless other nutrients and phytonutrients to make you glow from the inside out. Good Green Stuff helps you look and feel your best every day!
Quick, Tasty, Convenient
Takes the strain out of good nutrition in one easy daily serve. No supplement can replace a healthy diet, but few get the chance to consume a balanced and varied diet every day. Good Green Stuff helps you fill the nutritional gaps. Think of it as your nutritional insurance policy.
No Bad Stuff
Allergen-Free – All of the good stuff, with none of the bad
Free from all common allergens:
No Gluten
No Dairy
No Eggs
No Nuts
No Soy
No Corn.
No GMO
No Nasty Chemicals
No Artificial Preservatives
Just 10 grams of concentrated, real-food ingredients
She says: “It is a great tasting supplement that supports energy levels using B vitamins and magnesium combined with D-Ribose , CoQ10 and amino acids. Magnesium and Vitamins B2 and B3 are essential components of energy production and contribute to the reduction of tiredness and fatigue.”
MitoGuard® Intensive supports cellular energy production. The mitochondria in our body cells are our own power stations in the body and generate our energy. They can be prone to oxidative damage and impaired function. MitoGuard® Intensive is designed to support the function of these mitochondria and energy production in the smallest parts of our body, using Nutrients, Antioxidants and stress fighting adaptogens.
One of the best ways to take care of your heart and cardiovascular system is by maintaining normal cholesterol levels. Healthy eating habits and exercise are important lifestyle factors that will keep your cholesterol count within the safe range.
Why should we maintain healthy cholesterol balance?
Cholesterol is a fatty substance known as a lipid and it is vital for the normal functioning of the body. Its roles include providing cell structure, insulating nerve fibres, making hormones and aiding in digestion and absorption of fats. 80% of the cholesterol in the body gets produced from within, mostly by the liver. From there it is carried in the bloodstream to other tissues. We also get cholesterol from foods, especially those high in fat. Having an excessively high level of lipids in your blood (hyperlipidemia) can have a serious effect on your health as it increases your risk of having a heart attack or stroke. We need to ensure our cholesterol levels stay within a normal, healthy range.
There are two key forms of cholesterol
Cholesterol cannot travel around the body on its own because it does not dissolve in water. Instead, it is carried in your blood by molecules called lipoproteins, the two key forms of which are:
HDL – also known as “good cholesterol” – gathers excess cholesterol in the bloodstream and brings it back to the liver where it is re-processed. Raised HDL levels are associated with cardiovascular protection.
LDL – or “bad cholesterol” – conveys cholesterol from the liver and deposits in different places, including the lining of the arteries. This causes the formation of cholesterol plaque and, over time, thickening of the artery walls and narrowing of the arteries (this process is called atherosclerosis).
The right balance
What is important is the ratio – or balance – between HDL and LDL. The more LDL and the less HDL you have, the worse off you are. On the other hand, relatively high HDL and low LDL is considered healthy. Factors that contribute to healthy HDL levels include exercise, a modest alcohol intake, and certain foods such as fish (because of their omega-3 content).
Illustration: A healthy artery is wide open because there is no arterial plaque that clogs it up. When blood fats like cholesterol and triglycerides get oxidised, they turn into sticky plaque that narrows the passage through the artery.
Natural statins
Statins are synthetically manufactured drugs used to lower cholesterol, and they are currently prescribed to a staggering 8 million people in the UK. There are also natural statins. For instance, lovastatin is also found naturally in red yeast rice. Randomised clinical trials have found natural statins to be effective, and they have become an increasingly popular choice amongst health-conscious consumers.
What is Red Yeast Rice?
Red yeast rice, a dietary staple in some Asian countries, is yeast cultivated on rice. The product contains 14 active compounds called monacolins, which have been shown to inhibit the synthesis of cholesterol. Monacolin K effectively blocks HMG-CoA reductase, which aids cholesterol synthesis in the liver. Monacolin K is also referred to as “mevinolin” or “lovastatin”.
In China the use of red yeast rice is documented as far back as the Tang Dynasty in 800 A.D . It has been used as a food colouring for centuries in many Asian countries – think Peking duck. Red-yeast-rice extract is therefore considered safe and well tolerated.
Red yeast rice can act as a ‘natural statin’ in extract form and it should be noted that red yeast supplements are different from red yeast rice sold in grocery stores.
Together with red yeast rice, ALA can also be used like a ‘natural statin’. Both are very gentle on the body. Finally Coenzyme Q10 is a vitamin-like compound which practically all cells in the human body depend on in order to produce energy. Coenzyme Q10 is an important antioxidant and protects cell membranes from the damaging effects of free radicals.
You can now further support healthy cholesterol levels with regular use of StatiQinon® by Pharma Nord.
What is StatiQinon®?
♥ StatiQinon® is nature’s own cholesterol stabiliser.
♥ StatiQinon® contains Red Yeast Rice, coenzyme Q10 and ALA (alpha-linolenic acid).
♥ StatiQinon®’s special preparation effectively helps you maintain a healthy cholesterol balance.
♥ StatiQinon® is made to pharmaceutical standards and is blister-packed for protection.
Visit your nearest Panacea store to find out more about StatiQinon and other cholesterol balance tips
This weeks blog was written by Pharma Nord UK. Pharma Nord is one of Europe’s leading manufacturers of dietary supplements and preventative nutrition. The company develops, manufactures, and markets dietary supplements and natural medicines with emphasis on bioavailability, safety and documentation.
We love the Aloe Dent toothpaste range from Optima.
Containing natural ingredients to clean and protect your teeth and gums, these Aloe based, minty, flouride free toothpastes come in 3 different varieties:
Whitening Toothpaste
Aloe Vera and Silica helps maintain naturally white teeth, so you can be sure you are getting all the benefits of a flouride free toothpaste with natural ingredients, such as antiseptic Tea Tree Oil and Xylitol, every time you brush.
Sensitive Toothpaste
Soothing Aloe Vera and Echinacea are key to the special sensitive formulation. This toothpaste also contains natural ingredients such as Escin (from Horse Chestnut) & antiseptic Tea Tree Oil
Triple Action Toothpaste
The all round Aloe Vera alongside Co-Q10, which helps to maintain healthy gums, with natural ingredients such as Chitosan (from shell fish) and Tea Tree Oil.
The Sensitive, Whitening and Children’ s are suitable for use by both vegetarians and vegans. However, the Triple Action toothpaste contains Chitosan which plays a role in neutralizing pH/acid in the mouth. Chitosan is derived from crustaceans and this therefore not suitable for vegetarians and vegans.
