23 Nov 2022 • 1 min read Find out all about lecithin, including what it does, how much you might need, where to find it and who might need to supplement their diet Overview What is lecithin and what does it do? Lecithin is a fatty substance found in in the cells of your body, plant and animal tissues. It’s made up of fatty acids, and in particular one type of fat molecule called phospholipids – an essential element of cell membranes.1 Lecithin – which is named after the Greek word for egg yolk,...
23 Nov 2022 • 1 min read These little powerhouses may contain all the vitamins and minerals your body needs to maintain good health In an ideal world, we’d get all the nutrients we need from eating a healthy, balanced diet, but it can be tricky for some people to get enough. That’s where a multivitamin comes in handy. A 2014 study published in Nutrition Journal found that while a varied diet is the best source of essential vitamins and minerals, a multivitamin may help fill in any small but critical nutritional gaps...
By Donia, Nutritionist 06 Sep 2021 • 3 min read Evening primrose is a plant that’s most commonly found growing throughout Europe and North America. It’s long been used for all sorts of medicinal purposes, with the Native Americas using the leaves, roots and seed pods to make remedies for bruises, wounds and skin problems.1 Keep reading to find out all about evening primrose oil, including what it does, the benefits of taking it and how much of it you should take. What is evening primrose oil? Evening primrose oil is...
By Bhupesh, Senior Regulatory Affairs Associate 09 Aug 2022 • 2 min read An increasing amount of people are starting to turn to natural adaptogens for stress support; one of the most popular natural adaptogens is Ashwagandha. Read on to discover the function of KSM-66 Ashwagandha, including what is does, benefits, how to take, dosage, and any side affects you should be aware of. In this article, we’ll explore: What is KSM-66? What does KSM-66 do? Benefits Is KSM-66 the best Ashwagandha? Sensoril vs KSM-66 Is KSM-66 safe? How to Use Dosage Side...
23 Nov 2022 • 1 min read Seen these seeds on the supermarket shelves, but aren’t sure if they’re good for you or not? We can confirm that pumpkin seeds are plentiful when it comes to health benefits and a great option for those after a nutritious snack. Note that pumpkin seeds that you buy aren’t the same as the seeds you find in your carving pumpkin on Halloween. They’ve had their outers shell removed and have been rinsed and then roasted in the oven to give them their delicious...
By Donia, Nutritionist 14 Feb 2023 • 22 min read How much omega-3 do I need? Sometimes one of the hardest things about building a healthy diet is knowing when you’re getting enough of all the nutrients you need. While supplements can offer the advantage of an exact amount, even those are added on to the nutrients you already consume in your diet. This is why the best thing to do is maintain a varied and balanced diet where you can. Still, everyone’s diets and intakes are different. Are you getting what you...
Triobiotic is our most advanced Biotic Gut Health range with products for different wellness needs – Immunity, Mind Balance, Metabolism & Women’s intimate health. In this article, you’ll find out: About our Tribiotic range How to use the range Where to buy it Who can use them Our Tribiotic Range The Tribiotic range is our most advanced and unique for two reasons: Clinically studied bacteria We’ve selected a tailored range of clinically studied bacteria to nourish your microbiome. We've then fortified this with specific vitamins and minerals that best support...
[Shop Tom Oliver Nutrition Omega 3] Did you know the UK has some of the lowest omega-3 levels among the healthy adult population? It occupies the alarmingly low position on the chart, alongside Ireland, Italy, and Greece. [1] This is due to the prevalence of the Western diet and the poor omega-3 dietary intake. Fish and chips may be our national dish, but numbers say eating fish might not be our style after all. This is some seriously bad news in terms of public health. Yet, the health benefits of...
Tom Oliver’s omega 3 soft gels contain EPA, DHA, phospholipids and choline. Here we’ll outline how this supplement may benefit your physical and mental health. The Benefits of Omega 3 Oils The Omega 3 fats are essential fatty acids (EFAs). They are essential because our bodies cannot make them but need them to function, meaning we have to get them from our diet or from supplements. Fish oils contain the broken down forms of the omega 3 fats: EPA and DHA. Tom Oliver’s herring roe capsules contain a beneficial ratio...
