By Bhupesh, Senior Regulatory Affairs Associate 02 Feb 2022 • 5 min read It is a bit mind-blowing to think about, but we all have trillions of microorganisms from thousands of different species living inside our bodies and their collective term is microbiome.1 You’ll know that a strong immune system is vital to help us ward off common illnesses such as colds and flu, as well as reducing our chances of developing more serious diseases and autoimmune disorders. But did you know how important the microbiome is in overall health? Around 70-80%...
Your stomach is incredibly important – and no, we’re not talking about how toned your abs are! There’s a whole new area of research dedicated to how the health of your gut can affect the rest of your body. One of the most interesting research areas is on prebiotics and probiotics, sometimes referred to as ‘friendly’ bacteria. You might not know it, but deep within your digestive system, there’s 100 trillion bacteria living in your gut. Unfortunately, poor diet, too much alcohol, antibiotics, hormones and stress can all upset the natural balance of...
It’s thought that four in ten of us are experiencing a digestive problem at any one time.1 From stomach aches to indigestion, gut troubles can be incredibly uncomfortable and unpleasant. With this in mind, it’s unsurprising that we often see new diets, products, or lifestyles that promise a healthier gut. Probiotics are possibly the most well-known treatment to improve gastrointestinal health. Probiotics are also reasonably well-researched, with some clinical trials suggesting that adding more probiotics to our diets could have a positive benefit.2 Still, results are mixed, so it’s always worth proceeding...
Most of us are familiar with the brown malt vinegar that’s sprinkled on chips and white wine vinegar that’s used in vinaigrettes, pickles and chutneys, and even, cleaning. But move over malt and white wine vinegar, because there’s a new vinegar on the block – apple cider vinegar. You’ve probably heard some of the wonderful things about apple cider vinegar already, including how it has the potential to lower blood sugar, aid weight loss, soothe acne, help digestion, and even boost your immune system. In this article, we take a...
Our guide to the top 10 benefits of collagen A word that is attached to a great many skincare products, and increasingly, it is also part of many supplements that are now available to help support the bones and muscles – is collagen. You’ve probably heard good things about collagen, and you may be doing a bit of research to see if what you’ve heard is true. Or maybe you’ve caught snippets of positive mentions about collagen here and there and want to piece them all together. And that’s where...
Omega 3 benefits for skin, hair & nails Forget tweaking your Instagram filters to achieve a healthy glow or glossy hair. Upping your omega 3 intake could be the answer. From minimising breakouts to giving thinning hair a boost, in this post we provide a breakdown of the omega 3 benefits for skin, hair and nails. What is omega 3? Omega 3 fatty acids are essential nutrients found in certain foods. They’re also widely available in supplement form. The two main omega 3 fatty acids are docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) and...
Do you want to plump and firm your tired, fatigued skin? Here we discuss coenzyme Q10 benefits for skin and what makes this ingredient a valuable addition to your daily skincare cocktail. But before we delve into why you might what to add a coenzyme Q10 skin cream to your next beauty haul, let’s take a moment to understand some basic skin science. Getting under your skin Your skin is made of layers of cells supported by a dense network of elastic tissues and fibres. The appearance of your skin...
