Category Archives: Healthspan
IronCare®
What is iron? Iron is an incredibly important mineral that helps transport vital nutrients around the body. If your levels are low, your body functions less efficiently, leaving you feeling tired. If your iron levels drop too low, you may even develop anaemia, which can lead to a whole host of unpleasant symptoms including fatigue,
Ayurvedic Fenugreek
What is Fenugreek? Known as methika in Sanskrit (one of the world’s oldest languages), Fenugreek is a warming spice that comes from the brown seeds of the trigonella foenum−graecum plant. Our tablets contain 500 mg natural fenugreek seed extract, and we’ve also added 40 micrograms of chromium and 5 milligrams of zinc to this formulation.
Flaxseed Oil 1000 mg
What is Flaxseed Oil? Flaxseed oil is a popular food supplement with women experiencing the different stages of menopause. But did you know flaxseed oil can also promote healthy cholesterol levels, which is extremely important for a healthy heart − the fatty acid ALA is proven to help maintain normal blood cholesterol with a daily
Folic Acid
What is Folic Acid? When your granny told you to eat your greens, she knew what she was talking about. Green leafy vegetables such as kale, broccoli, Brussels sprouts and spinach are high in folate, also known as folic acid or vitamin B9. It’s important for healthy cell formation, especially for red blood cells, which
Black Garlic 2000 mg
What is black garlic? Black garlic is a form of ‘caramelised’ garlic used in Asian cooking for centuries and now making its way into high end restaurants around the world. With its sweet taste and powerful aroma, it’s no wonder black garlic is at the heart of many good recipes. Chefs aren’t the only people
Optiflex® Glucosamine & Chondroitin Liquid
What is Glucosamine and Chondroitin Liquid? It’s a tasty blackcurrant flavoured formulation which contains a synergistic combination of nutrients that are naturally−occurring components of joint cartilage. Glucosamine, chondroitin and MSM (methylsulphonylmethane) occur naturally in the body’s connective tissues and are key structural components of joint cartilage − the flexible tissue that protects the bones from
Fast Release Glucosamine 70 Plus
What is Fast Release Glucosamine 70 Plus? An optimum combination of Optiflex® Glucosamine HCl, calcium, vitamins C and D3 plus ginger to provide easy−to−digest, fast−acting support for the over−70s. Research shows that as we get older, it becomes harder to digest and absorb glucosamine, which is why we’ve devised this fast−release capsule that works quicker
Green−Lipped Mussel
What are green lipped mussels? Green−lipped mussels are a naturally rich source of amino acids, because they contain all the major classes of complex proteins called glycosaminoglycans, in a biologically balanced combination. Glycosaminoglycans are naturally found in our connective tissues and are key structural components of joint cartilage. New Zealand waters have the right condition
Fast Release ChondroMax® 70 Plus
What is Fast Release ChondroMax® 70 Plus? An advanced blend of joint and bone nutrients, containing calcium, vitamin C, D and white willow bark extract. Also contains the popular nutrients glucosamine and chondroitin. Who is this for? As you age, your body doesn’t absorb nutrients as easily as it once did. That’s why we have developed
Ginger Extract
What is ginger? Ginger was first cultivated in ancient China and spread to Europe via the Silk Road. Over 5000 years ago, Indians and Chinese considered ginger root as a tonic for all ailments. It was popular during the Roman Empire and a favourite ingredient of the Arabs spice trade. In the 11th century, western
High Strength Green Tea
What is green tea? Tea has come a long way in 3,000 years! But one thing has remained true − there are thought to be many health benefits associated with ingesting green tea in particular. All teas are derived from the same plant, but green tea (unlike black tea) is not fermented. This means the
Glucosamine & Chondroitin
What is Glucosamine & Chondroitin? It’s a joint−health formulation containing glucosamine, chondroitin and vitamin C. Both glucosamine and chondroitin are nutrients found naturally in the body’s connective tissues, and are structural components for joint cartilage. Our ability to produce these nutrients reduces with age, which is one of the reasons Glucosamine and Chondroitin is so
Glucosamine & Omega 3
What is Glucosamine & Omega 3? Glucosamine occurs naturally in the body’s connective tissue and is a structural component of joint cartilage − the flexible tissue that protects the bones from friction at the joints. As we age, our bodies produce less glucosamine, leaving our joints more vulnerable to damage. Omega 3 fish oil contains
Digestive Enzymes
What are Digestive Enzymes? Digestive enzymes are proteins produced naturally in the body's digestive system to help us break down the food we eat into nutrients and energy. Production of these enzymes can decrease as we age, among other factors, which may lead to symptoms such as bloating, flatulence and digestive discomfort. Why is ours
ImmunoVit® Super C & Vegan D Plus
What is ImmunoVit®? We’ve developed a range of immune health supplements containing innovative ingredients combined with proven immune nutrients. Ideal for anyone looking for seasonal protection or year−round immunity support. What is Super C & Vegan D Plus? A combination of four immune health super ingredients: vitamin C, vitamin D, vitamin B12 and zinc. One
Easyfibre® Cleanse
What is Easyfibre® Cleanse? We all know fibre is a very important part of our diet, after all it is the fibre we consume that keeps our bowel movements regular. A lack of fibre could lead to constipation and diverticular disease. Many of us however don’t get the recommended minimum of 30 g per day.
ImmunoVit® Elderberry Plus
What is ImmunoVit®? We’ve developed a range of immune health supplements containing innovative ingredients combined with proven immune nutrients. Ideal for anyone looking for seasonal protection or year−round immunity support. What is Elderberry Plus? An immune health formula containing natural extracts of black elderberries. These popular little berries are from the Sambucus nigra L. plant
Easyfibre® Inulin
What is Easyfibre® Inulin? Inulin is a type of soluble fibre that’s also a prebiotic, so it provides double benefit. Being a prebiotic, it helps feed the friendly bacteria in your gut, the type of bacteria that helps your digestive system to absorb nutrients from food and function normally. The more food that’s available to
ImmunoVit® Mushroom Complex
What is ImmunoVit®? We’ve developed a range of immune health supplements containing innovative ingredients combined with proven immune nutrients. Ideal for anyone looking for seasonal protection or year−round immunity support. What is Mushroom Complex? Mushrooms have long been used for cooking in many cuisines and are rich in many beneficial nutrients. This vegan formulation contains
Aloe Vera 10000 mg
What is aloe vera? Aloe vera is a ‘succulent’, a plant adapted to dry and arid climates. Native to the hot dry climate of North Africa, this wonder plant has thick and spiny leaves filled with a clear gel. This gel is rich in amino acids, minerals, and vitamins, and has a long history of
