Health Topics

Very few people get through a year without catching a cold or flu. This is no surprise considering the amount of bugs we are exposed to every day- riding on public transport, shopping, at work etc. But for every infection that you do get, there may be many more that the immune system defeats before you experience any symptoms.

Glucosamine is a naturally occurring substance in the body and is one of the key building blocks of mucopolysaccharides such as glucosaminoglycans (GAGs) and proteoglycans that form the framework of cartilage. Cartilage serves as a cushion between bones allowing joints to move smoothly without friction or pain.

It is worth reminding ourselves every once in a while, how vital the heart is. A healthy heart is not only important for longevity but also for the quality of the lives we lead.

Your brain is one of the most critical organs of the body and as such it is important to take measures to keep it in shape, at every stage of life.

Cystitis is an infection of the bladder. It is the most common urinary tract infection (UTI) experienced, especially in women. In fact, women are more than 50 times more likely to develop a UTI than men.

Stress is an unavoidable part of life. It is normal to experience a little pressure or stress from time to time and these every day small stresses are not harmful. In fact, a little bit of stress can actually be beneficial and help us perform at our best. However, high levels of prolonged stress can be detrimental to our health.

As a consequence of our busy and stressful modern lifestyles, many of us complain of tiredness. Tiredness and fatigue can be caused by a number of factors including poor diet and nutrient deficiencies, lack of sufficient sleep, stress and even boredom.

Years of positive research has turned fish oil into an increasingly popular supplement for many aspects of health, including the heart, joints and brain. But what exactly is so extraordinary about fish and why should we take our daily dose of fish oil?

Co Enzyme Q10 CoQ10 is a fat-soluble nutrient that is naturally present in almost all cells. It plays a vital role in the production of energy and is found in particularly high levels in tissues with high metabolic requirements, such as the heart muscle. CoQ10 is also an antioxidant that helps protect cell membranes from free radical damage.