Can probiotics help fight age-related muscle loss?
Some aspects of ageing may be inevitable, but when it happens together with an accelerated loss of weight, muscle mass and strength it makes an older person much more susceptible to disability, poor q...
3 Kesä 20248min
Arthritis relief: can collagen supplements help?
Interest in collagen supplements continues to grow – and for good reason. That’s because despite rubbish claims that are way off the mark that there is ‘no evidence they work’ and ‘all the research is...
4 Maalis 202421min
Are probiotics effective in IBS?
Irritable bowel syndrome is one of the most common gastrointestinal complaints. With no single identified trigger or treatment, IBS can be a minefield for a person to try and get on top of. Dietary ch...
29 Tammi 20247min
Maternal probiotics and their effect on infant health
The establishment and development of the microbiome in the early stages of life can play a pivotal role in affecting our health throughout life. The formation of our microbiome happens during the peri...
4 Joulu 20239min
Can the humble cranberry reduce the risk of UTIs?
Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are common with women about 30 times more likely to develop one than men. The bacterial infection of a UTI can cause painful burning sensations when urinating, frequent...
25 Syys 20239min
Tendon troubles: can collagen supplements help with tendon repair?
Tendons play a vital part in helping us move. They are a collagen-infused super-strong bridge that connects muscles to bones allowing you to move your limbs. When overused, overloaded or damaged, thes...
14 Elo 202314min
Lemon water: is it worth the squeeze or just sour hype?
Do you want to lose weight, boost your metabolism, improve your digestion, detox your body, and have glowing skin all while keeping your body nicely alkalised and in balance? You can. All you need do ...
3 Heinä 202319min
The lectin lowdown: time to counter the fear campaign about these plant proteins
In recent years, there has been a surge of interest in the potential negative health effects of lectins. What are lectins? They’re a type of protein found in many plant foods such as legumes, wholegra...
5 Kesä 202312min
