The BodyScience Endurance Fuel Stack

The team at BodyScience (BSC) have put together a 3 step fuel range for endurance athletes.  This range covers all nutritional requirements including magnesium, electrolytes, a carbohydrate matrix and protein.

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STEP 1: MAGNESIUM

Magnesium is renowned as "the great relaxer" offering athletes relief from muscle cramping, muscle tightness and general fatigue.  The majority of Australians are magnesium deficient and so supplementation of this essential mineral is important... especially for those undertaking endurance training.

BSC magnesium uses a blend of different forms of Magnesium including chelate, phosphate, aspartate and malate.  Having these differing forms of magnesium allows our body to absorb them well and they are not associated with having the laxative effect of other forms of Magnesium.  Additional to the magnesium is a blend of Branched Chain Amino Acids (BCAA) which assist in muscle tissue healing

Total Magnesium per serve is 348mg.

General dose:  Take 2 tsp daily before bed
Pre-event loading:  Take 2 tsp 2x daily

STEP 2: ADVANCED ENDURANCE SPORTS DRINK

This is the core product in the range, covering hydration and energy.  It has a complex blend of carbohydrates allowing for immediate energy as well as lasting energy with a total of 22g of carbs per serve. 

We also have our electrolyte blend of sodium, potassium, magnesium and calcium in their citrate form which helps maintain muscular alkalinity.  Electrolytes ensure our body is hydrated and that muscular tissue can continue to contract and relax in a rhythmical fashion. 

They have also added a small amount of BCAA in this formula to help prevent muscular breakdown whilst undertaking long training sessions.

General Dose: Approx 1 serve per hour of exercise... this will vary immensely between athletes depending on what exactly they are training for.

STEP 3: RECOVERY PROTEIN

This product is designed to be taken within 30min of finishing your training session.  It provides the body with carbohydrates and protein, in the ratio which has been clinically researched as the most effective for muscle repair in endurance athletes.

If you go for a big ride on a Saturday morning and then feel wrecked for the remainder of the day; or if your legs feel heavy after a session and your struggling to come back night after night for another session then this product is essential for you!

Dose: 4 scoops in water immediately after exercise
Can also be used as a "breakfast" before training where food may be causing discomfort.

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EVELYN FAYE NUTRITION IS OFFERING 20% OFF OUR ALREADY LOW PRICES WHEN YOU PURCHASE THE FUEL SERIES STEPS 1, 2 & 3

 

RRP $119.85

NORMALLY @ EVELYN FAYE $105.85 

NOW $84.70

Colostrum and Athletic Performance

Colostrum is a food which kick starts our growth and development in life, it is what we are first fed when we enter this word, it provides us with the ultimate blend of nutrients, immune factors and growth factors; it is no wonder then that the benefits of consuming this food is now being investigated for elite athletes and the wider community in general.

Colostrum has a unique blend of immune and growth factors not present in any other food.  The growth hormone factors found in bovine and human colostrum are identical except that bovine colostrum is more concentrated. 

 Colostrum can help:

• Increase strength and endurance
• Build lean muscle mass
• Burn body fat
• Boost immune function
• Shorten recovery time
• Accelerate healing of injuries

Increasing Strength & Endurance

A 2002 study from the University of Tasmania, reported that eight weeks of colostrum supplementation resulted in an improvement in cycling performance. These findings were presented at the Pre-Olympic Sports Medicine Conference in Brisbane (Coombs et al., 2000). Compared to their initial performance eight weeks earlier, the group taking 20 grams of colostrum per day completed the time trial 158 seconds faster whereas the group taking whey protein improved their performance time by only 37 seconds.

Building muscle & Burn fat

According to a study conducted in Finland, insulin-like growth factor-1 (IGF-1), a protein found in colostrum,  induces protein synthesis, which leads to an increase in lean muscle mass without a corresponding rise in fat tissue.

Researchers found that exercisers who received 20 grams per day of colostrum had increased serum concentration of essential amino acids compared to those receiving placebo. This led to increased muscle protein synthesis, resulting in faster recovery time following maximal exercise. (Mero, A, et al. (2005) Protein metabolism and strength performance after bovine colostrum supplementation. Amino Acids 28(3):327-335).

Colostrum is the only natural source of IGF-1, which can improve muscle regeneration in injured muscle, and promote tendon healing. Additionally it increases muscle glycogen storage and improves the conversion of fats into energy, giving us more energy to train and assisting weight loss.

Boosting immune function

Strenuous exercise associated with athletic training and competition places a tremendous strain on body systems, including the immune system.  Following strenuous exercise there is a significant reduction in white blood cell count and Natural Killer Cell activity.  Natural killer (NK) cells are an integral part of the body’s immune defences, seeking out and killing foreign or infected cells. This decrease in NK activity indicates an increased susceptibility to infection following strenuous exercise.

Many studies have confirmed that colostrum supplementation boosts various immunological processes in the body thus preventing infection or reducing symptoms of viral and bacterial infections. A recent study (2006) by Dr. C.M. Shing and colleagues at the University of Queensland found that supplementation with low doses (10 grams/day) of bovine colostrum protein concentrate (CPC) over a period of normal and intense training by highly trained road cyclists significantly increases important immune variables.

Supplementing with Colostrum:

The usual recommended dosage of colostrum is 10 g daily. In studies of colostrum as a sports supplement for athletes, the much higher dose of 60 g a day was used.

 At Evelyn Faye Nutrition we have colostrum available in both capsule and powder form.

REDBAK Perform B-IgG 60 caps $15.95 ($25 off RRP)

with the mention of this post! 

For that price its worth trying!

 

Recent research on colostrum have come to the following conclusions:

 

Immunoglobulin from bovine Colostrum effectively reduces and prevents viral and bacterial infections in immune deficient subjects: bone marrow recipients, premature babies, AIDS, etc.
New England Journal of Medicine

Human clinical study: Immune factors in cow Colostrum, when taken orally, are effective against disease-causing organisms in the intestinal tract. Ingestion of bovine Colostrum’s immunoglobulins may be a new method of providing passive immunoprotection against a host of gut-associated disease causing antigens (viral and bacterial).
Dr. R. McClead, et. al.; Pediatrics Research

Colostrum stimulates the lymphoid tissue providing benefits in aged or immunodeficient people. Nature has used the oral route for the development of the immune system since the origin of mammals (safe and effective). Oral administration of immunofactors is simple, inexpensive, free of side effects and may be vastly beneficial in veterinary and HUMAN medicine, to correct immunodeficiency.
Drs. Bocci, Bremen, Corradeschi, Luzzi and Paulesu; Journal Biology

Cartilage Inducing Factor-A, found in Colostrum, stimulates cartilage repair.
Drs. Seyedin, Thompson, Bentz, et. al.; Journal of Biological Chemistry

IGF-1, found in Colostrum, stimulates bone and muscle growth and nerve regeneration. Also found: topical administration to wounds resulted in more effective healing.
Drs. Skottner, Arrhenius-Nyberg, Kanje and Fryklund, Acta. Paediatric Scandinavia

 

Improving your Iron status

Iron deficiency impairs red blood cell development resulting in a decline of oxygen delivery to the cells of your body, this leaves your feeling tired, weak and out of breath as well as looking pallor. 

Additional to the obvious symptoms; Iron deficiency can lead to imbalances in enzyme function, hormone production and detoxification.  During stages of development such as pregnancy, teenage years or in young children you may also notice sub-optimal growth and development.

Could you be Iron Deficient?

1. Do you feel tired?
2. Do you feel weak?
3. Do your skin, nails and gums appear pale?
4. Do you become out of breath quickly?
5. Do you have difficulty concentrating?
6. Does your pulse race?
7. Do you get heart palpitations?
8. Is your menstrual cycle irregular?
9. Do you have cold hands and feet or get numbness?
10. Do you suffer restless legs?
11. Are you irritable, feel sad or depressed?
12. Is your immune system suffering?
13. Have you ever been diagnosed with anaemia?

If you answer YES to 5 or more of these questions it is worth your while to visit your health care practitioner to investigate further.

You may be at higher risk of Iron Deficiency if:

• You are pregnant
• You are very active
• You have digestive issues which results in reduced absorption of nutrients.
• You are vegetarian or vegan
• If you have heavy menstrual bleeding or have suffered blood loss as a result of injury or chronic bleeding.
• Teenagers
• Medications such as Aspirin, ant-acids and proton pump inhibitors.

Increasing Iron in your diet and improving your absorption of this nutrient:

1.  FOOD~ We get greatest absorption of Iron found in animal products including beef, pork, lamb, liver, turkey, chicken, oysters, sardines and salmon.  Vegetarian sources of iron include kelp, molasses, brewers yeast, pumpkin seeks, cashews, dandelion greens, prunes and dates.
2. VITAMIN C~ Combining the above foods with food rich in vitamin C will help our bodies to increase the Iron absorption; increase capsicum, broccoli, kale, parsley, kiwi fruit, oranges, lemons and strawberries.
3. FOODS WHICH REDUCE ABSORPTION~ These are not foods which are un healthy for us, rather, if your iron levels are low avoid eating them at the same time as an iron rich meal.  This includes eggs, dairy, tea, coffee, red wine, soybeans and tofu.

Supplementing with Iron.

This topic is controversial and confusing for the consumer.  Most GP's will recommend the supplement range Ferro-Grad; unfortunately this Pharmacy branded product is poorly absorbed and is commonly associated with side effects including constipation and nausea. 

BUT... NOT ALL IRON IS CREATED EQUAL!!

Please when looking into taking Iron supplements go to your local health food store or visit your naturopath for advice.  We have HEAPS of supplements which are well absorbed and well tolerated so you can get the most out of your supplement without any of the side effects :-) 

Brands which we highly recommend at Evelyn Faye Nutrition include Eagle, Bioceuticals and Ethical Nutrients.

Liquid Iron supplements such as Spatone or Floradix are great for maintenance of Iron levels but are not high enough dose to correct deficiencies.

KRILL OIL V'S FISH OIL

One of the most common questions we get asked these days is whether people should choose Krill Oil over Fish Oil.  In the past year there has been an explosion of Kill Oil onto the market and millions of dollars of advertising pushing its benefits over that of Fish Oil.  But what does the research say...

Firstly the difference between the two:

• Both contain Omega 3 Triglycerides, EPA and DHA
• Krill Oil is considered to be better absorbed due to its molecular structure which includes phospholipids, these encourage absorption through the bowel wall, hence the dosage required for comparable effect is far less than Fish oil.
• Krill also contains many anti oxidants the most prominent of which is Astaxanthin.
• Fish Oils has undergone numerous studies over many decades confirming its efficacy in aiding many health conditions
• Krill Oil is the new kid on the block and research is still emerging however appears promising.
• Whilst Krill Oil may be better absorbed the total amount of Omega 3 is far less than in Fish Oil.

Omega 3 Fatty Acids are beneficial to our body in many ways.  Supplementation with Omega 3 is about correcting an imbalance in our Omega intake which has occurred over time due to farming and processing methods and a general over consumption of Omega 6.

Back in Paleolithic times our ratio of Omega 3:6 consumption was about 1:1. These days it is estimated the ratio has blown out to approximately 16:1.  This is to do with a number of factors including gain fed stock and fish, increases in consumption of grains/ vegetable fats, reduced consumption on fresh vegetables and an increase in processed foods.

The result of increased Omega 6 to 3 is an increase in Inflammation... the underlying pathology to most degenerative health conditions.

So therefore Omega 3 supplements will help with cardiovascular disease, arthritis, cognitive decline, hormonal imbalances, allergies etc etc the list could go on for pages!

So back to the topic... Fish or Krill??

This is a personal opinion but I would use fish in the majority of situations except cardiovascular disease where there is overwhelming evidence for the efficacy of Krill Oil.  The reasons I believe this is due to outstanding evidence of Fish Oil health benefits, the value for money between the two oils, the sustainability of farming practices and the impact of farming on the environment.

After making this statement I now fear that people will go out and buy a tub of 400 Fish Oil capsules for $15.95... PLEASE DO NOT!!

The price difference between your bulk buy fish oil and the superior brands can seem significant, but so are the reasons to choose these superior brands...

• Ethical fishing practices and sustainability.
• Purity and contamination... whilst all oils will meet with Australian standards, the brands mentioned below go above and beyond these guidelines to deliver pure, un-oxidized, fresh, clean oils.
• Manufacturing in oxygen, light and heat free environments which yield a fresher (less oxidised) product
• Less oxidation = no fishy after taste
• Stronger concentration of EPA and DHA per capsule.

Brands which we would highly recommend include Ethical Nutrients, Pure Oil Innovations, Bioceuticals and Nordic Naturals.

Beating Sugar Cravings

Not sure about everyone else, but I for one can say that I ate A LOT of chocolate over the Easter break!  Add to that a few hot cross buns, cups of coffee and some drinks out on Saturday night and it is fair to say that I have COMPLETELY overdosed on my old friend sugar this weekend!  Now I feel sluggish and tired so what does my body keep asking for..... YEP, MORE SUGAR!  So how can we beat those sugar cravings moving forward after Easter...

Carbohydrates are made up of glucose molecules which fuel our body for brain and muscular energy, without this we feel tired both physically and mentally.  When we eat carbs our body produces the hormone Insulin which allows our cells to absorb the glucose from the blood and turn it into energy.  Excess glucose will be stored in the muscles or liver as glycogen, OR converted to fat and stored around our waistline :-(

When we eat excessive carbohydrates regularly, or if we skip meals, our bodies stop producing the appropriate reponse and too much sugar remains in the bloodstream rather than in our cells; or it comes and goes too rapidlly so our energy and mood fluctuates.  Our cells then cry out for more to try and restore balance but unfortunately this only makes matters worse... and so the cycle begins...

So controlling our sugar cravings requires a few steps:

• We need carbohydrates which absorb SLOWLY into our cells (low Glyceamic Index (GI)) therefore our cells are satified for longer and don't cry out for a quick sugar hit!  Combining protein and good fats with our meals further lowers a foods GI... therefore plan your meals to be a healthy combination of Carbohydrates, Protein and Healthy Fats
• Avoid refined carbohydrates such as sweets, white bread, pasta etc
• Eat at regular intervals and avoid skipping meals (especially breakfast!)

Factors affecting the GI

Amount of cooking: Starches in food swell when cooked. The starch grains in a baked potato swell to bursting point, whereas the starch grains in brown rice remain relatively unchanged. The former has a high GI, the latter a moderate GI.

 

Type of starch - amylopectin and amylose are both starches found in carbohydrate. The amount and ratio of these two in a food will make the difference between a fast break down and slow break down. For example wheat, corn and rice are high in amylopectin making them fast releasing whereas barley, rye and quinoa are higher in amylose making them slower releasing. Basmati and Doongara rice is higher in amylose and is therefore lower in GI compared to normal white rice.

 

Processing: When grains are rolled, ground, smashed or pre-cooked (ie. instant), the protective (and harder to digest) outer jacket is removed exposing the soft easily digested starch. Whole oats have a lower GI than instant or quick-cook oats.

 

Fibre: Fibre acts as a bulking agent slowing down glucose absorption. Some foods naturally have higher amounts of fibre – (eg. beans and legumes). It is therefore better to eat whole foods such as brown rice and wholegrain breads rather than their white, refined alternatives. It also means that whole fruit with its higher fibre content is better than a fresh juice without pulp. Always dilute fresh juices with water and maybe add back some pulp.

 

Protein: Protein will lower the GI of a meal by slowing down digestion and gastric emptying time. Protein also has a higher satiety level meaning you will be kept satisfied for longer. Aim to make up at least 1/3 of your meal from protein.

 

Fat: Fat also reduces gastric emptying time and as a result slows down the absorption of glucose from the meal. It is essential to consume the right kind of fats from raw nuts and seeds, fish, avocado and cold pressed oils.

 

Acidity: Acidity of a food or meals containing acid will slow gastric emptying time. A simple tip is to add vinaigrette dressing to salad or vegetables.

Here's an eating plan thanks to Nutrimedicine.

Breakfast	Lunch	Snack	Dinner
1 slice rye toast 1 grilled tomato 2 poached eggs	Bean, salmon, goats feta and mixed vegetable salad	Low fat natural yoghurt with ½ banana and 1 Tbsp LSA	Poached or baked fish, Steamed vegetables with a fresh parsley sauce
1 slice sourdough toast with avocado, spinach and smoked salmon	Grilled marinated chicken or tofu, with mixed salad	1 small tin of tuna Cloudy apple juice with soda	Pork or tofu and vegetable stir fry with ½ cup brown rice and cashew nuts
1 cup high protein natural muesli, mixed berries, 1 Tbsp flax meal, 1 Tbsp natural yoghurt	1 slice Burgen bread, marinated chicken breast, mixed salad (Open Sandwich)	1 boiled egg Low GI fruit Diluted carrot or tomato Juice	Mixed bean and seed burgers Steamed vegetables Tomato salsa
1 cup porridge oats ½ banana low fat milk	Salad Nicoise made with tuna, boiled egg, tomato, green beans & olives	High fibre Ryvita with avocado and smoked salmon or tomato	Vegetarian bean chilli with 1 serve Quinoa
Fruit salad made from - ½ pink grapefruit, ½x apple, ½ peach, 1 plum, 2 Tbsp LSA, 2 Tbsp natural yoghurt	Brown rice (½ cup), chickpea, capsicum, tomato, parsley and tuna salad with vinaigrette dressing	Celery and zucchini sticks with hummus or baba ganuj	Spinach, tomato, mozzarella, basil frittata / bake served with steamed snow peas and butternut squash

Follow a diet like this and you can be assured constant reliable energy, calmer moods, clearer thinking and LESS SUGAR CRAVINGS!

Additional ideas which may help:

Herbal and nutritional formulas have been put together to help balance our blood sugar.  Ingredients such as Chromium, Gymnema and Alpha Lipoic Acid can help controll sugar cravings during the day.

 

Protein Powders offer you a great low sugar alternative for a snack... I find them most useful mid afternoon as they help get you through to dinner.  Protein will help improve muscle mass, reduce hunger and boost your metabolism all whilst consuming under 150 calories!

 

 

 

We are all going to give in to the odd chocolate craving, but when selecting your chocolate choose it well!!  Dark chocolate has many health benefits and you rarely over eat it unlike milk chocolate which you can eat all day!  Pana chocolate is local to Port Melbourne and is totally dairly free and natural.  It comes in a small little packet and you really only need one square to be satisfied.  So when you JUST HAVE TO  have it, choose wisely!



 

 



 

 

Turning back our biological clock...

When we talk about natural therapies for slowing the ageing process the first thing that comes to mind is maintaining youthful looking, radiant skin. Our skin however is just an external reminder of our internal cellular health; and when a naturopath talks about turning back our biological clock they are talking about keeping your body in a state which is free from oxidative stress & inflammation... the two major contributors to degenerative/ age related diseases.

The most common problems facing the aging population is arthritis, heart disease, diabetes, memory decline, cancer and osteoporosis. All of these conditions are initiated and sustained as a result of oxidation and inflammation. Therefore it is our responsibility to combat these two issues with great food, healthy lifestyle choices and perhaps a few supportive supplements chosen to meet an individuals needs and risk factors.

The most important preventitive measures come from our lifestyle and are seemingly obvious but... do you really do all this?

· Exercise: at least 20 min per day, get your heart rate up!

· Brain exercises such as cross words, trivia or playing cards

· Socialise with friends, be involved in your community

· Maintain a healthy weight and muscle density

· Balance your work/ life or stress/ relaxation

· Double the amount of fruit and vegetables you’re eating

· Get adequate sunlight

· Sleep between 6 and 9 hours per night

· Limit exposure to environmental toxins… smoking, alcohol, processed foods, cleaning products, plastics, radiation

Email us to take our “Healthy Ageing Patient Questionnaire” and find out your chronological age. Become aware of areas you may need to improve on

 Whist everybody requires a different treatment plan; everyone can benefit from the following to help ensure they are looking healthy and the inside and out!

Fish Oil:     I cannot stress the importance of taking a high quality fish oil… not all brands are the same and you get what you pay for!  We recommend Ethical Nutrients, Pure Omega, Bioceuticals or Nordic Naturals.

Fish oil will help control inflammation, improve cholesterol, and provide nutrients for good brain function.

Herbal Antioxidants: This includes but is not limited to Green Tea, Turmeric, Grapeseed Extract and Milk Thistle.  You can find formulas which contain a blend of these amazing herbs.  Fusion Revital 8 is fantastic as well as Herbs of Gold Pycnogrape.  Anti-oxidants keep your cells functioning as they should therefore reducing damage which can lead to cancer, arterial disease and brain degeneration

 

If cardiovascular disease runs in your family perhaps you would be wise to start on some Co Enzyme Q10 supplementation which is beneficial to those with high blood pressure, high cholesterol, cardiomyopathy, congestive heart failure or those who are at risk or have had a previous heart attack.  It is also very important to regularly check your homocystine levels which indicate levels of oxidation in the body.  If yours are high then you will benefit from taking folic acid, B6 and B12.

If you are an aging male then preventing future discomfort from an enlarged prostate (BPH) may be of importance to you.  Red Clover and Saw Palmetto are herbs which can help lower PSA (an indicator of poor prostate health) and inhibit aromatase enzymes (which cause the prostate cells to over-replicate)  Also… did you know that higher  Zinc levels are protective against BPH and prostate cancer; 20-30mg per day is all you need!

Are you already getting aches and pains in the old joints? Prevention is better than cure for osteoarthritis, best get yourself on a good quality Glucosamine with Chondroitin and MSM.  We love Nutra Life Concentrated Glucosamine Powder… 1 tsp a day has everything you need.

Did you see your grandparent’s cognition decline and want to prevent it happening to yourself?  If so then you need to also take a look at the hints under the cardiovascular heading since the two conditions have a lot of cross overs.  Additionally you may start taking a formula which helps get more blood flow to the brain and reduces inflammation and oxidation.  Herbs to look out for are Bacopa, Ginkgo and Green Tea; Vitamin E and coconut oil also have many benefits. And don’t forget to exercise that brain!

 

Of course we shouldn’t have to dread getting older but it is best to be aware and take action sooner rather than later!

Email us to take our “Healthy Ageing Patient Questionnaire” and find out your chronological age. Become aware of areas you may need to improve on

A new product which got us-a-thinkin'

Lifestream V-Omega 3 + Vitamin D

Lifestream V-Omega 3 is 100% natural, derived from marine microalgae. This high strength DHA product with EPA and plant derived Vitamin D contains 66% more DHA per capsule than standard fish oils, without the fishy smell or aftertaste!

Did you know that fish don’t naturally produce omega 3 EPA & DHA? The reason fish contain essential fatty acids is because they consume algae. It is the algae that naturally produce EPA & DHA and Lifestream have gone straight to this pure source. Lifestream V-Omega 3 is designed to offer the benefits of these essential nutrients from a plant based, sustainable resource, free from impurities and contaminants

Lifestream V-Omega 3 Supports:

ü Brain function, mental clarity & focus

ü Cardiovascular health

ü Joint health & mobility

ü Healthy bones and calcium absorption

Guaranteed purity and sustainability and is free from heavy metals; vegetarian and vegan suitable

Ingredients: Each capsule contains:
Microalgae oil (Schizochytrium sp) Providing DHA (Docosahexaenoic acid) Providing EPA (Eicosapentaenoic acid)	833mg 200mg 100mg
Vitamin D3 (Cholecalciferol)	2.5mcg (100IU)
Also contains: sunflower lecithin, rosemary extract, ascorbyl palmitate, tocopherols

 

Directions for use:

Adults: 1-2 capsules daily with food

1-2 capsules daily with food

1-2 capsules daily with food

Pack information:

Available in 45 & 90 vegetarian caps

 

Why take omega 3?

Omega 3 essential fatty acids (EPA & DHA) are named as such, as they are essential to our health. Unfortunately we can’t synthesise these ourselves, therefore the only way to obtain them is through our diet and supplementation. They are integral to the suppleness and health of all cells, and have been shown to provide many positive benefits for brain function, cardiovascular and nervous systems, joint health and mobility.

Flaxseed provides the body with omega-3 in the far less effective form of alpha-linoleic acid (ALA). ALA is not

equivalent to DHA or EPA in its biological effects, and needs to be converted to EPA in order to be effective.

The importance of Vitamin D

The main source of vitamin D is via exposure to sunlight. So as people start to spend more time in doors both at work and/or at home, risks of deficiencies increase. This makes supplemental Vitamin D even more important. Some groups that are at risk of deficiencies include: older people in residential care or admitted to hospital, people with hip fractures, people with very dark skin, people with skin cancers or skin-related conditions, where avoidance of sunlight is required, people who completely avoid the sun, people with malabsorption syndromes.

One key need for optimal Vitamin D is for bone health. Vitamin D is ideal for anyone who does not get enough natural sunlight. It works with calcium to support its absorption into the bone, thus in turn it helps to build and maintain strong healthy bones. Vitamin D is also important for healthy moods, and immunity.

Optimal vitamin D is needed to support:

ü Healthy bone building and strength

ü Calcium absorption

ü Balanced moods, especially over the darker winter months

ü Healthy immunity
[1] Ministry of Health, Ministry of Health, Cancer Society, ACC - Consensus Statement on Vitamin D and Sun Exposure in New Zealand, March 2012

 

Is our ocean life in danger of extinction?

A staggering 100,000 tonnes of fish oil are now consumed from our oceans, of that over 51,000 tonnes are used for food supplements, says a new report. The study led by the International Programme on the State of the Ocean (IPSO) concluded “We now face losing marine species and entire marine ecosystems, such as coral reefs, within a single generation,” according to the study by 27 experts to be presented to the United Nations.


The only sustainable and long term alternative has to be renewable algal sources. Choose EPA & DHA rich sustainable sources for your food supplements, algae derived materials are a proven 100% clean, free from toxins and do not come from the already ravaged oceans.