In Chinese Traditional Medicine, and specifically Five Element theory, the Lung and Large Intestine are associated with the Metal element, and an imbalance in these may manifest itself in lung conditions such as asthma, skin problems like eczema, or digestive problems in the large intestine. Five Element theory is not confined to physical symptoms though….
Covid-19 vaccine safety: the evidence
Informed consent is the cornerstone of ethical healthcare, and so we have published a reference list here of peer-reviewed studies to date examining the safety of Covid-19 vaccines, for those wanting to weigh up the risks versus benefits (which should be done for every drug, in conversation with your healthcare practitioner): Cerebral venous thrombosis after…
Commit to your cells
Tips and tricks for remembering to take your supplements A friend told me recently that he’d been taking some very high quality supplements but hadn’t noticed any difference in his health. He asked if he should continue taking them. “How many have you taken already, and when did you start?”, I asked. “About half a…
Superfood Salad
We like to have one of these amazing, nutrient-dense salads on the go during the summer (and the winter, for that matter), so we make enough for a few days and keep it in the fridge. We use quinoa (a complete-protein grain with a lovely crunchy texture), lashings of olive oil, lemon juice and rind (the rind is packed full of healthy phytonutrients), along with various other superfood ingredients for a good dose of vitamins and other nutrients. Add your own healthy ingredient ideas in to the recipe below to ring the changes.
Statins – friend or foe?
Have you or a family member been prescribed a statin? Highly likely if you’re into middle age – over 6 million people in the UK are on the drug, and Pfizer’s Lipitor is the most profitable drug in the history of medicine. Originally, statins were only prescribed to people considered to be at high risk…
Maintaining a Rolls Royce with a 13-mm spanner
A recent study found that people with higher intakes (through diet and supplementation) of vitamins A, D and E have fewer respiratory complaints. This was picked up by multiple media outlets, and even the nutrition-skeptic UK government Health Secretary has now ordered a review into vitamin D after dismissing its benefits. But while the new…
Treat or trick?
We’ve all seen (or at least heard about) those people back in March this year who were panic-filling their trolleys with fizzy drinks and “goodies” from the snack aisles to keep the kids happy. And tonight, on Hallowe’en, the double nightmare of sugary treats and throwaway plastics sends chills down the spine. These treats are…
Supplement news: Clinical study finds USANA’s cognitive support supplement optimizes brain function after only one use
CopaPrime+™ study conducted by Central Queensland and Deakin Universities in Australia and Nanyang Technological University in Singapore* SALT LAKE CITY, May 14, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — A new clinical study conducted by renowned brain health and cognitive performance expert Dr. Talitha Best of Central Queensland University has found that USANA® CopaPrime+ supports three cognitive measures—working memory and accuracy, attention speed and response time, and…
Health Supplement Company of the Year
Named Health Supplement Company of the Year 2019 by Global Health & Pharma magazine SALT LAKE CITY, May 20, 2019 /PRNewswire/ — Built on a foundation of leading science and technology, USANA continues to stake its claim at the forefront of the health and wellness industry with its recent award from Global Health & Pharma magazine. USANA was named…
Propaganda that makes you sick
A recent tweet by the UK PM’s official account suggested that we entertain ourselves by baking. It appears the Great British Public don’t need much encouragement on that front, as replies to the tweet complained that flour was in short supply in shops. But the government’s seemingly harmless exhortation to eat cake and carry on…