Everything from dehydration to seasonal changes in the weather can cause your skin to become dry and cracked. Normally, this isn’t a major issue, and many dry skin conditions can be treated relatively easily through the use of moisturising cream or ointment. If you regularly suffer from dry skin, it’s worth taking a proactive approach to the problem. One of the best ways to do … [Read more...]

1. IntroductionThe essential nature of vitamins and minerals for human health was demonstrated more than a hundred years ago. Recommendations for appropriate dietary intakes aim to ensure that most of the population receive amounts fulfilling their physiological needs [1]. The link between biochemical and physiological functions is established for some vitamins and minerals, as … [Read more...]

Vitamins and supplements are a great way to fill in the gaps in your diet, but there are so many to choose from, how do you know which ones are best? Are organic vitamins really better than synthetic ones? When we think about overall health and wellness, there are several things come to mind. Some folks choose to meditate or do yoga to reduce stress. Others prioritise a killer … [Read more...]

Committed to your supplement stack or daily multivitamin? Learn how to fly with vitamins to keep the TSA from mistaking your supplements as medication or contraband in our complete, detailed guide. You’ll discover the rules for bringing vitamins with you on the plane in your carry on or checked baggage as well as the current limits and rules for packing these items to follow … [Read more...]

Where We Stand Thorne Meriva 500 SF tops our list with its researched-backed formula and third-party testing. If you are looking for a lower dose, gummy option, try Nordic Naturals Zero Sugar Cucumin Gummies, which are also third-party tested. Are Turmeric Supplements Beneficial? Turmeric and its active compound, curcumin, are known for their anti-inflammatory properties … [Read more...]

Answer: The question of when to take vitamins together or separately is an excellent one and which we address in the "What to Consider When Using" and "Concerns and Cautions" sections of our Product Reviews of vitamin or mineral supplements. How you take a supplement can be just as important as which product you take - both may impact how much of a nutrient your body actually … [Read more...]

Boots AW, Haenen GR, Bast A. Health effects of quercetin: from antioxidant to nutraceutical. Eur J Pharmacol. 2008;582(2-3):325-37.Boots AW, Li H, Schins RP, Duffin R, Heemskerk JW, Bast A, Haenen GR. The quercetin paradox. Toxicol Appl Pharmacol. 2007;222(1):89-96.Cai J, Nelson KC, Wu M, Sternberg P Jr, Jones DP. Oxidative damage and protection of the RPE. Prog Retin Eye Res. … [Read more...]

Hair relies on the nutrients that you consume to grow strong and healthy. When someone lacks nutrients, a common treatment for that would be to try taking supplements. If you want your child to grow a healthy body with a strong and healthy head of hair, pediatricians might recommend supplements for them. So how effective might supplements be on a child’s hair? It depends … [Read more...]

It's no secret that vitamin D supplements spike in demand whenever autumn or winter comes around. Of course, if you have a vitamin D deficiency, you should be aiming to take them all-year-round (subject to advice from your doctor). But as the days grow shorter, many of us would benefit from including vitamin D supplements to our daily regimen in order to make up for the lack of … [Read more...]

Organic spirulina is a type of blue-green algae that is rich in nutrients and has a wide range of health benefits. It is a popular supplement among health-conscious individuals, and is easily available in many health food stores and online retailers. If you are looking for a reliable source of organic spirulina in Singapore, here are some of the best places to buy it: 1. Health … [Read more...]