Cod Liver Oil V007 (Capsules) Category > Vitamins & Supplements
	Cod Liver Oil V007 (Capsules) Nature's Own Cod Liver Oil is a rich source of vitamins A and D as well as small amounts of the fatty acids Docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) and Eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA). Vitamin A (retinol) is a fat- soluble vitamin and is stored in the liver. Retinol is metabolised by the body into many different forms of vitamin A so plays a large part in health maintenance. It is needed; For normal growth of healthy skin and body tissue As a powerful antioxidant For vision in low light Best Natural Sources of Vitamin A Mangoes, melons, apricots, papayas, tangerines Tomatoes, carrots Liver, eggs, dairy products, some fatty fish Dark green vegetables, pumpkin, sweet potato, watercress Vitamin D is fat- soluble and stored mainly in the liver. Increases the efficiency of intestinal absorption of calcium Helps the body utilise calcium and phosphorus which will promote healthy teeth and bones Best Natural Sources of Vitamin D Is synthesised by the skin in the presence of sunlight Egg yolk, fish liver oil, fatty fish eg salmon, mackerel Docosahexaenoic Acid (DHA) and Eicosapentaenoic Acid (EPA) are non- essential unsaturated fatty acids belonging to the Omega 3 family. They are needed for the production of prostaglandins which are involved with; Healthy brain function Vision Learning ability, co- ordination and mood Best Natural Sources of DHA and EPA Oily fish eg sardines, salmon, mackerel Plant oils eg flaxseed and walnut

Cyto Biotic Active 3220 The application ofprobiotics to prevent and treat...disorders should be more widely considered by the medical community. " There is emerging evidence to indicate that probiotics can be taken by otherwise healthy people as a means to prevent certain diseases and modulate host immunity. " These are the words, not of probiotics companies trying to make their money, but of an independent report by the World Health Organisation with the Food and Agriculture Organisation published in October 2001. So, what are these disorders that they refer to? If you look through the enormous amount of literature on the subject of probiotics you will find some connection with almost any condition you can think of. Probiotic bacteria fundamentally inhabit the gastrointestinal tract, and in return for food and shelter they help us digest food; absorb nutrients; keep pathogenic bacteria at bay; and support the immune system. Small wonder then that many imbalances respond to supplementation of the gut bacteria with a so called 'probiotic' - a supplement of gut bacteria. . Specifically however, the WHO / FAO report refers to gastrointestinal infections (including diarrhoea), certain bowel disorders (e. g. constipation, Crohn's disease and illS), allergies (e. g. atopic dermatitis) and urogential infections (e. g. cystitis and vaginitis). Probiotics in your practice You may already use probiotics, will almost certainly have heard of them and their benefits before, and perhaps will appreciate a little help and guidance in choosing a product suitable for your practice. Activity is the key to a good probiotic supplement - if the bacteria can't survive their journey though the stomach and set up residence in the lower gut then your investment will be wasted. Cytoplan's new Cyto- biotic Active bacteria are harvested at the peak of their activity and then held in 'suspended animation' by freeze drying until ready to be taken. At the tinle of taking they are then mixed into luke- warm water and allowed to stand. This means the water that was taken away is replenished, and the bacteria are restored to their active state. (Imagine what would happen if the powder was swallowed straight into the highly acidic conditions of the stomach - that is not conducive to bacterial survival.) It is then recommended that the active solution is swallowed away from meals (2 hours after eating, and before bed if possible) to give the bacteria the best possible chance of passing quickly though the stomach and setting up residence undisturbed in the lower gut. Proof of activity... Cytoplan's new Cyto- biotic Active contains an optimal 9 different strains of probiotic bacteria, so supplements all the fundamental bacterial populations in the gut. It is the most active we have found, so try it for yourself To prove its activity simply mix a teaspoonful into a small cup of warm milk and keep it warm for 8 hours - the resultant yoghurt would be impossible if these were not live, active bacteria. Convenience What is more Cytobiotic Active powder is packaged into convenient IOOg pots, enabling you to recommend differing amounts as appropriate to each individual at any point in time. The recommended maintenance amount is 3g daily (about I teaspoon), but 2 or 3 times this amount are not unusual for cleansing periods supervised by practitioners. Who may choose to take probiotics? Anyone in any of the situations listed overleaf and below. Many people also find it helpful to supplement their gut bacteria to maintain energy, vitality and general health. In addition, studies have shown probiotics to help the health of the body when experiencing: Allergies / Intolerances Fatigue / tiredness / lethargy Gut imbalances (e. g. ms and chronic diarrhoea) Strenuous exercise Stress See Details

Cyto- Zyme 4133 Digestive enzymes are catalysts which break down food into its basic components, so that our bodies can absorb the nutrients they require to build cells, tissues and organs. A catalyst is a substance which increases the speed of a chemical reaction without being changed by the reaction. The enzymes we need to digest our food are either created by the body (digestive enzymes) or are already present in the food when it is eaten (food enzymes). Food enzymes are killed when food is cooked to over 118 degrees. The same is true for micro- waving and processed foods. Digestive enzymes are secreted from the pancreas into the stomach and small intestine. These include protease, which breaks down proteins, amylase for breaking down carbohydrates, lipase for the breakdown of fats and cellulase for fibre. Enzymes are the body's workers. They are responsible for constructing, synthesizing, carrying, dispensing, delivering and eliminating the many ingredients and chemicals our body uses in its daily business of living. They are used by every organ, system and tissue in the body. Our body makes enzymes. When we are young our body has an abundant supply of enzymes, and at this time our energy levels seem never ending. As time goes by, we slowly begin to lose this efficiency. The signs we begin to notice are things like not being able to eat the spicy foods we have eaten and loved for many years, being less able to recover quickly from aches and pains of weekend sports, and reduced stamina. This reduced vitality signals a weakened and compromised body. All the above are signs that you are running short of the enzymes you need to fuel your life. The reason why we run short of enzymes is a lifestyle problem. Our poor dietary habits, fast food obsessions and excessive intake of fat and sugars all require large quantities of enzymes. Stress kills and damages cells, resulting in our enzyme- making machinery having to work overtime to help rebuild and replace them. Environmental pollution causes continuous cellular insult and damage requiring the ongoing assistance from enzymes just to maintain a healthy immune system. As we age our natural production of enzymes de- clines and it is recognized that during illness our enzyme production can be significantly reduced. The same enzymes which help us digest our food can also be used for other essential body activities. If the food we eat is high in its own enzyme content, as is raw food, its digestion requires less support from the body's own enzyme supplies. If our food is mainly higWy processed it will require a large number of enzymes from the body's resources to facilitate its digestion. Digestion takes priority of purpose in the enzyme hierarchy. Therefore if our food intake is devoid of its own enzyme content and requires vast input from our body supplies, this could mean enzymes being called away from their immune supporting and other equally essential roles to help the body digest food. If this situation is ongoing you can begin to see why a body becomes compromised and has less disease fighting capacity. Equally, if you notice digestive symptoms such as bloating, food intolerances, discomfort after eating, cramping and any other similar related digestive symptoms, it is likely your body is not able to provide sufficient digestive enzymes for the food you eat. If you do experience digestive symptoms it is always a good idea to change your diet to eat as much raw fresh (enzyme- rich) food as possible in small, frequent amounts. You might also consider taking a good broad- spectrum digestive enzyme formulation. Cyto- zyme provides a broad spectrum of plant- sourced enzymes, which digest protein, fat, fibre, dairy sugars and carbohydrate. The advantage of plant- sourced enzymes is that quality control is assured and contamination is significantly reduced when compared to enzymes from animal sources. Natural plant enzymes give high bioavailability and are readily accepted by the digestive tract. We have chosen enzymes which are largely resistant to degradation by the hydrochloric acid in the stomach so they may easily reach the small intestine where most digestion takes place. Equally these enzymes are active in a wide range of pH and temperature (to allow for individual variations.) Bromelain and Protease assist in the breakdown of food proteins into amino acids and polypeptides. Lipase helps with the efficient digestion of fats and oils. Amylase is required for the complete digestion of carbohydrates Betaine Hydrochloride supports the stomach environment and aids in the fIrst stage of the breakdown of all food ingested. Papain helps to digest protein Lactase digests lactose or dairy sugars Cellulase digests fibre from soluble sources See Details

Cytoplex 4090 Cytoplex is a broad based multivitamin and mineral formulation. Cytoplex places a strong emphasis on the B vitamins and also includes Betaine hydrochloride which may be indicated in cases of poor digestion. See Details