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Did you know that up to 35% of all body protein content is made up of one type of protein? This protein is a key component of our connective tissue – the most widely distributed tissue in the body, which binds, holds, supports and strengthens other body tissues, as well as insulates and protecting the organs.  It makes up our ligaments, tendons, skin, joints, cartilage, bone and even the gut lining, blood vessels and our teeth!

It is, therefore, absolutely vital to the health and proper integrity and function of ALL body tissues and organs. 

Digestion is the essential process in the body where food is broken down and the essential nutrients are released and absorbed. A lot can challenge the optimal function of our gut and there are many factors to consider that influence this complex system. Threats to digestion can seriously impair wider health and wellbeing, so supporting robust digestive function is essential. 

We often find that many women query how to support their hormones, whether this is for conception, menopause, or due to a specific symptom or condition.

What is premenstrual syndrome (PMS) and what causes it? Is it “normal” to experience premenstrual symptoms that affect our mood, energy, and digestion? Let’s delve deeper into the topic to understand what’s normal and what isn’t, and how to support yourself throughout the menstrual cycle to avoid the barrage of symptoms that hit you before your period. 

The gallbladder often doesn’t get the recognition it deserves but diseases of the gallbladder are often multifactorial, and both bile flow and gallbladder function play a big part in overall health. In this article we discuss the causes of gallbladder dysfunction and give you some tools to support your clients if they have gallbladder issues, such as gallstones, or no longer have a gallbladder.