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Our Head of Clinical Nutrition, Marta Anhelush joins Kirsten Chick, Nutritional Therapist and host of IHCAN podcast for a discussion on the epidemic of mental health problems. Aptly named ‘The Pain of Mental Illness’, they explore what this means, discussing limitations of our healthcare system, a lack of education around diet and lifestyle, and the stigma, shame and guilt that surrounds these issues. Marta and Kirsten also discuss the significance of specific diet, lifestyle and methylation support, as well as the importance of finding purpose in life.

Do you struggle to fall asleep or stay asleep at night? Do you often wake up feeling tired and groggy, or find it hard to concentrate during the day due to lack of sleep?

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. 

Is your skin showing signs of ageing, are wrinkles increasing and your skin is looking dull, losing elasticity, and becoming dry?

You might need to support your collagen production.  Skin is the largest organ in the human body. Skin acts as a protective barrier from the outside world, shielding our internal organs and systems from harmful external factors like infections, trauma, sun (UVA) damage, or toxins.

If you are already going through menopause, you might have already observed its impact on your joints, bones and skin. Alternatively, if you are in your late 40s or 50s and preparing for this stage, you may be familiar with common symptoms associated with menopause, such as hot flushes or mood swings. However, did you know that a drop in sex hormones can have a significant impact on your bone density, skin quality and joint health? During this stage of life, the ovaries cease their activity, and there[KS1]  is a decrease in female hormones, particularly progesterone and oestrogen. The hormonal fluctuations, especially the decline in oestrogen, have a notable impact on connective tissue health. Connective tissue, as the name indicates, connects, and supports various tissues and organs in the body, including cartilage, bones, and skin. Additionally, it plays a crucial role in maintaining proper body posture and providing structural support.

We understand that nutrition is individual. Not everyone has the same needs in terms of the nutrients that are key for them, the optimal amount to support their health, or how they prefer or need to take their supplements. In fact the way we want to take our supplements is changing with people often preferring to combine different supplements into one dose, often blending it into a juice or smoothie for taste and convenience.

It’s important to meet the nutritional needs of your children so they stay happy and healthy. Our handy top tips for gold star nutrition are perfect for making small changes into your child’s routine to help support their immunity for back to school

With the government now recommending Vitamin D supplements for everyone, we take a look at the link between SAD (Seasonal Affective Disorder) and the benefits of Vitamin D supplementation, to prepare for the onset of winter and changes of the seasons.

Children are at high risks of catching infections such as colds and flus due to their immature immune systems, and being in environments such as schools and nurseries where infections can be passed on easily from one child to another. The prescription of antibiotics to children in the UK is 700 prescriptions/1000 children per year.[i] It is suggested that 30% of antibiotic prescriptions are unnecessary as many of these infections are caused by viruses including common colds, bronchitis and sinus and ear infections, whereby an antibiotic (antibacterial) will be ineffective.[ii]

This article is about the body’s response to stress, low energy levels and what we can do to help sustain our energy levels.

What's the difference between a prebiotic and probiotics? We explain the key differences and how they benefit and nurture good digestive health.

In this article we look at the importance of magnesium in your diet

Menopause for a woman is a time she is transitioning into a new phase of her life. This is a time for liberation, change and celebration. However for many it can be a difficult transition that can be painfully drawn out due to a number of lifestyle and emotional factors. Nutritionally speaking, we can support that woman into the next phase of her life by supplying her with the nutrients her body needs to successfully make that transition. Read more...

Welcome to our new website, where we’ve aimed to build you a better online user experience so you can shop for your favourite BioCare^® products with ease and efficiently, as well as lots of other customer benefits. Read more ....

We live in a toxic world surrounded by harmful organisms and pollutants everyday. Read on to find out what these toxins are and what you can do to support your body.

The word detox is thrown around a lot in relation to clean living and eating but what does meaning do we take from that?

Do you need to worry about methylation? Believe it or not, this is a simple but essential process that is happening in our bodies all the time and is involved in so many of our body functions.

Our latest article has picked out some of the common signs that may mean you need some support when it comes to methylation.

A recent highly publicised Cochrane review on fish oils made headlines by claiming omega 3 from fish oils had little or no effect on heart health. However, the paper ignores other research demonstrating clear benefits of taking omega 3, especially for preventing heart disease, as well as other health benefits. Read our article for a more detailed comment.

Getting optimal nutrition during pregnancy is complex and there are many nutrients to consider. We’ve created this easy to understand guide to several key nutrients, so you can easily understand what nutrients may help you.

During pregnancy, you only want the best nutrition to support growth and development. Here we’ve compiled a comprehensive guide to essential vitamins and minerals during pregnancy.

The skin is our largest organ and on average, it equates to around 16% of our overall weight. Covering our entire body, it acts as a protective shield against external threats, such as pathogens and environmental pollutants

Do you suffer with hay fever? Our latest blog discusses and digs a little deeper into what hay fever is, the possible causes and how you can support your hay fever symptoms as the pollen count begins to rise.

Are you doing everything you can to support your marathon recovery?

With the London marathon fast approaching on the 28th April, here are a few recovery tips to consider to ensure you’re recovering as effectively as you can.

If you find vitamins a tough pill to swallow, or you’re looking for more exciting ways to supercharge your morning smoothie, look no further than our new NutriPowders.

We all know that taking the nutritional products that we need can be a real chore. Sometimes it feels like we're constantly swallowing tablets or capsules! So we’ve designed three great new nutritional powder blends, to offer high potency, broad-ranging nutrition, designed around the power of plants.

What is an allergy? How much of a problem are they to sufferers? How can probiotics help support the immune system?