50connect is a lively online community which prides itself on providing excellent information and resources to empower over 50s in the UK. Their platform encompasses a broad range of topics, from technology and travel, to food and health.

Last month an interesting article highlighted the top 12 beauty products that can help their readers cope with the physical toll of harsh winter weather. We were delighted to see our very own BioCare^® Hair and Nail Complex as part of the list.

“Don’t let your skin and hair succumb to winter damage, fight back”, said Eloise Craven-Todd of 50connect, while discussing ways to stay steadfast against difficult winter conditions. Hair and nails can often be damaged by cold, windy and damp weather and as such, require extra care during this time. Eloise suggested that the BioCare^® Hair and Nail Complex would be an ideal supplement to prevent such deterioration.

As a source of copper, zinc and vitamin E amongst a gamut of bioavailable nutrients, BioCare^® Hair and Nail Complex supports the body’s pigmentation of hair, metabolism of the proteins required to grow it, and helps protect from oxidative stress.

Shop for BioCare Hair and Nail Complex from £29.95 for 90 capsules.

Read the full 50connect article here.

We were happy to see SucroGuard’s^® efficacy to maintain healthy blood sugar levels recognised in December’s issue of Bella Magazine. Featured in their Better Body section, the article “Emergency Slimming Tips” discussed healthy recipes, tried and tested workouts, as well as weight-loss supplements.

During the 3-page article, it was suggested that dieters trying to lose weight could really benefit from a specialised, bioavailable vitamin and mineral complex, to stave off sugar cravings which some may struggle with.

The author went on to recommend BioCare’s SucroGuard^® supplement as a solution to this problem, by means of its contribution to the maintenance of normal blood glucose levels and macronutrient metabolism in the body.

This food supplement should be part of a balanced diet and it is also filled with important nutrients such as B vitamins, chromium and manganese.

Shop for BioCare SucroGuard^® from £8.56 for 30 capsules or discover more weight loss supplements.

During a recent article, ELLE Magazine reached out to nutritionists to ask them what their recommendations were on how to cure a hangover the right way - with a healthy diet.

Our very own Manal Chouchane, Nutritional Therapist and Clinical Nutritionist at BioCare^®, shared her thoughts on what kinds of food and drink could help to clear your head effectively. Her answer? Coconut water and guacamole on toast which are good for hydration and providing the body with the good type of fat it craves during a hangover.

The stress and atrophy the body experiences during and after a person consumes a significant quantity of alcohol can often leave it depleted of a range of vitamins, minerals and nutrients. While excellent diet and hydration is the best method to recovery, these nutrients can also be readily replenished by use of a bioavailable vitamin and mineral supplement, such as BioCare^® Adult Multivitamins and Minerals.

Shop for BioCare^® Adult Multivitamins and Minerals, from £11.95 for 30 capsules.

Vanessa Chalmers, writer for renown health and lifestyle website Healthista sat down to decide her 14 best supplements of 2017 last December, with a spectrum of potential candidates to choose from.

We were delighted to see that two of our most popular supplements made Healthista’s list which highlights their high quality and bioavailability.

When it came to the best omega-3 and probiotic supplements respectively, Vanessa chose BioCare^® Mega EPA and BioCare^® BioAcidophilus^® as her top choices.

Our Mega EPA is a powerful fish oil supplement made from pure fish oil and provides both DHA and EPA, free from detectable contaminates, using our “Multox” system for greater stability and quality.

BioAcidophilus’ LAB⁴ complex of bacteria is thoroughly tested and is both bile and acid resistant to ensure safety and efficacy in promoting healthy gut flora.

Shop for BioCare BioAcidophilus^® and Mega EPA here.

We were delighted to see a range of our winter care supplements reviewed by Erica Price on her blog, A Little Luxury for Me.

As an answer to a busy lifestyle full of challenges, which can often leave her feeling tired, Erica decided to try a variety of BioCare’s products to relieve her fatigue.

The result? “I have felt like I’ve had more energy”, Erica said, after trying BioCare^® Adult Multivitamins & Minerals, Zinc Citrate and Everyday BioAcidophilus^®. Another aspect she appreciated about our BioAcidophilus^® supplement was also its ability to remain stable for a greater period of time without having to be refrigerated which is achieved due to our “Multox” antioxidant system.

BioCare^® Zinc Citrate is also very easy to store and to take. Its water solubility allows it to be consumed as a lozenge, as well as a traditional tablet – making it simple to work into your diet.

Shop here for Everyday BioAcidophilus^®, Adult Multivitamins & Minerals and Zinc Citrate on our online store.

Read Erica’s full blog here.

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?

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?

Do you really need to do a spring detox? Or is your body already doing that on its own?

Read our latest blog to find out how your body deals with toxins on a 24/7 basis, and which foods can help you protect yourself in this toxic world.