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In this article, we discuss the importance of nucleotides - what they are and what they do as well as the foods you can find them in.

An overview of the role of zinc in human physiology, the signs and symptoms of low zinc status, and how we can increase our zinc intake.

Endometriosis is the growth of cells from the uterine lining, the endometrium, in other areas such as the ovaries or colon. These cells respond to hormone fluctuations in the same way as in the uterus, thickening under the influence of oestrogen and then shedding after the sudden drop of progesterone, in absence of fertilisation. However, unlike the cells in the uterus, these cells have nowhere to escape, making menstruations extremely painful and causing a whole lot of symptoms.  

Folic acid, folate, methylfolate, vitamin B9; so many names for one nutrient! Are you confused about folate; the different forms, what it does and whether you might be deficient? Read our blog, to find out everything you need to know about folate.

Striking statistics from Public Health England indicate that only 31% adults and 8% teenagers meet the bare minimum recommendation of eating ‘5 A Day’. An adequate daily intake of fruits and vegetables is crucial for our health. It can help to support immunity, reduce disease risk, and improve overall health. An exciting way to increase your daily plant intake and consume at least 5-A-Day is to focus on ‘eating the rainbow’.

Read our blog to learn more about how 'eating the rainbow' can improve your health.

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.