Transform yourself with the science of personalised nutrition

A healthy diet is the first step to improving your health. However, a diet that is healthy for one person might not be healthy for another. At Euzen, they use questionnaires and laboratory tests to assess your current health, health history and health goals, and then use the science of personalised nutrition to tailor a nutritional plan to you. Importantly, they consider your food preferences and lifestyle to create a diet that is enjoyable and manageable.

This is why Euzen support your dietary change with a two-day Introduction to Health and Nutrition course and a six-month programme of one-to-one and group Health Coaching. ‘Euzen’ is an anglicisation of the ancient Greek ‘Ευ ζην’, which means ‘living a good life’. Euzen’s approach was developed by CNELM, who have been delivering nutrition and health-coaching education for 21 years, including university validated BSc and MSc degree courses.

Euzen are launching in spring 2022. Visit euzen.co.uk or email info@euzen.co.uk to register your interest. For more information about CNELM’s courses, visit cnelm.co.uk or email info@cnelm.co.uk

Herbal formulations for everyday wellbeing

Don’t let the prostate control your day

Try Prostate360 and experience the difference:

• Prostate and bladder support
• Restful night
• Healthy blood flow
• Increased vitality.

Happy customer, Michael C, says: “PROSTATE360 works better than expected in all areas of my life.”

You have tried cranberry, now try Uralix

Uralix is formulated to improve urinary health:

• Relief and support
• Suitable for long term use
• Manufactured in the UK.

Uralix user, Marisa, says: “Uralix – the best thing I did for my bladder health. Highly recommended.” Rachel F says: “Game changer.”

Uralix is vegan, non-GMO, uses no palm oil, and is not tested on animals.

Products are available at bluegreenhealth.co.uk, use code DM222 for 10% off.

Your Bodhi

Your Bodhi Natural Turmeric Curcumin capsules are designed for your health and wellbeing. The main compound in turmeric, curcumin, is known for its anti-inflammatory and anti-oxidant health benefits* making it the perfect supplement to support your body and mind.

Your Bodhi Turmeric Curcumin contains 95% pure curcumin as well as black pepper extract to increase absorption. These specially formulated delayed release capsules are designed to travel through your stomach acid and into your intestine – where all the goodness can be absorbed. Founded by Sophie Nazareth after she says she experienced the benefits of curcumin herself, all Your Bodhi products are vegan, gluten free and made in the UK.

Shop online now and get 15% off with code HEALTHFIRST15 at yourbodhi.co.uk and find them on Instagram @yourbodhiuk

*Curcumin: A Review of Its Effects on Human Health, by Susan J. Hewlings and Douglas S. Kalman.

Win a selection of Medterra CBD products Worth £300!

Ready to join the millions of people who use Medterra CBD oils, creams and capsules to help promote a sense of calm and overall wellbeing?

Medterra, one of the leading CBD brands in the USA, have now made their products available in the UK. Their products are third-party tested, certified, and approved by a board of physicians to guarantee the highest standards of quality and purity.

Their premium hemp, organically grown, is combined with other powerful organic ingredients to enhance the benefits of their products.

Enter today for your chance to win a selection of Medterra products of your choice, and take control of your health and wellbeing with CBD you can trust. Enter here

Visit medterracbd.co.uk to shop CBD products and find out more.

Suffering from sore, gritty or red eyes?

AEON Protect Plus is a lubricant eye drop solution with a long-lasting moisturising effect. It contains cross-linked sodium hyaluronate, which results in longer lasting lubrication of the eye’s surface.

AEON Protect Plus is suitable for use before and after eye surgery, such as cataract and LASIK surgeries, to provide relief from symptoms of dry eyes. It is also suitable for relieving symptoms of dry eyes caused by computer use, air conditioning, central heating or air travel.

Due to its long-lasting effect, AEON Protect Plus is particularly suitable for night-time use, and compatible with all types of contact lenses. AEON Protect Plus is preservative and phosphate free.

Order AEON Protect Plus today for long-lasting relief of dry eyes.

Visit aeoneyedrops.com to find out more and shop on Amazon.

Men’s ultimate underwear

Comfort is king and Comfyballs have this covered, having worked long and hard to find the perfect cut and fabric for the highest level of comfort a man can get.

All boxers feature a unique PackageFront design, which cups your equipment and takes it away from your inner thigh. This reduces heat transfer and restricts movement without the squeeze, while also being breathable and wicking, making them a fast-drying, anti-chafing boxer.

Comfyballs boxers are available in three luxurious, super-soft, high-end fabrics, all Oeko-Tex 100 certified. These include: Performance (suitable for all kinds of sports and training); Wood TencelTM modal (for the softest and most casual experiences); and combed single jersey Cotton (to keep you going every day).

So why not choose Comfyballs to breathe new life into your top drawer? Plus, you’ll feel particularly comfortable knowing that all Comfyballs products are ethically produced and climate neutral.

Visit comfyballs.co.uk and enjoy a 20% discount* using code WELLBEING20.
For more information, you can email info@comfyballs.co.uk

*Does not apply to products already on sale or on offer. Discount code expires 28 February 2022.

Natural solutions for dry, itchy skin

Trusted since 2008 and born from a mother’s labour of love to treat her son’s skin, Bria Organics are experts in sensitive skin. With oils known to soothe and moisturise dry and itchy skin, the award-winning range is fragrance free, gentle and effective for babies, children and adults. It can be used to support the symptoms of eczema, psoriasis and dermatitis.

Get free delivery with code BRIA22 valid until 31 March. Read reviews, view the before and after pictures and order online at briaorganics.com.

Jalupro amino acid replacement therapy, for happy, healthy-looking, and glowing skin

Collagen is the most abundant protein in the human body, and it is the main component of the skin. Good, healthy collagen in your skin can mean density, structure, and a more youthful appearance.

With age, collagen decreases, and by 50 years old, you can lose up to 50% of your skin collagen*.

Jalupro food supplement (liquid or tablet) is a specific formulation of amino acids designed to target collagen production stimulation**.

As pure amino acids, these are readily and easily absorbable by the body. And they are not from animal sources, making them suitable for vegetarian and vegan diets.

The food supplements are the perfect association with the Jalupro injectable range. Since 2005, Jalupro injectable is a unique bio-revitalization range of products providing strong collagen stimulation and hydration thanks to its targeted formulation. This can leave your skin looking structured, dense, happy, healthy and glowing.

For more information, visit their Instagram account @jaluprouk or ask your favourite aesthetic practitioner.

*The influence of age and sex on skin thickness, skin collagen and density, by S Shuster, M M Black, E McVitie.
**Amino acids in the regulation of aging and aging-related diseases by Clare-Ann Canfielda and Patrick C. Bradshaw.

Take your breathing into your own hands

The Breather is a drug-free respiratory muscle trainer. It is designed to strengthen your inspiratory and expiratory muscles with respiratory muscle training (RMT). This process of strengthening can improve your breathing efficiency and support lung capacity, vocal cords and ease of swallowing.

The Breather is suitable for anyone who wants to improve their breathing capacity, reduce their shortness of breath, or strengthen their airflow for better speech and safer swallow function. It is designed to train both your inspiratory and expiratory muscles, and has independently adjustable dials, making it easy to customise to your specific needs.

Another Luft For Life product, The Airphysio, is an oscillatory positive expiratory pressure (OPEP) device designed to offer a drug-free, mechanical solution for excessive mucus production. Exhaling through the device causes vibration of a steel ball bearing. This vibration travels back into your lungs, loosening the mucus lining the upper airways for easier removal by either coughing or swallowing.

For more information, visit luftforlife.com

Are you burnt out?

An estimated 79% of those working in the UK have experienced burnout*, with long work hours, remote working and the extended lockdown also affecting personal and professional relationships. The World Health Organization has now classified burn-out as an occupational phenomenon.

While burnout is treated as a mental health issue, it can affect the body as much as the mind.

Melloh is a wellness platform with an ambition to tackle challenges such as burnouts, by addressing mental, physical and internal symptoms holistically. With modern routines that are a combination of delicious, formulated blends (inspired by life science) and a range of wellness classes, like Art & Food Therapy, Yin Yoga and Pranayama, Melloh is designed to address the symptoms of stress, low immunity and gut-health. Melloh is the go-to place to look after yourself; mind, body and spirit.

Visit mellohwellness.com and get 30% off all blends for the first month with code HEALTH30

*79% of UK staff have gone through burnout (employee benefits, 2021).

A game-changing mini Exercise and Therapy Bike from Reviber

The Reviber Exercise & Therapy Mini Bike Pro is a motorised therapy bike designed for low-impact exercise and rehabilitation, for both the legs and upper body. Whether maintaining your mobility, or beginning your road to recovery, the Reviber’s dual action enables you to use it motor-assisted for passive exercise, with 12 speeds to choose from, or use your own muscle power with seven resistance levels – all operated by remote control. As your mobility and strength increase, you can move from motor-assisted to manual resistance. Use it on the floor to exercise the legs, or on a table to exercise the arms. It is portable and runs quietly so you can work, read or watch TV whilst you exercise.

For more information, visit reviber.co.uk and get £70 off using code CHECKLIST70, was £349.99.

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Here are some ideas to get and stay on the move

1. Fitness Superstore 

It’s been easy to overindulge during the Covid lockdowns, but now, hopefully, they are set to become just a memory and it’s time to get fit with the award-winning Max Trainer from Bowflex. It’s your answer to maximum calorie burn in less time! 

There are four models to choose from – the M3, M6, M8 and the Max Total – all featuring the innovative 14-minute MAX Interval™ Workout. Combining intense intervals of hard work with short recovery times, this world-renowned programme is proven to burn more calories than steady-state exercise, delivering the results you want in under a quarter of an hour.

At a fraction of the size of most ellipticals and treadmills, the Max Trainer is the epitome of form meeting function. Its small footprint means you can get a gym-quality workout anywhere in the home, with the average cross trainer requiring more than twice the space.

Find out more at fitness-superstore.co.uk

2. Raleigh 

With bikes to suit the whole family, Raleigh delivers a fantastic range of adult and kids bikes for all ages and abilities. From commuter and town bikes to balance and adventure kids bikes, they really have it all. 

And for those who want to take the strain out of cycling there’s the Raleigh range of electric bikes (also known as e-bikes or pedelecs) which includes something to suit every taste – and every budget. From affordable entry-level options like the Array to the high-tech Motus Grand Tour, Raleigh have everything you need to add some power to your pedalling. Short on space? Check out Raleigh’s nifty folding electric bikes – perfect for stashing away at a moment’s notice.

Take to the outdoors, make the most of the British summertime and experience the unparalleled joy of cycling with Raleigh.

Find out more at raleigh.co.uk

3. Move GB 

Online fitness provider MoveGB is helping the nation stay fit with the launch of its brand-new platform, Move At Home – available to new members from £1 per week and NHS workers get free access.

Move At Home offers thousands of pay-as-you-go, live streamed classes from local independent fitness instructors from around the UK (many of which offer an initial free taster class) and on-demand workouts. Meaning you can shake up your routines or try out something new every day. 

Popular classes include Carnival Fitness, an Afro-Caribbean fitness fusion incorporating basic dance steps with body-weighted exercises, partnered with pure carnival vibes. Synthetics, a classic 1980s aerobic cardiovascular workout, includes strengthening and toning built into the routine, burning up to 800 calories in 60 minutes, while Twerk It Out offers fantastic, booty-burning workouts which will teach you how to pop and dance your way to fitness in your own living room.

Find out more at movegb.com

4. Giant Electric Bicycles 

Make light work of your commute and arrive to work with no sweat thanks to a Giant electric powered bicycle. The DailyTour E+ range is designed for regular commuters, so it comes with all the built-in features you can think of, including a kickstand, lights, fenders and racks – all neatly designed and built to help you pack and carry your daily essentials. 

With a SyncDrive Life 60Nm motor, you also have the capability to ride in the automatic support mode. This technology determines the support you need and shifts automatically – so you can fully concentrate on the road. On-board navigation is another great feature, and it comes to you via a new RideControl EVO display that’s smoothly integrated into the handlebar. An integrated light system runs day and night, increasing your visibility and safety on the road, and a Monoshock OD2 suspension fork soaks up bumps to smooth out your ride. 

Find out more at giant-bicycles.com  

5. Nutracheck 

If you’re a fan of MyFitnessPal, you’ll love Nutracheck because it’s been developed and designed specifically for British tastes.

Nutracheck has a huge UK food database, with verified nutrition data for 250,000+ UK food and drink items, so you’ll be sure to find what you’ve eaten easily and quickly. Even harder to find items – think draft beers and cocktails – and over 70 eating out places, they’re all there. Nutracheck also shows you photos of food, making it so simple to spot exactly what you ate. Simply scan the barcode on a food to add it to your diary. 

As well as calories, Nutracheck tracks fat, saturated fat, salt, sugar, carbs, protein and fibre. It’s easy to see how well your diet measures up to daily nutrition goals. Select if you want to lose weight, gain it or maintain, and it sets you a personal goal – or override it with your own.

Find out more at nutracheck.co.uk

6. Neo G

Suffering from aches and pains in the knees and joints is a common issue for many people in the UK. It’s important not to neglect your muscles and joints as the smallest of injuries can sometimes lead to sprains, strains and instability, hindering the simplest of everyday tasks and movements. 

By using a support such as the Neo G Stabilized Open Knee Support while walking or exercising, you can help to prevent injuries, as well as reduce the possibility of worsening existing ones. 

People of all ages across the UK suffer from aches and pains, such as a stiff neck or arthritic hands – which often start in bones and joints. Neo G is tackling this growing problem with the new Daily Defence Joint Health Glucosamine Liquid Supplement, which helps to support and maintain healthy bones and joints from the inside out. 

Find out more at neo-g.co.uk  

7. Naturya

In an uncertain world it’s probably prudent to rely more on premise than promise. Naturya can’t guarantee their superfoods are endowed with curative health properties, but they can say with confidence that their products are nutritionally dense, minimally processed, rigorously tested and have an integrity that may both support and facilitate the possibilities of an improved general wellbeing. 

With regard to some aspects of nutrition there is a broad consensus of agreement but, inevitably, given the idiosyncrasies of individual dietary choice, what we eat increasingly reflects our personally-constructed set of beliefs about what is good for us. And with so much conflicting information, the decisions about what is right to eat can be bewildering. Naturya’s belief is that it makes sense to give your body the best nutrients available. And premium quality superfoods as supplied by Naturya, a fully vegan company, offer a simple way to fulfil this need. 

Find out more at naturya.com

8. JLL

If you are looking to build your very own home gym look no further than JLL Fitness. 
JLL Fitness offers a great range of cardio equipment, treadmills, rowing machines, indoor cycling bikes and more. They also supply a diverse range of weight and yoga equipment. 

Their in-home premium 500 Series is stylish and easy to store within your home. The monitor helps you keep track of your speed, distance, calorie, time and pulse while you are working out, and so helping you stay focused on your goals. 

The T350 Folding Treadmill is also perfect for in-home use. The running deck has a 16-point cushion system which reduces the impact on your joints when running. As well as folding up to give you back vital floor space, it boasts a range of fantastic features, including Bluetooth connectivity – so you can listen to your favourite music from any Bluetooth device. 

Find out more at jllfitness.com  

9. Compeed 

Almost a quarter (22%) of Brits aged 18-65 suffer from blisters each year and, with their characteristic pain and discomfort, they can literally stop you in your tracks. 

Compeed is the must-have blister plaster to help you quickly get back on your feet, without letting an irritating blister get in the way. Compeed blister plasters are one of life’s small solutions that make a big difference. They provide instant pain relief, better adhesion and 20% faster healing than ordinary plasters. 

Applying just one Compeed plaster seals the blister and forms a second skin that absorbs moisture from the blister until it heals. Designed to fit better and be discreet, they provide deep cushioning, are sweat- and water-proof so they stay in place and protect the wound from bacteria and dirt.

They are available in major supermarkets and pharmacies nationwide so whatever path you’re on, Compeed keeps you on track.

Find out more at compeed.co.uk

10. Elixinol 

Elixinol™ is a leading manufacturer of hemp products and CBD oil. offering an extensive collection of full-spectrum CBD oil products – creams, supplements and capsules – formulated with organic hemp extract and hemp oil.

No matter what the requirement may be, Elixinol has you covered. Find the perfect CBD product in company’s online shop and start your journey towards a new lifestyle and an improved outlook on life.

Elixinol have always been committed to hemp. Learning from it, teaching others about it. Helping the world discover the healing properties that are locked inside its humble leaves and flowers. While it started with a passion for the diverse opportunities that hemp uniquely offers – from paper to clothing to fibres. Along the way, Elixinol also discovered that hemp was an amazing source of some of the most poorly researched yet most impactful wellness ingredients known to man – cannabinoids. 

Find out more at elixinol.eu

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But rest assured, there are so many ways to ensure independence, privacy and home comforts are retained whenever a little extra care and support is needed, whatever our age or disability, whether it’s high-quality healthcare via live-in carers or a host of gadgets and aids that can help give support and peace of mind. 

Here are some ideas and sources of help and information.

1. TriLift 

The UK has over 350,000 mobility scooter users who rely on their mobility device as part of their everyday life – and though their units are great for zipping round shopping malls and town centres, getting them there in the first place can be challenging and demand a degree of physical might and ability. Scooter and power chair transportation must be simple, affordable and easy to operate by one person – and TriLift UK has a remarkable and innovative product that neatly ticks all three boxes. 

Fitted onto the back of a vehicle, the TriLift engages with a coupling bracket that is permanently fixed to the mobility scooter or power chair. By the flick of a switch, the mobility device is raised off the road and locked in place on the vehicle’s rear.

Launched in the UK early in 2018, the TriLift has proved extremely popular and the company now has consultants covering the UK. 

Find out more at trilift.co.uk

2. Acorn Stairlifts 

Feel safe on your stairs with an Acorn Stairlift, and enjoy the full use of your home once again. 

An Acorn Stairlift gives you a safe, comfortable and simple way to get up and down your stairs. Tailor-made to suit your individual home and lifestyle, an Acorn Stairlift can be fitted to all types of staircase, and what’s more, it can be done within a matter of days rather than weeks. 

Acorn Stairlifts will help you master ‘the three Rs’: Regain your independence; Retain full use of your home and Remain in the home you love. Installing an Acorn Stairlift turns your home into a bungalow by removing the obstacle of stairs if they become too challenging.

Whatever type of staircase you have in your home, straight or curved, Acorn can provide the perfect solution for your needs. 

Find out more at acornstairlifts.co.uk

3. Care UK

Care UK believes its patients should receive high-quality healthcare – fast. Nobody likes to wait and leaving it too long before having your treatment can be detrimental to your recovery. 

If you want rapid access to high-quality, consultant delivered surgery, Care UK’s self-pay packages could be the ideal solution. With prices up to 30% less than other private hospitals, but without compromise on quality, it’s no wonder so many patients are turning to Care UK for their surgery. 

Care UK consultants are all employed by the company, which means it can offer a consistency of care far less costly than other private hospitals. And while you can expect all the quality of care and excellent clinical outcomes, Care UK dispenses with the more expensive yet unnecessary add-ons.

Get your life back on track and enquire about self-pay treatment options today. For a full list of prices and procedures visit the website. 

Find out more at careukselfpay.co.uk

4. The Good Care Group 

It’s not easy to admit we need extra help to live well at home, or face the prospect of moving to institutional care. So it may be a surprise – and a relief – to learn there is another option. 

The Good Care Group provides highly tailored, live-in support in your own home. 
A discreet, dedicated carer will move in and help you keep everything that matters most – your family, your possessions and your independence – closer for longer. 

The only dedicated live-in care provider in the UK to receive ‘Outstanding’ ratings across the board from regulators at the Care Quality Commission, it specialises in dementia care but supports people with a wide range of needs. For those with complex requirements, its unique nurse and OT-led services provide the highest level of individual care. 

The results are remarkable, with clients experiencing far fewer falls, fractures, infections or emergency hospital admissions than the average care home resident. 

Find out more at thegoodcaregroup.com

5. Promedica24

“When my health started to deteriorate, I was only aware about care home solutions and I was worried about being taken away from my home, community and my best friend, Oscar, my terrier. I found out about live-in care from my doctor and was told I would be able to stay in my own home, where I felt the safest and happiest and it didn’t cost a fortune.

I met my care-worker, Anna, and she is now a part of my family. She’s been an angel and takes care of the jobs I can’t quite manage, as well as helping me throughout the day when I struggle with mine and Oscar’s needs.”

Promedica24’s live-in care serves the whole of England and provides an attractive and affordable alternative to residential care. Individuals benefit from the full attention of their care-worker, who is matched based on personality, interests and needs. 

Find out more at promedica24.co.uk

6. iMedicare

Are those awkward leaks getting in the way of your exercise? Urinary incontinence affects women aged from 15 years and up. Prevalence varies from 10% to 30% and is a socially embarrassing condition, causing withdrawal from social situations and reduced quality of life.

Durable and attractively priced, Wearever washable incontinence underwear features a discreet, one-piece design with built-in absorption pad, with a choice of regular, super or maximum absorbencies up to 650ml, that look and feel just like regular underwear. They are also available in a range of styles that will suit everyone, from comfort styles and maximum briefs to pretty lace designs to bikini cut panties.

Wearever will still function after 200 machine washes, saving you money and allowing you to feel good about protecting the environment from disposables.

Find out more at mypelvichealth.co.uk

7. TTfone 

The TTfone Titan TT950 is a fully featured Android simple smartphone. Use Whatsapp messaging, calling and video call to stay in touch with loved ones without the complicated menus of most smart phones. It is 3G compatible and comes in a stylish flip design with screens on the inside and outside. The volume on the Titan’s built-in speakerphone is much louder than conventional mobiles. With the dock charging system, it’s easy to keep your battery charged and phone ready to use.

Specially designed for the elderly, disabled, hard of hearing or those with low dexterity the TTfone range of big button mobile phone are the opposite of a smart phone and come with features like loud volume, easy menus, clear large displays and an SOS emergency button for summoning help with just a single press.

Find out more at ttfone.com

8. Support Dogs

Support Dogs is a national charity, saving and improving the lives of children and adults affected by autism, epilepsy and disability. 

One in every three support dogs would not exist without the kindness of those who have left donations to this great charity in their will. If the time is ever right for you to remember a charity in your will, please remember Support Dogs. 

A gift of just 1% can make a huge difference to the families will help and the dogs they train. One in four of the dogs that Support Dogs train comes to them from rescue centres or as unwanted pets.

Established in 1992, Support Dogs works across England, Scotland and Wales and provides all its services entirely free of charge to those in need of them. However, the charity relies solely on voluntary donations and receives no government funding.

Find out more at supportdogs.org.uk

9. Able Community Care 

Enjoy the peace of mind knowing that you can benefit from top-quality care, surrounded by all your home comforts.

Able Community Care was established by Angela Gilford in 1980 to offer alternative care support to older and disabled people, without the need to move into a residential care setting. 

For 40 years, the family-run company’s live-in care service has enabled thousands of people to stay in their home of choice.

The service offers, rotational, live-in support provided by professional care workers and is managed 24/7 by experienced care managers.

Each client has an individual description of their care requirements based on their personal, domestic and social care needs. Clients express their views on the care workers they feel comfortable with in their own home and rotational systems of requested care workers are managed on their behalf.

The company offers its service throughout the UK and the Channel Islands

Find out more at ablecommunitycare.com

10. Miracle Workers 

Live-in care is fast becoming the preferred choice of many people. It enables the elderly and disabled to remain in their own home, living life on their terms. That means choosing your own routine; when and what to eat, when to get up and when to go to bed. It means seeing friends and family when and where you wish. It might even mean retaining the companionship of a beloved pet. All of this is thanks to the support of a carer who lives with you and gets to know you properly. 

For family members, live-in care provides peace of mind and the reassurance of knowing that their loved one has the benefit of a fully-trained, DBS-checked carer on hand, 24 hours a day. 

Miracle Workers offers a flexible and bespoke service throughout the UK. The team delivers services that respect each client’s independence, privacy, dignity and the right to make informed choices. 

Find out more at miracle-workers.co.uk

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Here are some top tips to help you stay tip top.

1. Satipharm 

When it comes to CBD, this is what matters: some products produce poor results while others deliver high performance. Taking just one Satipharm CBD capsule is equal to over 14 drops of CBD oil. One pack of Satipharm CBD capsules provides more CBD than two 500mg bottles of oil.

The reason Satipharm 10mg CBD capsules provide approximately 350% more CBD into your system than the same dose in a 5% CBD oil is because they are powered by the patented Gelpell® technology, as proven by clinical trials. The Gelpell® technology places cannabinoids inside seamless microgel spheres which provide approximately 3.5 times higher bioavailability. 

A test of 30 CBD oils by The Times showed that 62% contained less than the stated amount of CBD on the label, with some containing none at all. Satipharm CBD capsules are manufactured to pharmaceutical standards ensuring their capsules are always of the highest quality and consistency. 

Find out more at satipharm.com

 2. Linwoods 

As consumers look to add a boost of vitamins to their daily diet, Linwoods Health Foods is providing simple and quick solutions to help provide the body with its all-important nutrients, in a delicious way. 

Linwoods flaxseed is prepared with great care through their unique cold milling process which unlocks the benefits of the seed for easy digestion whilst still ensuring that all of the nutrients remain intact. 

Simply adding 20g of Linwoods blends to your breakfast, yogurts or salads daily provides a variety of nutritional benefits including Omega 3 ALA (Alpha Linolenic Acid), fibre and protein. 

Additionally, the Linwoods range contains immune supporting health properties. The high percentage of selenium within Linwoods Milled Flaxseed, Nuts and Q10, and the extra Vitamin D within Linwoods Milled Flaxseed with Bio-Cultures and Vitamin D helps maintain your immune system.  

Find out more at linwoodshealthfoods.com

3. Allicin 

What are plant stanols and sterols? We all know that varied diet, exercise, fresh air and looking after your mental outlook can all contribute to keeping you healthy. Many people also like to take food supplements as part of their diet and healthy lifestyle. 

Plant stanols and sterols are naturally occurring substances similar in structure to cholesterol, found in plants. Particularly nuts, seeds and plant oils. Eating these foods regularly will ensure you are getting stanols and sterols in your diet.

The most prevalent phytosterols in the diet are beta-sitosterol, campesterol and stigmasterol. During digestion, stanols and sterols can play a role in the absorption of dietary and biliary cholesterol.

Lesterol is a unique combination of plant stanols and sterols plus stabilised allicin. Lesterol capsules can be used as part of a healthy diet and lifestyle. Plant stanols and sterols contribute to the maintenance of normal blood cholesterol levels. 

Find out more at allicin.co.uk

4. Dawood & Tanner 

Love food but find your dentures reduce your enjoyment because you may not be able to chew or taste properly? Do you find you can’t eat as many of the foods you like, particularly salads and crunchy foods? Do you ever find yourself inhibited to speak or laugh out loud socially for fear that your dentures will loosen? 

Why not consider dental implants, the most effective method of replacing missing or failing teeth. They act as replacements for your natural tooth roots and integrate with your jaw to provide a supportive base for tooth restorations that will look and function exactly like your own natural teeth.

The Dawood & Tanner are one of UK’s leading provider of dental implant treatments. They can find solutions for even the most difficult situations, particularly those patients who have been told elsewhere they are not suitable candidates for dental implants due to lack of bone. 

Find out more at dawoodandtanner.co.uk

5. Boston Scientific 

Chronic pain affects as many as one in five adults across Europe. On average, people endure it for up to seven years; a fifth will live with it for 20 years or more. 

Where medication, exercise and surgery and hasn’t been sufficiently effective, Spinal Cord Stimulation (SCS) may be a better long-term relief method than additional surgery or extended opioid use. 

With SCS a small, implanted pulse generator (IPG) and thin wires are placed into your body. To manage pain, the wires deliver tiny pulses to the nerves that mask pain signals travelling to your brain. Boston Scientific SCS systems are designed to tailor stimulation to target your specific pain areas. 

A rechargeable IPG can last up to 12 years and a non-rechargeable one up to 5.2 years. The vast majority of patients can help achieve better control of your discomfort and ultimately lead a better quality of life.

Find out more at controlyourpain.co.uk

6. Numan

Did you know that around 322 million men worldwide are expected to have experienced erectile dysfunction (ED) by 2025?

That’s a lot of men by anyone’s standards. It’s the equivalent to the entire population of the UK, France, Germany, Italy, Spain, and a good part of Peru all struggling to get or maintain an erection.

Numan, who provide digital healthcare for men, conducted a survey that showed 66% of men in the UK have experienced ED at some point. 

The more complex the car, the more parts can go wrong. An erection, like a 1970s Aston Martin Lagonda, is a very complex thing indeed. 

There are many possible underlying causes of ED, which can be physical, psychological, or both. Numan helps you get to the bottom of it, treat it, and monitor it, with ongoing access to a team of UK clinicians.

Find out more at numan.com

7. The Fertility Partnership

Did you know that one in six couples have trouble conceiving? And one million people in the UK experience secondary infertility, where they have problems having another baby even if the first was easy? 

If you’ve been having regular unprotected sex and you’re not pregnant after six months, you should have a fertility assessment. 

The Fertility Partnership clinics are staffed by internationally-renowned clinicians and they have some of the highest success rates in Europe. They have eight full IVF clinics and 19 satellites across the country, do more IVF cycles than anyone else in the UK, and 98% of people say they provide exceptional nursing care. 

The Fertility Partnership offers comprehensive fertility assessments in all its clinics for both private and NHS patients and provides as much care as you need, from helping with your ovulation cycles to full IVF and beyond. 

Find out more at thefertilitypartnership.com

8. King Edward VII’s Hospital 

Get your life back on track by self-paying for treatment at King Edward VII’s Hospital, reckoned to be London’s leading private hospital. Their fixed-price packages for treatments ranging from hip replacement to cataract surgery provide rapid access to internationally-renowned consultants and cutting-edge diagnostic and surgical techniques at a hospital famous for its private and peaceful environment.

Set within the famous Harley Street medical district, King Edward VII’s Hospital prides itself on a quality-driven, patient-centred approach to medical care. It invests in the latest equipment and facilities to keep it at the forefront of medical care in the UK, and offers a personalised service that has become its trademark. 

If you are facing a wait for treatment, or you simply wish to get treatment on your terms, speak to a member of its dedicated patient services team about your fixed-price treatment options. 

Find out more at kingedwardvii.co.uk

9. AlchemLife 

There are many ways we can support our bodies and keep them fit and healthy, from being active to eating a varied and balanced diet. Sometimes, however, no matter how well we take care of ourselves, we can still be prone to seasonal bouts of illness. 

PhytoRelief-CC can help give you that extra boost when you need it, supporting your immune system and creating a natural defensive barrier against the likes of common colds. 

Based on ancient Ayurvedic medicine, one of the world’s oldest holistic systems, these lozenges provide your body with vital micronutrients to aid your natural defences. This herbal food supplement contains curcuma, pomegranate and ginger, ingredients which actively promote stronger immune function.

When the first symptoms of a cough or cold appear, consider taking three PhytoRelief-CC lozenges a day to give your body the help it needs.

Find out more at alchemlife.com

10. Chuckling Goat 

Chuckling Goat Live Kefir has been named the Best New Dairy Drink in the world, by the International Beverage Awards 2018. 

The tiny family business, born on a farmhouse kitchen table, has become a multi-million-pound global enterprise, with hundreds of thousands of customers in 38 countries, and three best-selling books exploring the science behind kefir. 

Kefir has been around for millennia, but today it’s poised to become a major player in a new frontier in neuroscience, because of its actions as a ‘psychobiotic’. This is a new term for a combination of live organisms that, when ingested in adequate amounts, may help to support mental health benefits in individuals. 

The American College of Gastroenterology performed a comprehensive literature review on the topic. They found that psychobiotics, including kefir, were both safe and effective in improving symptoms and normalising bowel movement frequency, in patients suffering from constipation or diarrhoea related to IBS.

Find out more at chucklinggoat.co.uk

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With the past year well and truly behind us it’s time to properly step up when it comes to caring for your health. Sure, COVID-19’s not gone away, but if you stay safe and take care of yourself from the comfort of your own home or surroundings you can emerge from this pandemic a truly fitter and better you…

1. TRUCONNECT by TV.FIT

The brand new TRUCONNECT by TV.FIT app provides affordable, flexible fitness and behavioural solutions from the comfort of your own home. Now users around the globe can stream hundreds of workouts directly to their smartphone, tablet or TV, whether you’re looking for kids’ fitness for younger family members, or pre- and post-natal workouts for mums or mums-to-be. All programs are adaptable – with modifications available to suit all skill levels – and there’s even access to over 45 e-books for improving body and mind.

With workouts ranging from HIIT and yoga to barre and circuit training, dedicated Silver Sessions for seniors also feature, delivered by fitness hall of famer and former World Karate Champion, Dean Hodgkin. In addition, the app hosts an impressive array of exclusive content from celebs including Gemma Atkinson, Gorka Marquez, Jessica Wright and Helen Flanagan.

Find out more: TRUCONNECT

2. Leg Master

At the time of writing (lockdown #3) it’s hard to know when’s best to invest in an annual gym membership. Instead, why not fork out for some home fitness equipment you can use regardless of what Bojo tells us we can and can’t do? The Leg Master promises a full body workout in less than 60 seconds, focusing on strengthening and tightening the pelvic floor, inner thigh and buttocks. Using over 200 muscles, it works by using your own bodyweight to provide classic strength training, and is proven to tone and sculpt tricky-to-train areas.

Studies into The Leg Master have shown it can reduce body fat and increase muscle mass similar to traditional strength training. It also engages the lower abdominals and the lower back, and, with the addition of the new flexible handlebar, helps to tones the upper arms, upper back and chest.

Find out more: Leg Master

3. Marodyne LiV

Three million people in the UK are estimated to suffer from osteoporosis, with one in two women and one in five men expected to break a bone each year. Keeping your bones healthy has therefore never been more important, with Marodyne LiV’s low vibrating platform potentially being the answer to all your problems. 

Originally built for NASA to help astronauts overcome osteoporosis after spending time non-weight-bearing in space, Marodyne LiV is the world’s first clinically-approved, non-invasive, drug-free option for people affected by the condition. Looking exactly like a set of bathroom scales, you simply stand on it for 10 minutes a day and allow the low intensity vibrations to stimulate your body’s cells, reforming bone and muscle tissue in the process. The minute you step on its ‘smart’ technology gets to work, automatically adjusting to your weight, mass and movement to produce low acceleration, high frequency vibrations that send signals to reactivate the bone-building cells in the body.

Find our more: Marodyne LiV’s

4. Tisserand Little Wellbeing Wonders

In these stressful times sometimes you just need a little pick-me-up to sort out your head space and get you back on track. That’s where Tisserand’s Little Wellbeing Wonders comes in, a four-pack of handy pocket-sized mood boosters in a range of scents dependant on how you feel.

To create a cloud of joy, calm, tranquillity or serenity, simply spritz your chosen mini mist around your space or onto your pillow and allow the aroma to settle your senses. There’s Happy Vibes MoodFix Mist, a blend of Lemon Tea Tree, Bergamot and Nutmeg 100% natural pure essential oils to help you wake up and shine; Total De-Stress MoodFix Mist, a blend of Geranium, Orange and Nutmeg 100% natural pure essential oils to help you let go of stress; Real Calm MoodFix Mist, a blend of Lavender, Bergamot and Patchouli 100% natural pure essential oils to help you find your inner calm; and Sleep Better Pillow Mist, a blend of Jasmine, Sandalwood and Lavender 100% natural pure essential oils to help you sleep soundly.

Find out more: Tisserand’s Little Wellbeing Wonders

5. LQ Collagen Joint Care MAX

Looking after your joints is not to be taken lightly, as many sufferers of arthritis and osteoarthritis will adhere to. That’s where LQ Collagen Joint Care MAX  comes in, a daily all-in-one joint care liquid collagen supplement in a delicious cherry flavour. Each shot contains high-quality key ingredients to deliver noticeable joint care support from the inside out. Boasting 2000mg of marine collagen – designed to help support healthy joints – other ingredients include Copper, which contributes to the maintenance of connective tissues; and Vitamin C, contributing to the normal function of bones and cartilage. They also absorb into the body more effectively than pills, with one 50ml shot containing the same amount of active ingredients as up to 10 tablets. We know what we’d rather swallow…

Buy LQ Collagen Joint Care MAX

6. Izzy Judd Mindfulness for Mums

This practical guide to mindfulness by author Izzy Judd offers simple daily exercises to help mums feel calm and connected to the world.

Bringing together a collection of simple and inspiring activities to help mothers find their own piece of calm, Mindfulness for Mums guides the reader through quick and easy self-care tips in the chaos of motherhood.

Alongside accounts of her own mental health experiences Izzy explains how to practice her 30 techniques – one for every day of the month – which are illustrated throughout. Unlike meditation, Izzy’s mindfulness exercises can be done while in a supermarket queue or even at bath time, making it easy to fit them into every day.

“I wanted to learn more about how mindfulness could support my children with their own emotional development,” says Izzy. “I was amazed to discover my daughter Lola started using the exercises without being prompted – and I began to realise the benefits mindfulness was having on all the family.”

Find out more: Mindfulness for Mums

7. ClassPass

After a fitness membership you can use in a number of health and wellness providers – as well as one that offers at-home workouts when COVID prevents you from exercising in a studio or gym? Founded in 2013, ​ClassPass​ partners with more than 30,000 pre-vetted exercise studios, health clubs and wellness premises to offer a broad range of digital and in-person classes. Including yoga, cycling, Pilates, strength training, boxing and more, in addition to workouts, members can instantly book inspiring wellness experiences, such as massages, acupuncture and spa treatments. Hoping to venture abroad this year? ClassPass have even got your exercise needs covered, with their membership including access to gyms and classes in over 30 countries across the globe! Plans and pricing structures varies based on your location – when signing up for a ClassPass membership, customers receive a monthly allotment of credits and use those credits to book any experiences they want.

Find out more: ClassPass

8. KYMIRA Sport Women’s Infrared IR50 Leggings

You might think the price point of this sportswear is a little more cash than you’d wish to part with – but you haven’t worn these leggings while training yet, have you? Designed to boost your recovery and keep you training hard, day in day out, the KYMIRA Sport Women’s Infrared IR50 Leggings incorporate a unique infrared technology, promoting blood circulation and cellular metabolism, along with increased oxygenation of the blood. The increased rate of removal of lactic acid from your muscles, paired with an improved rate of cellular repair and production, reduces the impact of Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness (DOMS) and other associated aches that you may experience after pushing your body to the limit.

The leggings’ flatlock stitching ensures you can run free of distracting rubbing or chafes, while the elasticated waistband is secure and flexible to prevent digging into your midsection. The fabric is breathable and quick drying, and the calves have a compressive fit, which boosts comfort and support.

Find out more: KYMIRA Sport Women’s Infrared IR50 Leggings

9. MuscleFood tailored meal plans

Carrying excess weight due to gym closures and lockdown comfort eating? You’re not alone! Luckily there’s a wide range of companies who’ll deliver healthy, nutritional meals to your door, getting you leaner and lighter in no time. For the gym-goer looking to shred some pounds while building and toning muscle, the MuscleFood Lean Machine plan is ideal. Designed to support workouts and aid muscle growth, it offers a wide selection of high-protein meals and snacks and can be bought as a five, six or seven day plan.  All you need to do is enter a few details online, such as your gender, height and weight, activity level and any allergies or food requirements. You’ll then be offered a choice of three plans, all of which include free online personal trainer support.

Not a gym bunny? Try the Super Slimmer plan instead. This offers a range of nutritious, calorie-balanced meals to help aid weight loss. From high-protein pizzas to Levi Roots Caribbean Salmon and Grenade’s White Choc and Salted Peanut protein bars, the vast meal selection means you won’t feel you’re missing out on your favourite foods.]

Find out more: Muscle Food

10. Ragdale Hall Wellness Experience

We all need a treat after what we’ve been through the past few months ­– something that’s relaxing and pampering as well as looking after your body and mind. That’s where Ragdale Hall comes in. This award-winning spa retreat is set within 13 acres of rolling Leicestershire countryside and boasts six pools and a variety of heat and water features. In particular Checklist loves their Wellness Experience, providing the choice of an exclusive holistic treatment as well as a further three treatments to ensure maximum benefit. Spread over five nights and six days, you’ll feel completely rebalanced and ready to reconnect with life. On this package you’ll enjoy either an Equilibrium Massage or Reiki, a Pure Radiance Facial, a Wake up Eye Treatment and Lavender and Tea Tree Exfoliation. You’ll also start each day with a delicious breakfast served in your bedroom or the Verandah Bar, as well as a three-course buffet lunch and relaxed three-course evening meal each night. We’ll see you there…

Find out more: Ragdale Hall Wellness Experience

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