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ALICE HART DAVIS. An award-winning

beauty journalist writing for The Times, Red

and The Daily Mail. She has written a book

called ‘Be Beautiful: every girl’s guide to

hair, skin and make-up’.

DR DAVID DJERASSI. Currently the Wellness

and Nutricosmetic Director for LycoRed Corp.

He has a Masters degree in Pharmaceutical

Chemistry and an MBA in Marketing. He has

been awarded a number of patents in the

Health and Beauty field and published

numerous scientific papers on vitamins,

amino acids and antioxidants.

DR SARAH BREWER. Qualified from

Cambridge University. Having worked as a

GP and hospital doctor, she now specialises

in nutritional medicine and is a medical

consultant to Healthspan.

We take our environmental responsibilities seriously, therefore this magazine has been printed on paper sourced from well-managed forests. Nurture is a Registered Trademark of Healthspan Limited. All rights reserved.

Every effort has been made to locate the copyright holders for the images used within this publication. However, if we have missed anyone, please email: dearnurture@healthspan.co.uk

4 Incidental sun damage

5 Introducing nurture protect

6 Skin protection solutions

8 Feed back what time takes away

10 Head to toe solutions

12 Free trial offer

Contents

This month’s experts

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nurture skincarediscover

Welcome to your complementary issue of ‘Nurture’, dedicated to bringing you the latest skincare news and advice from Healthspan.

If you haven’t discovered nurture skincare before, now is the time as we’ve recently gone through a ‘make-over’ with some stylish new packaging and exciting new products!

In this magazine we’re delighted to launch our newest range – nurture protect. All products in this range are free from fragrances, colours and artifi cial preservatives, as well as being hypoallergenic so suitable for sensitive skin. Read all about them on page 6.

I also want to take this opportunity to remind you about our unique award-winning nurture replenish range. This is the only range in the UK which helps to feed back essential levels

of oestrogen which decline during and after the menopause. I hope you enjoy reading this issue and join the thousands of women who have

already discovered the ‘nurture’ difference. Take advantage of our introductory offer today - spend just £10 and we’ll give you our new protect day cream FREE.

TheEditor’s

Letter

replenish range. This is the only range in the UK which helps to feed back essential levels of oestrogen which decline during and after the menopause.

I hope you enjoy reading this issue and join the thousands of women who have already discovered the ‘nurture’ difference. Take advantage of our introductory offer today - spend just £10 and we’ll give you our new protect day cream FREE.

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“Protect today for beautiful skin tomorrow”Did you know that 90% of skin ageing is the result of UV exposure?

Introducing our NEW skin protection solutions and expert advice overleaf...

P.S. Don’t forget to check out our new website www.nurtureskincare.co.uk

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skin exposure speciallet the sunshine in

It has been well established that sun exposure, imbalanced nutrition and smoking are responsible for 90% of skin ageing.

Carotenoid and polythenol antioxidants are among the key ingredients incorporated in beauty supplements to boost the skin’s own defence system. Lycopene is a carotenoid whose photo-protective benefits have been demonstrated thoroughly and proven in numerous studies. In 2009 a study over a 10 week period found that a daily intake of natural lycopene showed a three-fold reduction in the formation of sun burn cells compared to a placebo.

At LycoRed we have taken this one step further, taking our unique high strength lycopene and combining with lutein and rosemary extract. The results created synergy; the formation of sunburn cells was further reduced as compared to using Lycopene alone. This is amongst the only combination of ingestible nutrients which are proven to offer skin protective properties from within.”

Dr David Djerassi is from LycoRed Corp, an

innovative nutricosmetics company who have

made significant investments clinically trialling

and proving the benefits of ingestible nutrients

for use in skin supplements.

A WORD TO THE WISE

“New clinical evidence for sun supplements”

combining science and nature for effective anti-ageing

See overleaf for details.

Incidental sun damage

We all know that UV rays are damaging to the health of our skin. In fact, they are the No.1 cause of premature ageing.

In this special edition we have asked two skin and beauty experts to share their words of wisdom about how best to protect your skin.

I t’s the sun-damage that you don’t even know is happening, the slow, stealthy assault on your skin that adds up over the years

and results in rough skin texture, wrinkles and age spots. “Incidental” exposure to ultra-violet light is part of everyday life. It’s the rays that you pick up on a day-to-day basis, walking the dog or going to the shops.

When the weather is cool or dull, the ‘burning’ UVB rays aren’t a worry, but the ‘ageing’ UVA rays still are. These are present in daylight all year round, and pass through glass, so still reach you in the car, or at a window-side

desk. Their effects might seem slight, but they add up over the years.

There are no handy statistics to show the effects of incidental, everyday exposure, but if you ask a skincare professional, they’ll tell you that it is the biggest contributing factor in the skin-ageing equation. After all, what proportion of your time do you spend basking by a pool, or playing golf in full sun? It’s during the rest of your life that the damage is done.

But knowledge is power. Choose a skincare product with both UVA and UVB protection and wear it every day, whatever the weather. For backup, protect your skin from the inside, by eating colourful, antioxidant-rich foods and taking a high-strength antioxidant beauty supplement. That way you’re covered. And talking of cover, you could always add a hat...”

Alice Hart Davis is an award-winning

beauty journalist. She tells us how it’s not

just the sun worshippers that need to worry

about UV exposure...

FIRST WORD

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Introducing nurture protectAn innovation in skincare to help defend against the many external influences that can accelerate the ageing process of skin. Following nurture’s inner health and outer beauty philosophy, the range comprises of both nutritional supplements and moisturisers which not only help prevent premature ageing, but also contain the latest in anti-ageing active ingredients to help reverse the existing signs of damage.

The entire range:

• Contains clinically proven active ingredients such as biomimetic tetrapeptide ChroNolineTM to help reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.

• Also contains natural plant extracts such as edelweiss extract to help protect against free radical damage.

• Is hypoallergenic so suitable for even the most sensitive of skin.

• Is FREE from fragrance, colours and artificial preservatives.

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Skin protection solutionsNEW protect moisture boosting serum

This moisture boosting, calming serum contains a specially formulated blend of active ingredients that are kind enough even for the most sensitive skin. With NeutrazenTM; an innovative tri-peptide for optimal penetration and efficacy. Also contains squalane and vitamin C to help condition and deeply moisturise.

£9.95 30ml pump

NEW protect eye creamThis anti-ageing eye cream contains a specially formulated blend of active ingredients to target crows’ feet and fine lines around the eye area. With ChroNoline™ to help smooth fine lines and wrinkles. Plus edelweiss extract helps to soothe skin and protect it from environmental damage.

£8.95 15ml tube

£9.95 each 50ml pump

£10.95 30 tablets 1 month’s supply

Serums can help super-charge

the anti-ageing effects of the rest of your skincare

Our entire nurture range follows a unique two-step philosophy of inner health and outer beauty. That is, feeding your skin from the inside with skin nutrition supplements below the surface where traditional creams can’t reach, alongside complementary moisturisers.

The first step of any beauty regime should be thorough cleansing to leave your face clean and refreshed. By starting with a clean base you are helping the active ingredients to soak into the skin, therefore allowing your skin to have the full benefits of your chosen serum and moisturiser.

STEP ONE - INNER HEALTH STEP TWO - OUTER BEAUTY

NEW protect day cream SPF15 and night cream

These light creams contain a unique blend of active ingredients and natural plant extracts. Active ingredient ChroNoline™ a biomimetic (man-made technology which mimics the properties of substances found in nature) tetrapeptide, helps smooth fine lines and wrinkles. Edelweiss extract protects the skin against free radicals and has a soothing effect. The day cream contains vitamin E plus UVA/UVB filters to provide additional skin protection against UV-induced ageing. Also with aloe vera to help calm and soothe the skin. The night cream contains rice bran oil, which is rich in bioactive substances such as vitamins, minerals and antioxidants. It helps condition the skin leaving it feeling soft and supple.

The nurture protect 2-step programme for inner health and outer beauty

SKIN BOOSTERS

NEW protect skin nourishment supplement

Our supplement contains the same blend of high strength lycopene, lutein and rosemary extract as used in LycoRed’s clinical trials (see page 5). These ingredients combined help to reduce sunburn cell formation, and so protect your skin from the inside. These nourishing skin supplements also contain vitamin C, from acerola cherry extract, bamboo extract (providing silica), grape seed extract and selenium.

CL E A N S I N G SO LU T I O N S

NEW protect soothing cream cleanserA calming cream cleanser to help remove dirt and make-up without causing irritation or drying the skin. It leaves the skin clean, soft and hydrated with pro-vitamin B5. This cleanser will also help to soothe irritation and moisturise the skin.

NEW protect gentle tonerA new gentle facial tonic with a specially formulated blend of active ingredients to help tone, refresh and remove any last traces of make-up, or dirt that your skin may have accumulated. It also helps to ensure skin is not stripped of its natural moisture balance. Pro-vitamin B5 helps to maintain skin elasticity. £4.45

each 200ml bottle

Feed back what time takes away...

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STEP ONE - INNER HEALTH

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a unique programme just for younatural oestrogen replacement

...with nurture replenish. A unique 2 step skincare range which contains phytoestrogens to help feed skin with all that is lost during and after the menopause.

Containing phytoestrogens of red clover and soy bean extract this rich night cream helps to stimulate skin metabolism, encouraging newer, younger cells to replace dead surface cells resulting in a brighter, healthier complexion. Vitamin E and squalene help ensure that you wake up to fully hydrated skin.

This luxuriously rich award winning day cream contains phytoestrogens to help restore skin’s density. Also containing nourishing ceramides and pro-vitamin B5 to help improve long-term moisturisation. Antioxidant vitamin E plus UVA and UVB filters help protect skin from environmental damage.

£9.95 50ml jar

Designed specifically for more mature skin, these day and night skin supplements feed your skin from within with essential nutrients. The day tablets contain phytoestrogens of soy bean extract which help to restore skin’s density, making skin smoother, thus decreasing the appearance of fine lines and

wrinkles. To help your skin to retain moisture overnight the night time capsule contains omega 3 fish and borage oils. They also help protect against premature ageing by containing powerful antioxidants vitamin E and lycopene.

replenish skin nourishment supplement1 £10.95 one months supply

Nurture replenish is a unique skin care programme which has been specifically developed to help women who have already

transitioned through, or are going through the menopause. Each of our replenish products contain phytoestrogens, natural plant oestrogens which mimic the body’s natural oestrogen levels.

Oestrogen is vital for the production of collagen, the protein building block of your skin. As oestrogen levels fall it has an effect throughout the body. Dr Sarah Brewer, co-author of ‘Menopause for Dummies’ says that oestrogen levels “boost production of collagen protein and promote skin thickness. As oestrogen levels fall, skin becomes thinner, perhaps with dryness, itching, slackness and

wrinkling. These effects are hastened by the damaging effects of sunlight.”

From your mid-thirties, collagen levels begin to decrease at a rate of 1.5% a year and as collagen is the major structural protein of the skin accounting for 75% of it’s composition it is important to feed back what time takes away. Nurture replenish helps to do just that.

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replenish lip and eye contour serum

With nourishing shea butter and soothing pro-vitamin B5 to help improve long term moisturisation, reduce inflammation and puffiness around the eye area.

£8.95 15ml tube

replenish collagen boosting serum

Winner of ‘The Best Miracle Cream’ in Jo Fairley’s Beauty Bible ‘Beauty Steals’ awards. This serum contains advanced phytoestrogens to help restore skin’s density, thereby making it appear smoother, so wrinkles appear reduced. Plus a blend of patented ingredients (Ronacare™ and Matryxl™) to help both stimulate collagen synthesis and reduce existing collagen degradation.

£9.95 30ml pump

replenish hand cream SPF15

Your hands can be one of the most obvious areas to show your age. Help reduce the appearance of wrinkles and age spots with this rich, intensive cream. To protect your hands from sun damage UVA and UVB filters have been added. Also with skin whitening agent, Tyrostat™, which helps to reduce the appearance of existing pigmentation.

£5.95 75ml tube

replenish facial wash

A luxuriously creamy foaming facial wash with nourishing borage oil to help skin retain moisture, therefore reducing the prominence of fine lines which appear due to lack of moisture.

£6.45 75ml tube

replenish facial wash

A luxuriously creamy foaming facial wash with nourishing borage with nourishing borage oil to help skin retain moisture, therefore reducing the prominence of fine

to lack of moisture.

replenish intensive pigmentation reducing complex*

A highly effective night treatment to help reduce the appearance of age spots and pigmentation patches on hands, face or body. With highly effective skin brightening agents kojic dipalmitate and retinol which work together to help fight age spots, fine lines, wrinkles, visible sun damage and other signs of ageing.

£13.45 30ml tube

pigmentation reducing complex*

A highly effective night treatment to help reduce the appearance of age spots and pigmentation patches on hands, face or body. With highly effective skin brightening agents kojic brightening agents kojic dipalmitate and work together to help fight age spots, fine lines, wrinkles, visible sun damage and other signs of ageing.

£13.45

dipalmitate and work together to help fight age spots, fine lines, wrinkles, visible sun damage and other signs of ageing.

£13.45

STEP TWO - OUTER BEAUTY

£9.95 50ml jar

Natural phytoestrogen replenishment for during and after the menopause

Because we care about the environment, following nurture’s makeover, for a short time only you may recieve these products in their original packaging. However they are the same great quality product inside.

*PRECAUTION – Please read the label carefully, retinol (vitamin A) is a highly effective ingredient and may not be suitable for all skin types. We always recommend you try a patch test for 24 hours before full application.

A bite-sized guide to your

natural health

matters

PLUSSustainable omega 3 + Hot health tips

Love your joints

Easy to follow tips and advice

April ’11

50p

Diets... what to avoid

Quick fixes – aim to lose 1-2

pounds per week

Very low calorie diets (less

than 800 calories per day)

Single or limited food diets

Banning foods – this can increase

craving and result in failure

Fasting or self starvation

While it’s not exactly a subject

that people openly discuss,

it is thought that up to

a third of British men

suffer with some

form of erectile

dysfunction.

And now, with

increasing

research

into the

problem,

the amino acid L-arginine, is

becoming known as an aid for

sufferers. Studies show it can

enhance the action of nitric

oxide which relaxes the muscles

surrounding blood vessels.

...and how they affect you

HOT HEALTH TOPICS

How much Co-enzyme Q10 should I take?

Watercress: Rich in vitamins and

minerals, especially iron. During the industrial revolution,

freshly cut watercress and bread was a typical breakfast

for workers, and watercress sandwiches - perhaps

with the addition of eggs, prawns or salmon -

are still a nourishing treat.

Did you know?

Dr Sarah Brewer gives her advice

for which supplement to choose:

200mg100mg

60mgGeneral use in those

over 30 years of age.

For high blood pressure;

those on statins who have

muscle aches and pains. For heart and circulatory health; exercise

performance; those on statins who do not

have significant muscle side effects.

General use in those

under 30 years of

age.30mg

“You may be getting your 5-a-day fruit and veg,

but are you getting your 3-a-day wholegrains? Fibre-rich foods are

essential to our health and we should give

them more importance in our diet.”

Angela Dowden, registered nutritionist

Spinach: Perhaps surprisingly, the

iron content of spinach is not

particularly high. It is however a

great source of vitamin C, folic

acid, vitamin A and lutein.

Nutrition myths busted!Contrary to popular opinion, not all fats are

bad, so don’t be so hasty to cut every trace of

them out of your diet. Good fats, such as

omega 3 fatty acids, are vital for good health.

Taking zinc can shorten the life of the common cold, says a review of numerous medical studies. And while traditional chicken soup might soothe the soul, zinc can make symptoms like a runny nose and sore throat feel less harsh and also shorten the length of a cold by a few days. The only catch is that for it to work it must be taken at the very first signs of a cold.

Zinc: the common cold’s foeCalcium cannot be absorbed by the body

without sufficient quantities of vitamin D,

so look for both when buying supplements.

Seasons eatings!April

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What a sight!

Cooking up a storm Topical tweets

“We have just returned from almost a

month in South America, where we spent

some considerable time at high altitude in

the Andes. It was suggested to us that

taking gingko biloba would help to

combat altitude sickness. We are

pleased to report that neither of us

experienced any ill effects from the

altitude, other than occasional slight

breathlessness, neither did we suffer

from any of the usual problems

associated with air travel – swollen

legs, ankles etc. So, to anyone

planning a long haul flight, or

activities such as walking and hiking

at high altitude, I’d say give gingko biloba a try.

Yours,

Elaine Wiltshire & Wally Johnson, Spain.

“Your views” Star Letter

“I suffer from insect bites and stings although

my wife seems immune. A doctor friend says

the difference is in our pheromones and

recommended vitamin B6 which can be found

in Marmite. I don’t particularly fancy Marmite

all the time although she says that vitamin B6

may alleviate the effect of the stings or bites!”

Regards, Bill Fraser.

Spring has officially sprung! What’s your favourite thing about springtime?

Tell us what you think, about your life, your health, anything, we LOVE hearing from you! Send your letters to Health matters, PO Box 64, The Grange , St Peter Port,

Guernsey, GY1 5HS or email: healthmatters@healthspan.co.uk

Our star letter gets luxurious hamper filled with skincare goodies!

Q: Being now a widower doing my own cooking I eat plenty of potato and not much rice. I don’t see potatoes mentioned anywhere by many nutrition experts but only rice as being a source of fibre. Are potatoes frowned on these days as part of a healthy diet?

A: Yes, potatoes are a source of fibre as are all fruits and vegetables. They are, however, a source of starch carbohydrates which puts them high up

on the glucose to glycaemic index i.e they provide the body with a higher amount of glucose than wholegrain rice.

In essence potatoes are not unhealthy but they are not the optimum source of fibre or nutrients. Rice, however, is rich in fibre and essential B vitamins.

Henrietta Norton, Registered Nutritionist

Ask the Experts:

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“I can’t wait for spring! I love wearing my loose spring dresses and open toes” @asyleenrez

“First day of spring this year. I love those first warm streaks of light” @HornetZz

“Loving this sunny weather - everyone’s happy! Love the UK in Spring” @paulinenorris

April 7th is World Health Day 2011. WHO will launch a worldwide campaign to tackle antimicrobial resistance – also known as drug resistance, which renders medicines ineffective. Take a look at www.who.int for more information.

Did you know the first eggs given at Easter were birds’ eggs? These were painted in bright colours to give them further meaning as a gift. Celebrate life this Easter, try your hand at egg painting with some inspiration from www.amazingmoms.com

Aprilis the month to...

The garden is waking up and so is your rhubarb. Pick the sweet, tender pink stems this month to enjoy an early crop packed with flavour and perfect for favourite desserts like rhubarb crumble. For further ideas see www.nationaltrust.org.uk/food.

Royal Wedding We cannot wait for April 29th when the Royal Wedding of William and Kate takes place. According to official sources, Kate will be the oldest ever royal bride, which is astounding. Although, we can’t help but wonder if they’re forgetting about Camilla! www.theroyalwedding williamkate.com

See what’s new this month with our seasonal round up.

PLeaSe RecycLe:

A visit to the coast is always rewarding. Locations

with cliffs often bring the prospect of seeing a variety of spring migrants together with views of sea birds such

as fulmars and guillemots.

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THE ABC OF HEART HEALTHBY dr roB Hicks

d I G E s T I o N

The British have never been perceived as a particularly open or forthcoming nation so it is no wonder that we have remained discrete about our toilet habits, creating an air of secrecy around subjects such as constipation, flatulence, bloating, diarrhoea and pretty much any of our other digestive functions. It seems that our bowels really are the last taboo – many of us discuss our sex life openly and will even talk about our bladders but when it comes to our intestines, the stiff upper lip prevails, which is sad given that we will all experience some sort of tummy trouble in our lifetime. I can’t remember the last time I did a surgery without seeing someone with a gut-related problem, so let’s take a look at some of the commonest complaints I see in general practice.

ConstipationOne of the problems with being secretive about our bowels is that many of us don’t actually know what is normal. In fact ‘normal’ is anything from going three times a day to twice a week. So being constipated is a very individual problem. If you are someone who normally goes every morning, then going twice a week could be constipated for you but completely normal for the next person. I think one of the most important points is that it shouldn’t be painful and you shouldn’t need to strain. If you were struggling to breathe or found it painful, you would ask for help – having a poo shouldn’t be any different.

Over 14 million people in the UK suffer constipation at any one time and one in ten is constipated regularly, leaving them feeling

uncomfortable and lethargic. But the good news is, most problems can be resolved with some simple lifestyle changes such as increasing fluid and fibre intake and taking more exercise. It may sound daft but if you are sluggish, chances are your gut will be too, so get active and watch your bowels follow suit!

BloatingIf I had a pound for every time I have heard someone tell me they feel so bloated they look six months pregnant, believe me I would probably be sunning myself on a Caribbean beach right now! Bloating is incredibly common and often associated with constipation – at least four out of five people suffering with constipation will also have a degree of bloating which is caused by trapped gas from the waste build up in the gut. Getting the bowels a bit more active can really help here.

flatulenceIt surprises most people to learn that it is normal to produce anything from 200ml to two litres of gas in our bowels every day. Wind is made up of a collection of gas bubbles produced in the colon by the action of bacteria on the foods we eat. Some, such as cabbage, cauliflower, broccoli, sprouts and beans may make us more prone to flatulence so cutting back on these may help. It is also worth taking time over your meals as bolting your food may mean you ingest a lot of air with meals. Also avoid too many carbonated drinks as all that fizz has to go somewhere!

My guess is, the UK is a long way off breaking wind unabashed anywhere but the rugby club and that’s probably a good thing, but I do think it’s a shame that so many people suffer in silence without getting the help and advice they need to make their life more comfortable physically and socially. With that in mind here are my top ten tips on avoiding embarrassment from your bowels.

Bowels: THE LAST TABOOMaintaining a good digestive process is essential if we are to ensure adequate nutrition, but as we get older it can become disrupted and sometimes cause some embarrassing problems.

by Dr DawN harPer

10 tips to a healthier gut1. take regular exercise – the less active you are,

the less active your bowels are likely to be. Just 30

minutes walking a day can make a real difference.

2. drink at least 6 – 8 glasses of water a day and

if you’re not sure you are taking enough, look at

your urine. it should be straw coloured. if it is

darker than that, you are probably dehydrating

and more prone to constipation.

3. increase your fibre intake – swap your bread,

pasta and rice for wholegrain varieties or try a

digestive fibre such as psyllium husk to help

bulk up your stools.

4. take prebiotic soluble fibre – prebiotics

provide food for the good bacteria in your gut

and so aid digestion. grapefruit is a good

source of dietary prebiotic.

5. Reduce your intake of foods known to increase

flatulence – digesting cabbage, sprouts,

cauliflower, broccoli and beans may mean

the production of more gas in your gut, so

cutting back on these should help flatulence.

6. try a little acidic liquid – lemon juice or vinegar

can help to stimulate the production of gastric

acid and aid digestion.

7. sit down to eat meals and take your time

– eating on the go often means you bolt your

food and are more likely to swallow unwanted

air at the same time.

8. try to relax – stress is known to exacerbate

constipation.

9. take a regular probiotic – probiotics can help

maintain the balance of bacteria in the gut and

hence the natural fermentation process to help

prevent the production of excess gas.

10. Consider artichoke or peppermint

– both are popular remedies for bloating.

“Over 14 million people in the UK suffer constipation at any one time and one in ten is constipated regularly leaving them feeling uncomfortable and lethargic.”

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Reader’s story I B S

IN-DEPTHHealthspan’s Regulease is

a prebiotic carbohydrate

fibre that contains the

simple sugars, fructo-

oligosaccharides. As fibre

passes through your gut, it

helps to cleanse your

intestines from waste.

Prebiotic fibre specifically

acts as a source of energy

to help promote the growth

of friendly bacteria in our

gut, further improving our

digestive function.

Please see page 29 for

Healthspan’s Regulease.

O V E R C O M I N G I R R I TA B L E B O W E L S Y N D R O M E .

Reader’s story

Constipation tends to be viewed as a taboo

subject and embarrassing condition – yet

millions of us suffering from constipation visit

our doctor every year. It is an especially

common complaint from those of us taking

non steroidal anti-inflammatory painkillers.

These contain codeine which has the side

effect of constipation.

Because the frequency of bowel movements

differs from person to person, constipation is a

decrease in the frequency of your own normal

habits. Symptoms often include lethargy,

cramps and bloating. A lack of fibre, reduced

fluid intake, lack of exercise, stress and simply

getting older all cause constipation.

Many people turn to laxatives as a quick fix

rather than improving nutrition. This is not

always the best solution as laxatives can

become habit forming and most doctors prefer

to advise patients of the age-old adage – eat a

well balanced diet, high in fibre and fluids, and

take regular exercise.

YOUR EXPERIENCEI have suffered from the symptoms of IBS (irritable bowel

syndrome) for the past six years. I’d frequently suffer from

diarrhoea and cramps, but mostly constipation. The bloating

would be painful, but mainly it would make me feel sluggish

and unattractive. I tried laxatives, but found it difficult to find

something which was effective and predictable. I’d also

read that the long-term use of laxatives is not good for you.

So I looked for a more natural solution and found Healthspan’s

Regulease Prebiotic Fibre. Not only has it helped to ease my constipation and

keep me more regular but it has significantly reduced my bloatedness. This has

consequently improved my social life. I now feel much happier. Thank you.

Mrs W. Day, Liverpool

“I’d frequently suffer from constipation, cramps and bloating,

which meant that I would often felt sluggish and unattractive”

Ins and outs

PSYLLIUM HUSK is a pure dietary fibre that passes through the gut without being digested. It is most popularly used as an effective laxative and helps to promote efficient colonic function.

ARTICHOKE helps to stimulate the flow of digestive enzymes, aiding the breakdown of more fatty foods. It also helps to increase bowel movement, thus helping to reduce the symptoms of constipation.

PROBIOTICS are live microorganisms that help to restore the natural balance of beneficial flora in the gut. This is turn has been seen to improve gastrointestinal disorders and alleviate constipation.

WHAT ELSE WORKS?

differs from person to person, constipation is a

decrease in the frequency of your own normal

habits. Symptoms often include lethargy,

PSYLLIUM HUSKfibre that passes through the gut without being digested. It is most popularly used as an effective laxative and helps to promote efficient colonic function.

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There’s something in the airThe summer months with warmer weather and longer days see an increase in outdoor exercise and leisure activities. But the extra hours of sunlight give rise to an increase in air pollution, the highest of which is experienced during the peak summer months and the adverse health effects of which have been recognised for centuries.

In the ninth century, the burning of sea coals was recognised as generating intolerable noxious fumes in the city of London. In the thirteenth century, Edward I even banned the use of such fuels in London in order to prevent the accumulation of acrid smoke. More recently, the burning of fossil fuels in towns and cities, combined with periods of cold weather when there is little air mixing, has been associated with a generation of smogs. That which occurred most famously in London in December 1952 saw midday London appear more like midnight, with theatres closed due to the inability of the audience to see the stage. This episode was associated with thousands of deaths that continued to rise for the weeks following.

As a result of such smogs the government of the day introduced the Clean Air Acts that resulted in a steady decline in such pollution

and now the atmosphere in UK cities is

considerably cleaner. However, in the UK today the pollution of the environment results mainly from the effluent from transport sources and with the increased number of cars on our roads and increased numbers of car journeys, high pollution levels are not uncommon.

Air pollution has a variety of negative health effects including impaired lung function, chest pain, coughing, wheezing and eye and skin irritation. The impact of is greater in individuals with pre-existing disease, in particular asthma and chronic lung and heart disease. In addition to the acute effects of pollution on health there is also a ‘chronic’ result. Living in a polluted area increases the likelihood of developing lung disease (i.e. asthma), cardiovascular disease and cancer compared to living in a less polluted place. The World Health Organisation (WHO) now estimate that there are 4.6 million pollution-associated deaths per year.

What are the key pollutants and what effect do they have?Ozone (O3) is produced by the action of sunlight on volatile emissions from combustible sources, principally road vehicles. Thus, ozone is worse on sunny days, peaking in the middle of the day. Human exposure to elevated ozone concentrations can give rise to inflammation of the lung lining by causing an increased generation of free radical molecules and oxidative stress, leading to a reduction in lung function.

Sulphur dioxide (SO2) can narrow the air passages in the lungs, irritating the upper respiratory tract in particular. As is the case for the majority of pollutants, asthmatic individuals are more sensitive to the effects of SO2 than a healthy population.

Oxides of nitrogen (NOx) are a family of highly reactive gases, including nitrogen dioxide (NO2) and nitric oxide (NO), that form when fuel is burned at high temperatures. In the lungs NOx can also generate free radicals and result in inflammation.

Particulate matter (PM10) are particles small enough to reach the airways and lower regions of the lung during ventilation. Major

adverse health effects arising from acute exposure to increased levels of PM10 include exacerbation of disease in chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and asthma patients. In addition the elderly and patients with cardiovascular disease show an increased risk of death associated with increased PM10. This is also thought to have adverse effects as a result of oxidative stress-mediated inflammation.

How can we reduce the impact of pollution on our health?The UK Department of Health currently advises susceptible individuals, such as asthmatics and sufferers of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, to stay indoors during high ozone pollution episodes and to avoid strenuous exercise. This advice is often applied to the entire population. However, it is not always practical and alternative ways to reduce the impact of pollution are required.

It would appear that the main effect of pollution on the lungs, as well as other organs, is to increase oxidative stress as a result of an increased production of reactive

oxygen species (ROS2), also known as free radicals. Antioxidants serve to mop up free radicals produced through oxidative stress mechanisms and, although the body has antioxidant defence mechanisms, these can be depleted by the high oxidative stress caused by pollutants. Therefore, it is important that we consume adequate amounts of antioxidants in our diet to protect against the negative effects of pollution. The main source of dietary antioxidants is from fruits and vegetables which contain varying amounts and types. Whilst the government recommends five portions of fruit and/or vegetables per day, consuming enough antioxidants through food can be difficult due to busy lifestyles, poor diets and the lower levels of antioxidants in foods associated with farming methods and transport. Antioxidant supplementation combined with a healthy, balanced diet can optimise your antioxidant intake. Selecting nutritional supplements that contain a broad range of antioxidants will help to ensure an optimal intake of antioxidants and reduce the potential impact of pollution on health.

“It is important that we consume adequate amounts of antioxidants in our diet to protect

against the negative effects of pollution.”

B E A U T Y

yourself beautifulThroughout the ages, women have sought a variety

of ways to accentuate their beauty and retain it into

old age. Cleopatra bathed in Dead Sea mineral mud

and asses’ milk, while the fashionista in Ancient Rome

used lead salts to whiten their complexion. But beauty

is more than just skin-deep: good nutrition is one of

the biggest-kept beauty secrets for staving off wrinkles

and maintaining youthfulness.

Eatby Dr Sarah brewer

MultivitaiMins: a multivitamin and mineral acts as a nutritional safety net that helps safeguard against common deficiencies such as b vitamins, iron and zinc, which can affect skin quality. alternatively, choose a supplement especially formulated for hair, skin and nail health.

OptiFive: Provides a blend of antioxidants from six vegetables and seven fruits – ideal for those who don’t get their five servings per day.

CO-enzyMe Q10: Vital for oxygen uptake in cells, levels start to decrease over the age of 20 years. Lack of CoQ10 means that cells do not receive all the energy they need and are more likely to age.

OMega 3: Moisturises and improves circulation and also has anti-inflammatory actions, that all help to keep skin healthy.

vitaMin C: essential for collagen formation and healthy skin, hair and nails.

seleniuM: This powerful antioxidant can reduce the number of skin cells that die following exposure to ultraviolet light by up to 90%.

lyCOpene: This tomato carotenoid also protects your skin from the ageing effects of UV light.

MsM: an organic form of sulphur needed for healthy collagen formation. It helps to keep skin youthful by reducing abnormal cross linkages that contribute to wrinkles. also helps to maintain healthy hair and nails.

Red vine leaF: Contains antioxidants that strengthen small blood vessels (circulation) in the skin so fluid can’t leak into the tissues so easily. helps to reduce swelling and heaviness associated with varicose veins.

evening pRiMROse Oil: Provides GLa (gammalinolenic acid), an essential fatty acid that moisturises skin, reducing dryness and itching. also strengthens nails and improves hair glossiness – you will start to notice an improvement within three months. n

• buy products that are as fresh as possible and use within a day – don’t store for too long or their nutrient content decreases. • Organic fruit and vegetables tend to provide more concentrated nutrients. • eat at least two servings of fresh fruit per day . • eat at least three servings of raw or lightly steamed vegetables per day (not counting potatoes). • eat a large salad per day, including as wide a variety of raw plants as possible, e.g. fennel, chicory, mixed baby lettuce leaves, watercress, spinach, grated carrot, peas, tomato, cucumber, sweetcorn, grated beetroot, grated broccoli, nuts, seeds etc. • aim for colour on your plate – mix dark green, orange, yellow and red vegetables as much as possible. • eat vegetables or fruits raw or only lightly steamed (where appropriate) to maximise their antioxidant content. • Use the water from steaming vegetables for making soups and gravies. • Try making liquidised soups from raw vegetables and just warming through before serving (e.g. gazpacho).

Hair, nails and skin are often the first parts of your body to show signs of nutritional deficiency. The rate at which new skin and hair cells are produced is second only to the speed at which you make new blood cells in your bone marrow. Skin and hair follicles therefore need a constant supply of nutrients for optimum health.

As well as nutrients, delicate dividing cells need protection in the form of antioxidants

- the closest thing we currently have to an elixir of life that slows the ageing process. Antioxidants help to neutralise the free radical damage that triggers age spots, loss of skin elasticity, wrinkles and thinning hair. Researchers have found that they can reduce skin roughness and improve skin tone, clarity and radiance while reducing fine wrinkles and overall aged appearance.

avOCadO: which supplies antioxidant vitamins C, e and carotenoids, as well as moisturising mono-unsaturated fat which promotes plump, youthful skin.

BeetROOt: as it contains antioxidants that increase the ability of skin cells to absorb revitalising oxygen. also a good source of silicon which strengthens hair and nails.

BeRRies: which are excellent sources of vitamin C and bioflavonoids that improve collagen formation and help keep skin supple.

BRazil nuts: which are the richest dietary source of antioxidant selenium. as well as protecting the skin from sun-ageing and reducing the formation of age spots, selenium is important for hair and nails.

CaRROts: the carotenoids of which are concentrated in the skin for an antioxidant boost. excess turns skin orange but this fades and is considered harmless. Carrots are also a good source of silicon which strengthens skin, hair and nails.

Fish: are an excellent source of omega 3 fatty acids which reduce skin dryness, improve elasticity, strengthen nails and add a glossy sheen to hair.

gaRliC and OniOns: provide sulphur compounds that reduce free radicals and are secreted onto the skin via sweat glands. (Chew parsley to mask the less-than-beautiful odour, or take enteric-coated supplements)

gRapes: contain at least 20 different antioxidants that strengthen skin capillaries and help to reduce skin sagging. Select red and black grapes for the greatest protection.

MaCadaMia nuts: which are a richer source of moisturising mono-unsaturated fats than olive oil and a good source of vitamin e and protein.

sOy Beans: as their isoflavones provide a mild oestrogen boost for menopausal skin, maintaining suppleness to combat dryness and wrinkles. available as beans, tofu, miso, tempeh, soy milk and supplements.

tea: especially green and white teas – are so full of anti-ageing flavonoid antioxidants that extracts are now being added to cosmetics to improve skin youthfulness.

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The world inside you

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Are you ageing faster than you should?

If you answer ‘yes’ to two or more of the questions

listed, you should consider increasing your intake

of antioxidant nutrients:

• Do you regularly (3 days a week) eat less than

5 portions of fruit and vegetables each day?

• Do you sometimes consume more than 3 units

(women)/4 units (men) of alcohol per day?

• Are you regularly exposed to sunlight?

• Do you have a family history of cancer?

• Do you usually eat white bread, pasta or

rice instead of brown/wholegrain?

• Do you, or have you ever smoked?

• Do you regularly fry food or eat barbecued

food at all?

• Have you ever been exposed to pesticides (living

near or working with sprayed crops / plants)?

Whatever the weather decides to do this year, summer wouldn’t be summer without a few good barbecues with family and friends. There are some simple rules that will help make your barbecue a success, without any of the hazards that all too often afflict such events:

HEALTH AGENDAHot health topics and how they aff ect YOU

• Keep all fresh meat, salads and dressings in the fridge until use.

• Wash all raw fruits, vegetables and salads thoroughly.

• Defrost all frozen meats fully before cooking.

• Marinade meats before cooking as ingredients used in marinades are rich in antioxidants.

• Remove badly burnt bits before eating.

• Make sure you cook the meat for long enough – if it’s very pink inside it’s probably undercooked.

• Keep raw and cooked foods separate, using different utensils and plates.

• Serve barbecue meats with a yoghurt dip – yoghurt bacteria help protect the digestive tract.

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COOLING DOWNCloudy days A new senior population study has found that a lack of vitamin D in the elderly could be linked to cognitive impairment. The vitamin is generally only received through exposure to sunlight meaning that optimal levels are often lacking, especially in those with reduced mobility.

Goji berries Did anyone else notice their bitter after taste? Packed full of antioxidants yes, but sprinkled on our bowl of cereal, no thanks!

Detox Diet The idea that we may periodically need to ‘detox’ if we’ve been overindulging may sound appealing at times. But think again, because in fact detoxing is totally unnecessary for most healthy people. The theory goes that when you are detoxing you are giving your liver some ‘time off’ to help clear any build up of toxins. But a healthy liver shouldn’t have any trouble processing the toxins we come into contact with on a daily basis. If you do think your liver needs a bit of a helping hand, a high-quality milk thistle supplement is a more pleasant and sensible choice than the latest detox fad!

HEATING UPOmega 3 Higher intakes of omega 3 fatty acids may reduce the number of occasions that women suffer depressive symptoms by 30 per cent, says a new study.

Co-enzyme Q10 Statin users could be depleting their vital levels of Co-enzyme Q10, the body’s spark plug. Studies suggest that 20mg of simvastatin reduced the level of CoQ10 by 42.9% over a period of three months. A simple CoQ10 supplement is the answer - restoring initial levels of CoQ10 for optimum health.

Sprouting seeds Did you know that sprouting your own seeds such as alfalfa sprouts are rich with vitamins, minerals, proteins, and enzymes?

Are you ageing faster

have a family history of cancer?

usually eat white bread, pasta or

Healthy BBQs – yes they do exist!

And finally…. Enjoy!

Health choicesTips to help you make

the right ones

No wayUnfortunately alcoholic drinks do not count towards our consumption of fluids! Drinking alcohol in moderation is fine but remember that it is a diuretic, which means it actually encourages the body to lose fluids, so too much alcohol actually leads to dehydration.

Maybe Bottled water is a healthy option, but don’t fall for the idea that it’s healthier than tap water just because of the lovely pictures of snowy mountains and streams. Tap water is perfectly good and drinking it helps reduce our consumption of plastic bottles

Defi nitelyDrink plenty of liquid every day: water

is great but you can get fluids from

other drinks such as tea, coffee and

fruit juices. Just remember that some

drinks also contain significant

quantities of sugar.

Did you know that the way in which

you store your supplements is as

important as remembering to take

them? Vitamins and minerals can be

destroyed by direct light and heat

and may degrade the quality of their

nutrient provision by up to 50%.

Storage and display facilities within

retail stores can impact substantially

on your ‘value for money’, displaying

products on shelving under bright

lights or within windows exposed to

direct sunlight puts more emphasis

on the shop’s ‘look’ and less emphasis

on the integrity of the product.

Reputable mail order companies can

avoid these sorts of hazards as

supplements spend no time on the

‘shop floor’. You can do your bit by

storing products correctly at home.

Keep in a cool (no more than room

temperature) and dark place such as

a cupboard (not near the oven) or in

the fridge. Look after them well and

they’ll look after you.

Best before ends?

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FACT FILE FACT FILE FACT FILE Few people are blessed with a good mood all the time. For most of us, mood goes up and down depending on daily circumstances.

You don’t need to

tackle low mood alone

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lifting a low mood:Always seek medical advice if you feel low. Once

your doctor has assessed you, he or she can advise on

whether antidepressant drugs or referral for a psychiatric

assessment or counselling are needed. If medical

treatment is not immediately necessary, your doctor

may be willing for you to try a natural approach that

can help to benefit mood.

✔ Talk about it – sharing your thoughts and feelings

helps you work things out

✔ Seek advice to help cope with financial or other

problems you find difficult to solve on your own

✔ Simplify your life as much as possible

✔ Exercise regularly for at least 30 to 60 minutes,

most days, to keep fit

✔ Set aside regular time for rest and relaxation

during the day

✔ Cultivate your hobbies and your friends.

Sometimes low mood is not linked with events in our life, but is due to a

chemical imbalance in the brain. If this remains untreated, it can lead to a

depressive illness. Yet even though low mood is one of the most common

reasons why people consult their doctor, half of all people with depression

are thought to remain undiagnosed as they feel they have to cope on their

own, without seeking help. This is definitely NOT the case.

Low mood

did you know?Depression affects as many as one

in eight men and one in five women

at some time during their life

tackle low mood alone

crying and feeling sad

for no obvious reason.

difficulty sleeping

tiredness or exhaustion

nervousness, anxiety and agitation

headache, difficulty in concentrating

loss of self-esteem and lack of confidence

low sex drive

loss of interest in everyday life

Symptoms:A variety of psychological and physical symptoms

are associated with low mood, including:

You don’t need to

tackle low mood alone

Depression affects as many as one

in eight men and one in five women

at some time during their life

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, anxiety and agitation

, difficulty in concentrating

and lack of confidence

A variety of psychological and physical symptoms

are associated with low mood, including:

Supplements that may help:

Several studies suggest that eating more fish,

or taking omega 3 fish oils, may have a beneficial

effect on low mood.

5-HTP provides building blocks for making several

brain neurotransmitters, including serotonin.(NB: Do

not combine with antidepressant medication).

Standardised preparations of St John’s Wort

contain a number of unique substances that may

improve anxiety and lift a low mood in those with mild

to moderate depression. (NB: Check with a pharmacist

for interactions if taking any prescribed drugs or

herbal supplements).

NB: Always seek medical advice if a low mood persists

or you think you may have depression. HS

heart muscle is not getting enough oxygen and other nutrients. If the blood supply to the heart is completely blocked off, a heart attack occurs.

There’s nothing that can be done about the passage of time but there is plenty that can be done to make life easier for your heart, so that it’s not put under additional strain that in turn may cause it to wear out prematurely.

The key to keeping your heart in great shape is to look after it and to make it as easy as possible for it to do its job. This means preventing furring up of the arteries as best you can. There are a number of lifestyle factors that will increase the ageing of your heart and damage the arteries and threaten to stop it in its tracks. Eliminating these offers the best chance of a healthy heart.

Smoking is the number one avoidable risk factor for heart disease. It deprives the heart of oxygen while nicotine causes it to beat faster and raises blood pressure, thus forcing the heart to work harder. Not smoking is essential if you are to give your heart the best chance of longevity.

Cholesterol is another major contributor to heart disease as it too causes clots to form within the arteries. It is ‘bad’ cholesterol (low-density lipoprotein or LDL cholesterol) that’s the problem. We do need some cholesterol in our bodies for the production of some hormones, for the manufacture of cell membranes and to assist digestion. However, if there’s more cholesterol than is needed, excess is deposited on the walls of the arteries, causing clots.

It is estimated that having a cholesterol level higher than that recommended is a

contributory factor in 46% of deaths from coronary heart disease. For most people their total cholesterol level

should be below 5mmol/l. However, for those at high risk of circulatory problems, or who already have these, it should be less than four.

What we eat plays a vital role in helping to keep the heart healthy and in whether cholesterol and weight levels are healthy or not. It’s important to eat at

least five portions of fruit and vegetables a day to ensure an adequate nutrient intake. Supplementing the diet with a multivitamin can help as nutrient

insurance. High saturated fat diets increase the risk of high cholesterol, clots and narrowed arteries, as well as obesity. Reducing total fat consumption is important, in particular saturated fats found in foods of animal origin, as these increase bad cholesterol levels. Soluble fibre and garlic can help lower cholesterol levels. For those not keen on eating large amounts of garlic on

a regular basis, taking a supplement each day is a good alternative. Cranberry helps lessen the risk of bad cholesterol forming clots and helps raise levels of good cholesterol. So a daily glass of cranberry juice or a supplement is another important dietary measure. Omega 3 fatty acids from fish oil protect the heart and circulation by helping to lower blood pressure and reducing the risk of hardened arteries and dying prematurely

from a heart attack. Eating up to three portions of fish each week is recommended, at least one of these should be oily fish. Pure omega 3 fish oils are also available in supplement form.

Plant sterols can help to lower cholesterol levels. Another supplement worthy of consideration is co-enzyme Q10. This antioxidant can assist in

reducing the risk of arteries becoming hardened and furred-up. For those men over the age of forty and women who have gone through the menopause, up to two units of alcohol a day is believed to help protect the heart and circulation.

The heart is a muscle so needs to be kept fit. Exercise strengthens it and also helps you maintain a healthy weight. This means less strain on the heart, less risk of high blood pressure forcing the heart to

work harder and less risk of diabetes. In addition, exercise helps lower cholesterol and helps

keep stress under control too.

A few simple and positive steps are all that are needed to provide

your heart and circulation with the best chance of remaining healthy. Keep yourself young at heart and your heart should remain young too. HS

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saturated fat diets increase the risk of high cholesterol, clots and narrowed arteries, as well as obesity. Reducing total fat consumption is

forcing the heart to work harder and less risk of diabetes. In addition, exercise helps lower cholesterol and helps

keep stress under control too.

A few simple and positive steps are all that are needed to provide

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