Which Menopause Supplement Should I Take?

The menopause is marked by the ending of menstruation and occurs at an average age of 50, but the usual range is from 47-52. The menopausecan be a challenging time for amny women as they may experience pysiological changes and have to make decisions regarding the range of different treatment options available. Due to the reported negative side effects many women decide not to use HRT.

It is important to remember that a healthy diet during the menopause can maintain well-being together with heart and bone health. A diet in low saturated fat and high in fruits, vegetables and grains is recommended as well as an adequate amount of calcium.

Menopace by Vitabiotics is the UK’s number one selling supplement for the menopause. Menopace includes B Vitamins, chronium and selenium as well as vitamin B6, zinc and magnesium, which are used by the body in the production of G.L.A (gamma linolenic acid). GLA is a precursor of the body’s own hormone like substances which help regulate changes in hormone balance.

Menopace also contains vitamin D3, which helps maintain calcium levels in the body. Bone health is particularly important for women during the menopause, since bone loss accelerates from 0.1% to 3% per annum during this time.

Vitamin E, which may be of benefit together with mixed B vitamins, which are involved in the maintenance of the nervouse system and may help contribute to a nrmal sense of well-being are also included. Menopace does not contain any hormones.

Menopace Plus combines the original Menopace tablet with a unique active botanical tablet in a handy dual pack to provide even greater support.

Each active botanical tablet provides a special blend of natural plant extracts all recognised for their importance during and after the menopause, including soy isoflavones, sage, green tea and flaxseed lignans.

Menopace and Menopace Plus can be used as a food supplement alongside medications such as HRT. They also double up as a complete multivitamin, so there is no need to worry about taking any other multivitamin supplements.

While Sudocrem is claimed to be the UK’s number one selling nappy rash cream, its makers emphasise its versatility, and as a useful first aid item. Sudocrem‘s mild antiseptic properties are said to help soothe the soreness of sunburn, for example, while having an emolient effect. Sudocrem can also be used on cuts and grazes to help protect from irritants and infections – it contains a mild local anaesthetic to soothe pain and may assist healing of the skin. It can be used on minor burns, chilblains and eczema, making it a must-have for any first aid kit or medicine cabinet.

Most people nowadays have heard of Viagra, or Cialis. These are both well known drugs for treating erectile dysfunction. Now there are growing numbers of herbal alternatives, such as Viapro, that have hit the market and many people have found to be effective.

Viapro Capsules contain a blend of natural herbs that increase sexual performance through being a highly effective supplement. Ingredients in Viapro have a revitalizing effect on the whole body helping you to enjoy your life in full.

Viapro has been clinically proven to be effective from 30 minutes after taking the capsule and the effects can last up to 24 hours.

One of the best things about Viapro is that is not medicated, so there is no need for a prescrition which you would normally need when taking Viagra. We would suggest that you should contact your GP before taking Viapro if you are currently taking any medications (even though it is not known to interact with any!), have high blood pressure or are diabetic.

Viapro is cheap and and clinical trials have shown it to be highly effective. Our Viapro Prices are 2 Capsules for £4.99 or 10 Capsules for £22.99.

People can suffer from itchy and irritated skin at different times of the year, but Eurax offers relief all year round to allow people to get on with their every day lives.

Itchy and irritated skin is common during the summer months as a result of an increase in the incidence of heat rash, sunburn and insect bites and stings. As Autumn moves into winter, dry skin conditions, such as eczema and dermatitis, can get worse due to the cold, harsh weather conditions. Central heating can also make dry skin conditions worse.

Eurax is recommended to treat:

• Allergic Rashes
• Insect Bites and Stings
• Nettle Rash
• Sunburn
• Heat Rash
• Hives
• Chickenpox
• Eczema
• Dermatitis
• Personal Itching

Eurax is suitable for use by adults and children from three years and it is available as Eurax cream and Eurax lotion. Eurax relives itching and skin irritation, helps to soothe and moisturise skin and provides relief for upto 10 hours.

At any one time, nappy rash affects one in three babies and those aged 9 to 12 months are the most frequently affected. Every day, mums will be going to pharmacies looking for advice about nappy rash.

Lots of mums report cases of nappy rash linked to teething. Large amounts of saliva are produced and swallowed during teething which may cause runny faeces and lead to nappy rash.

The other times when a baby is likely to be susceptible to nappy rash are:

• First sleep through the night
• After Antibiotics
• Diarrhoea
• Starting on solid foods
• Common cold
• Changing from breast to bottle

Most cases of nappy rash are mild and can be treated using creams, such as Metanium, and the following skin care advice:

• Leave nappies off for as long as practically possible
• Clean and change the child as soon as possible after soiling the nappy
• Dry gently after cleaning avoiding vigourous rubbing.

Metanium is specially formulated to both soothe and effectively treat nappy rash. Metanium contains titanium salts which get to work straigh away to actively treat nappy rash. It acts as a non-occlusive barrier film on the skin, allowing it to ‘breathe’ whilst protecting it from further irritation. Metanium is lanolin free.

Bepanthen Nappy Care Ointment is used in a similar way and has similar affects on treating nappy rash.

A tablet of aspirin daily could help prevent bowel cancer, a study suggests.

An Oxford University study has shown aspirin taken daily to cut the number of cases of bowel cancer by a quarter and the number of deaths by a third in a review of 14000 patients.

Aspirin is already used frequently as a preventitive for strokes and heart problems. However a large number of middle aged people do not take them because of the risk of side-effects.

But researchers said their findings – published in the Lancet – tipped the scales in favor of taking them. They followed four study groups over a period of 20 years to determine the impact of small regular doses of aspirin. The aspirin tablets given for medical reasons are often only a quarter of the dosage of the ones that are used to treat headaches. (75mg Aspirin Tablets)

They found it reduced the risk of the incidence of bowel cancer by 24% and of dying from the disease by 35%.

And even if the regular use of aspirin can have side effects, researchers said it is still worthwhile and that low doses of Aspirin tend to cause relatively minor side effects, such as bruises or nosebleeds.

One in 20 individuals in this country develop colon (bowel) cancer in their lives, making it the third most common cancer. Approximately 16,000 people die each year as a result of it.

The results expand on previous research in this area and comes after the government announced earlier this month that it is going to launching a new screening program for bowel cancer for 55 year olds.

Lead researcher Professor Peter Rothwell said the selection would be the perfect opportunity for physicians to talk with their patients about the possibility of taking aspirin.

“To date, for healthy middle-aged people it has been a fine balance as to whether to take aspirins, but this tips it in my view.

“There is a small benefit for vascular disease and now we know a big benefit for this cancer. In the future, I am sure it will be shown that aspirin helps prevent other cancers too.”

He said those at high risk of bowel cancer, including the obese and those with a family history of disease, should give aspirin treatment serious consideration.

Mark Flannagan, chief executive of Beating Bowel Cancer, said they were “very positive” findings and giving aspirin alongside the new screening programme should be looked at.

Anyone considering starting a course of medication should first consult their GP.

The Aspod is a device designed to carry aspirin on your keyring at all times in case of a heart attack. This is because chewing an aspirin has been proven to reduce deaths from heart attack by 20-25% and the earlier it is taken during a heart attack, the greater the benefit. If sudden severe chest pain is experienced a single 300mg tablet of soluble aspirin should immediately be chewed and swallowed, together with a drink of water if readily available.

Aspirin has also been shown to be beneficial if taken for a sudden worsening of anginal pain (unstable angina). A patient who has unstable angina and whose chest pain suddenly becomes worse, or who experiences anginal pain when resting, should also chew and swallow a single 300mg soluble aspirin without delay.

The key active ingredient in turmeric is curcumin, which is found in the root of the plant, and it is this part which is responsible for its bright yellow colour.

Studies have shown how the curcumin in turmeric can inhhibit the compounds involved in the inflammatory response. Consequently, practitioners often combine turmeric with glucosamine sulphate to combat joint problems such as stiffness. Also turmeric is increasingly being added to formations for back problems. However, almost all of these formulas provide only token levels of the spice.

Positive results have also been shown by researchers in a recent trial using as little as 2 to 3 grams of turmeric extract daily to help prevent the frequent/looser motions and flatulence-type symptoms of irritable bowel. Ina relatively short time, long standing sufferers saw some positive effects on the problems that had plagued some of the volunteers for more than 10 years.

Lamberts Turmeric extract is a high potency root extract standardised to provided 95% curcumins, which is the level generally used in studies. Each tablet contains 500mg turmeric root extract, which is equivalent to 10,000mg of Turmeric spice. This is approximately two teaspoons worth of spice, which makes Lamberts Turmeric one of the strongest turmeric products in the UK.

Our bodies are being continually exposed to ‘free radical’ damage as a result of the environment in which we live. Air Pollution and cigarette smoking are the major factors that generate ‘free radicals’, but one of the the most important is the effect that sunshine has on our skin. The body has its own natural defence mechanism to fight these ‘free radicals’, substances called antioxidants which neutralise ‘free radicals’ thus helping to protect our cells from damage.

Beta Carotene is one of the best known antioxidants which helps to protect the skin against the damaging effects of ‘free radicals’ created by the action of ultra-violet rays on the skin.

Lambert Natural Beta Carotene with mixed carotenoids supplies a nuique combination of important carotenoids that are found in may fruits and vegetables. Each capsule provides 14.2mg beta carotene, alpha carotene 525µg, lutein 75µg, zeaxanthin 75µg and cryptoxanthin 150µg.

Lamberts Probioguard contains four carefully selected strains of friendly bacteria, Lactobacillus acidophilus, Bifdobacterium, Streptococcuc thermophilus and Lactobacillus delbrueckii ssp bulgaricus, which have bee widely used in clinical studies. The species of bacteria are specially selected for use when travelling, as local cuisine can expose the gut to new challenges where different bacteria strains may be present and this can unsettle digestion.

Lamberts Probioguard can be used for people who have used a course of antibiotics or those with regular bloating problems or on-going digestive disturbances.

Lamberts Probioguard is stored in refrigerated conditions until it is despatched to ensure maximum potency. The special pot used for Probioguard contains a desiccant layer which is built into the tube wall and will remove every trace of moisture from the capsules. This is essential as the viablity of probiotics is largely determined by the moisture content of the atmosphere surrounding the capsules. The same revolutionary packaging is also used in the Lamberts acidophilus products because it removes the need for a seperate desiccant in each pot and means no matter how many time that the pot is opened, the desiccant is always there to protect the freindly bacteria.

Pregnacare Conception nutritional tablets are specifically designed to meet the nutritional needs of women trying to conceive. When you try to have a child, preparing your body and ensuring a healthy diet and lifestyle are essential to maximize your chances of conception.

Vitabiotics Pregnacare Conception formula was developed on the basis of global research showing that certain nutrients can play an important role in helping build the stores of nutrition ready to support pregnancy and good reproductive health.

The Vitabiotics Pregnacare Conception formula includes:

Folic acid – Pregnacare’s design provides 400mcg of folic acid, the exact amount that the Department of Health recommend for all women trying to conceive. Folic acid aids the healthy development of fetal neural tube defects. It may also play a role in the conception and is necessary in the first days and weeks of pregnancy, before a woman even knows she is pregnant.

Antioxidant minerals and natural vitamin E – Important co-factors in antioxidant enzymes, to help protect genetic material from free radical damage.

Inositol – May help support ovarian function and influence fertility.  It is involved in the cell signalling pathway which influences fertilisation and cell growth.

L-arginine – A well known ingredient involved in nitric oxide (NO) metabolism, L-arginine can influence follicular release as well as healthy follicular blood flow and implantation.

N-acetyl cysteine – Involved in glutathione production (an important antioxidant in the body).  It is also important for healthy cervical secretions.

Vitamin B12 & B6 – Part of the B complex group of vitamins, it has been found that B12 supplementation can maintain healthy ovarian function and reproductive health.  Vitamin B6 is also recommended before conception.

Vitabiotics Pregnacare Conception can be used as a couple start trying for a baby. Vitabiotics Pregnacare Conception is available from Pharmacy First for £7.99.