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Benefits of taking Vitamin C and Zinc Together  Vitamin C and zinc are two supplements that many people take to improve immune health and prevent illness. In a chewable form, they compliment each other in the mouth and throat shortening the duration of throat infections. Zinc has broad-spectrum antimicrobial properties effective against the growth of fungi as well as bacteria and zinc status is a critical factor that can influence antiviral immunity Vitamin C is a water-soluble vitamin found in foods like fruits and vegetables. It plays an important role in supporting your immune system, building collagen, helping your body...

Do you find yourself feeling down at the same time each year? Discover the symptoms and causes of Seasonal Affective Disorder (S.A.D), also known as seasonal depression. Where has all the sunshine gone? With leaves falling to the ground, nature reveals a warm colour palette of shades of yellow, pumpkin orange, mustard, and deep purple. These colours connect us to the changing season and evoke a sense of harmony with the natural world. However, they can also bring a bittersweet sense of nostalgia. The shift in seasons may feel magical, but it can also trigger mood changes for some. Life in...

As the cold months roll in, children face an increased risk of catching colds, flu, and other seasonal infections. Poor summer weather has left many children with weaker immune systems. Experts recommend that parents take proactive steps to keep their kids healthy, starting with ensuring they get adequate Vitamin D. Most Kids Fall Short of Vitamin D Vitamin D, often referred to as the “sunshine vitamin,” plays a crucial role in maintaining healthy immune function, yet many children are deficient, especially during the autumn and winter months. When children don’t get enough sunlight, their bodies struggle to produce sufficient levels of Vitamin...

Are you feeling more tired than usual, weak, struggling with concentration, losing your appetite, or experiencing numbness and tingling in your hands and feet? These could be symptoms of anaemia.   What Should  You Know About Anaemia Did you know that anaemia affects nearly two billion people worldwide? This staggering number highlights how widespread anaemia is. It's the third-leading cause of disability globally, but the good news is that it’s treatable. Anaemia occurs when your body doesn't have enough red blood cells or when the haemoglobin levels in those cells are too low. This means your blood can't carry enough...