Folic acid helps reduce the risk of birth defects such as spina bifida.
The most important time to take it is from a few months before you conceive until the end of your first trimester (12 weeks).
During this period, it’s important that you are eating a healthy balanced diet as well as taking a folic acid supplement. You can also include folate-rich foods in your diet such as green vegetables like broccoli, cabbage, beans, and peas; and fruits such as oranges.
Pregnacare is a scientifically developed formulation of 19 important vitamins and minerals, that contain vitamin B12, and also includes folic acid at exactly the level recommended for the development of the unborn baby. Other essential vitamins and minerals shown to help maintain a healthy pregnancy are also included. Pregnacare has been carefully developed by experts […]
Women are increasingly looking to maintain health naturally during the menopause. Menopace is an effective formulation of 21 nutrients, which can be taken alongside or independently of HRT. In independent consumer tests up to 85% of women found it helpful in maintaining all round good health. The secretion of ovarian hormones oestrogen and progesterone declines […]
For generations Haliborange tablets have been a delicious way of adding to the body’s supply of Vitamin C effectively and easily. With as much Vitamin C as 20 freshly pressed oranges and bursting with the natural flavours of orange, Haliborange Effervescent Vitamin C tablets, dissolved in a glass of water are the perfect way to […]
The Cardioace formulation includes a vegetarian alternative to omega-3 fish oil, which is flaxseed oil, another source of EPA (Eicosapentaenoic Acid) and DHA (Docosahexaenoic Acid). Flaxseed oil contains both omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids, which are needed for health. Flaxseed oil contains the essential fatty acid alpha-linolenic acid (ALA), which the body converts into eicosapentaenoic […]
Antioxidants help to protect the body against the highly reactive chemicals called ‘free radicals’ that can damage cells. Free radicals can be formed when we breathe in pollution from the air, such as smoke, gases and tiny particles of poisonous heavy metals, like lead contained in petrol fumes. This particular combination of vitamins is proven […]
Berocca – Packed with Vitamins and Minerals Berocca is a high dose formulation of B and C vitamins plus other essential minerals. These key nutrients work in synergy to help you to perform at your best and get the most out of the day ahead. Berocca is free from artificial stimulants, so offers a healthy […]