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Β-Hydroxy-β-Methylbutyrate (HMB) as a muscle regenerator in medical nutrition

21 / 04 / 2021

HMB Oral Nutritional Supplements (ONS) has demonstrated the help to complete this whole muscle fiber formation, strength and energy boost process needed especially during hospital rehabilitation and recovery. It is faster and better with HMB to rebuild the muscle activity and reduce fatigue.

Quercetin as an active ingredient to fight against and prevent COVID-19

13 / 04 / 2021

Quercetin is a strong water-soluble bioflavonoid naturally found in vegetables and fruits. Our product, extracted from Sophora japonica flowering bud, has a powerful antioxidant and anti-inflammatory activity, and therefore it can protect the lung cells inflammation and oxidative stress against COVID-19. With clinical proven demonstrations on-road, quercetin seems to inhibit COVID-19 proteins that play a key role in the interaction with the host cell, like different enzymes and proteases that need the virus to replicate and cause the disease. So, it is a natural compound against the virus.

Hair gummies: nailed it!

19 / 10 / 2020

The main function of mammal hair is to protect and insulate, preventing body heat loss. Camouflage from predators or sexual attraction are also important hair functions in other mammals. In humans, hair has also been used in the past to denote specific cultures, religion, or even used as an indicator to denote social status. Hair has also been associated to strength and virility in men or beauty and youthfulness in women.

Apple Cider Vinegar (ACV) gummies:

Two a day, keeps the doctor away

23 / 07 / 2020

ACV is produced from fermented juice obtained from crushed apples. Vinegar, and more particularly ACV has been used since ancient civilizations as a preservative, a condiment/ dressing for cooking, or even as a remedy to treat wounds, digestive problems and to boost stamina. It is thought that acetic acid, probiotics and antioxidants present in ACV are the responsible for promoting health benefits.

Fungi: Benefits from

a complex kingdom

08 / 06 / 2020

Mushrooms have long been consumed as an exquisite ingredient in gourmet recipes. However, they have gained increasing popularity as medicinal, due to their therapeutic effects in the treatment of many diseases as well as its ability to increase immunity.

Probiotics & COVID-19:

beyond gut health.

07 / 05 / 2020

Probiotics have long been known to improve gastrointestinal health and modulate the immune system. These compete for nutrients and receptors against pathogenic microorganisms and exert antimicrobial activity, activate the immune response and lower the pro-inflammatory response. A balanced gut microbiome is critical as made evident by diseases such as diabetes, cancer, cardiovascular or neurological disorders.

Melatonin: The key to an increasing prevalence of mental health disorders?

28 / 04 / 2020

Mental disorders have been estimated by the World Health Organization to affect 1 in 4 people. Common disorders such as depression or anxiety affect over 260million people and are a leading cause of disability. Lifestyle and diet together with the current COVID-19 outbreak have caused fear and stress levels to significantly increase ever since, further affecting mood, behaviour, reducing sleep quality and ultimately deteriorating mental health.

COVID-19 & Melatonin:

21 / 04 / 2020

The outbreak of Covid-19 has certainly contributed to increase stress and anxiety levels in the population. Recommendations such as isolation or social distancing increase fear, worry and depression which further contribute to sleep disorders and deterioration of mental health.

21 / 04 / 2020

COVID-19 & NSAIDs controversy:

PROCURMAX, a solution.

Commonly used NSAIDs to relief pain and inflammation have been a major concern lately due to the rumours suggesting that it could worsen symptoms of Covid-19. Despite the lack of evidence, in the past NSAIDs have been reported to reduce antibody production and weaken the immune system. Given the current situation, dietary supplements are a solid thriving alternative.

The anti-inflammatory and cognitive role

of N-Palmitoylethanolamide (PEA)

29 / 04 / 2021

PEA is a non-endocannabinoid lipid mediator that has been incredibly well studied and used in humans for its analgesic-pain management and anti-neuroinflammatory properties. It has been demonstrated to have a high safety and tolerability profile, especially in its micronized form. PEA biological effects are driven by multiple mechanisms of action, mainly interacting with the Central Nervous System (CNS).