Kinetic Magazine issue 4

Issue 4

Enter the Garden Of Life

Protein

Power

Beauty & Health Travel Essentials Introducing the True Science of Collagen

beauty, nutrition, superfoods

Spring Beauty Launches

NEW ANTIPODES LIPSTICKS!

The Magic of

Mushrooms

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4-5 Your Healthiest Hair Yet 12-13 Face Off Whatever your hair type, we have a natural option, infused with vitamin and mineral rich fruits, superfoods and botanicals to help you achieve your best hair ever.

Finding the perfect cleanser for your skin type is the firm foundation of a stellar skincare regime. However your skin (mis)behaves, we have the right cleanser for you.

6-7 Beauty Notes: Travel Beauty Essentials

14-15 Spring Beauty Launches

Wherever you’re heading this summer, our travel beauty selection will ensure you’re never caught short. Here are our top picks for wanderlusters.

A look at the beauty launches coming to Kinetic’s portfolio and your store’s shelves very soon.

16-17 Fact File: Eczema & Psoriasis Special

19 - Introducing… NeoCell A new addition to our portfolio: the world's #1 Collagen supplement formulas for vibrant youth, glowing beauty and unstoppable vitality.

A layman’s explanation into these skin ailments to educate and inform, and in turn help you advise consumers, including 5 Tips to Help Manage We’re always being told to eat a Eczema & Psoriasis. multi-coloured spectrum of plants.

Here we share why the super small blue-green algae has been given the mighty title of a superfood.

20-21 - Eat Your Sea Greens

18 - Top Products for Treating Eczema & Psoriasis 8 - Save Spend Splurge on Suncare + Antioxidants in Skincare

Our selection of antioxidant sunscreen products gives everyone an SPF to choose from, regardless of budget. All are broad spectrum, long-lasting and water resistant.

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Avalon Organics Intense Defense with Vitamin C Antioxidant Oil

10-11 Beauty in the Kitchen

DIY beauty was a huge hit in 2016, and our recipes were so enjoyed that we have decided to make this a regular feature. Here we utilise JASON Coconut Oil and Vitamin E Oil to create a body scrub, whip and melts.

We outline the top products from our portfolio for treating eczema and psoriasis, and the different instances in which you might use them.

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22-23 - 8 Top Tips to Help Restore and Heal your Gut To help your gut feelings go from meh to yeah!, here are our eight top tips to help restore, heal and keep your digestive system in rude health.

24-25 - Health Notes: Travel Health Essentials

If you’re prone to Delhi belly or Montezuma’s revenge, travelling with a family or just want to be prepared for any eventuality, here are our pick of the products to ensure a healthy, happy holiday!

26 - Introducing...

Garden of Life

Garden of Life are fanatical about food. Whether they’re making a vitamin, probiotic or a protein powder, they always start with real foods and these foods provide their formulas the power to be their best.

27 - Supplement Hero Nature’s Answer Turmeric

30-31 Go Cocoa-Nuts

Are we all nuts about Cocoa? We share our hero cocoa products for best health and beauty, take a closer look at the health benefits of cocoa, and share a delicious vegan raw recipe for Hemp & Cocoa Protein Bars.

28-29 - Go Green with Energy

A look at how to boost your energy and vitality levels with our greens portfolio, and a deliciously smooth Matcha Latte recipe.

A closer look at the different varieties of mushrooms available and their health benefits.

39 Introducing… OM 32 what makes a food super? Organic Mushrooms We share our favourite superfoods, and explain what truly makes a superfood.

33 Introducing… Organic Traditions

The latest brand to be added to the Kinetic superfood category: Organic Traditions. Offering a wide range of superfoods, every Organic Traditions product is the highest quality in its class.

34-35 The Super Omegas

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38 The Magic of Mushrooms

A closer look at the role of essential fatty acids in the body, what makes omega3 and 6 so special, and a kale pesto recipe created with Barlean’s Flax Oil

36 Protein Power

We share with you our knowledge on proteins and their part in human growth, development and renewal, plus a delicious protein pancake recipe.

37 Superfood Hero

Amazing Grass Protein Superfood

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Grown in California, Om is a leading producer of pure, fresh, certified 100% organic mushroom powders that may support optimal health.

Your Healthiest Hair Yet Choosing the Best Natural Hair Care for Your Hair Whatever your hair type, we have a natural option to help you achieve your best hair ever. With vitamin and mineral rich fruits, superfoods and botanicals, read on to find out which of our products are best for you!

Frizzy Hair …… Try JASON Smoothing Sea Kelp Hair Care

Even the wildest of manes can be tamed with essential fatty acid-rich sea kelp found in JASON Smoothing Sea Kelp Shampoo and Conditioner. Sea Kelp helps to rehydrate, bringing softness and manageability to out of control locks. Hawaiian ginger root, frangipani and kukui nut oil help keep any frizz or flyaways from misbehaving come wind, rain or central heating!

Greasy, Oily or Dull Hair…… Try Avalon Organics Clarifying Lemon Hair Care

Avalon Organics gentle, safe and effective plant-based shampoos and conditioners are designed to bring luminance to locks without the use of harsh preservatives or hair-stripping cleansers. Avalon Organics Clarifying Lemon Shampoo and Conditioner feature a medley of lemon essential oil, quinoa protein, aloe and vitamin E to gently clarify, brighten and remove excess oils and dulling build up. With use, natural highlights, colour and shine are restored.

Fine or Limp Hair…… Try Giovanni 2Chic

Ultra Volume Collection with Papaya & Tangerine

We’ve heard from so many people that products intended to volumize hair just have a tendency to build up on the strands and this in turn weighs hair down. If you’ve experienced this, we highly recommend the Giovanni 2Chic Papaya & Tangerine Butter Ultra-Volume collection, charged with Giovanni’s own Dual Volumising Complex of Tangerine Butter and Papaya and formulated especially for fine limp hair.

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Dry Hair……. Try JASON Moisturising Aloe

Vera Hair Care

JASON Moisturising Aloe Vera Shampoo and Conditioner duo contain 84% organic aloe vera, to help moisturise hair, along with spirulina to help soften and smooth the hair follicle for added shine and manageability.

Dry Ends Greasy Roots….. Try Giovanni 50/50 Balancing-Clarifying Hair Care

This shampoo and conditioner balance the art of clean hair and scalp with moisture and protection for your ends. Gentle enough for everyday use, these products are ideal for city dwellers who want (or need) to wash their hair daily.

Hydrating botanical extracts smooth frizz, adding moisture and manageability.

Hair is left perfectly pH balanced and clean.

If Your Scalp is the Problem….. Try

Avalon Organics Scalp Normalising Tea Tree Mint Shampoo & Conditioner pH-balanced formulas with a carefully balanced blend of tea tree, mint, eucalyptus and chamomile work in harmony to help relieve the discomfort of a dry scalp, cleanse and restore hydration levels in scalp and hair, energise scalp for healthy circulation and restored comfort. With use, hair is soft, shiny and manageable and scalps are calm, comfortable and balanced.

Beauty Notes:

Wherever you’re heading this summer, our travel beauty selection will ensure you’re never caught short. Here are our top picks for wanderlusters.

Alba Botanica cooling aloe Alba Botanica Herbal Fresh burn relief SP F 35

Broad spectrum.

Easy to apply - spray at any angle.

Hypo-allergenic, gluten-free, biodegradable.

Water resistant (80 minutes).

JASON Sports Sunscreen SP F45

Non-greasy, oil-free, water & sweat resistant formula.

Formulated with Açaí Extract to reduce oxidative stress.

80 minutes water resistant.

Antipodes Saviour Skin Balm Mini

Take with you wherever you go.

Small enough for hand luggage.

Endless uses including in-flight skin hydration, sunburn, insect bites and more.

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Easy to apply - spray at any angle.

Instantly cool sunburned skin.

Aloe and allantoin soothe and calm.

Biodegradable and gluten free.

JASON Soothing 84% Aloe Vera Creme

Highly concentrated aloe vera.

Natural sweet almond oil and nourishing vitamin E. Soothe dry, irritated, sun damaged or newly shaven skin.

JASON Sea Fresh Toothpaste

Features blue-green algae to strengthen teeth and gums.

Freshens breath with spearmint and parsley extracts.

Brightens smiles with natural polishers and botanicals.

Giovanni Direct Leave-In Conditioner Travel Size Antipodes Moisture Boost Minis Small enough for hand luggage.

Counteract skin stress related to travel. Divine facial oil helps with blemishes, lines, sun damage and scars.

Vanilla Pod Hydrating Day Cream offers ultimate hydration to thirsty skin.

Giovanni Golden Wheat Deep Cleanse Shampoo Travel SIze

Ideal for removing excess oils while contributing to a beautiful head of hair.

Cleanses hair and scalp by removing excess oil.

Encourages volume and shine.

Giovanni 2Chic Ultra Moist Body Lotion Travel

Pampers skin with rich Avocado and golden Olive Oil. Lightweight, non-greasy concentrated formula.

Comforts and smoothes dry skin.

Weightless conditioner for all hair types.

Strengthens and moisturises.

Detangles for easy comb-out and styling.

Helps protect hair against the elements.

Giovanni 2Chic Ultra Sleek Body Wash Travel Size

Fine walnut beads gently exfoliate.

Vital moisture is locked into your skin. Battle free radical damage with antioxidants.

Pacifica Roll On Perfume - Mediterranean Fig Full-bodied fragrance blend with Sweet Fig, Palm, Cyclamen, Moss and Clove, in a Sandalwood base.

Sensuous and complex, a wonderfully imaginative take on classic fig.

Save. Spend. Splurge.

Our selection of antioxidant rich sunscreen products gives everyone an SPF to choose from, regardless of budget. All are broad spectrum, long-lasting and water resistant.

Raspberry seed oil-Essential fatty

acids and Vitamins E and A help improve skin elasticity and suppleness.

Green Tea Extract- reduce

oxidative stress when applied topically and reduces UV induced inflammation.

Save: Alba Botanica Hawaiian Sunscreen Revitalizing Green Tea Lotion SPF45 RRP £8.99

Splurge: Antipodes Immortal SPF15 Face & Body Moisturiser RRP £28.99

Spend: JASON Sun Mineral Sunscreen SPF30 RRP £14.99

Vitis Vinifera

- Grape Seed Extract - rich in a powerful antioxidant called oligomeric proanthocyanidins, grape seed extract can protect the body from sun damage.

Vitamin E - as you may know, UV rays create free radicals in our body which damages our skin. Vitamin E is a powerful antioxidant which absorbs free radicals.

Cucumber Extract - can suppress melanogenesis, the discolouration of skin and can help protect against carcinogens that cause tumours.

Extract - a powerful Antioxidants in Skincare Calendula anti-inflammatory ingredient, with calming and As we get older, we all learn the importance of a stellar skincare regimen to protect our skin from free radical damage.

UV rays, pollution, toxins can all cause free radicals on and in our skin, which can prematurely age our skin. Telltale signs of ageing include fine lines, wrinkles, hyperpigmentation, sagging and dullness.

When you choose to use natural and organic skincare, you will naturally find formulas possess potent antioxidants, vitamins and minerals to help protect, repair and nurture your skin. Here we share some of the best sources of antioxidants used in skincare.

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regenerative benefits for the skin.

Chamomile Extract

- another powerful anti-inflammatory plant extract with remarkable healing benefits.

Jojoba Seed Oil -close in structure

to the skin’s sebum, helps replenish moisture in the skin.

Olive Extract - contains essential fatty

acids dry skin needs and antioxidant phenolic compounds. Can protect against UVB damage.

Reishi mushroom - rich in

polysaccharides which send signals in the skin responsible for skin hydration and moisture retention, and are also imperative for skin repair and renewal.

Intense Defense Antioxidant Oil with Vitamin C

Features a blend of apricot, raspberry and argan oil, rich in vitamins and essential fatty acids.

Absorbs quickly, reinforces skin’s natural lipid barrier, locks in moisture and protects skin against environmental stressors.

Beauty in the Kitchen Body Beautiful Scrub Using a half and half mix of sea salt and brown sugar means you get the best of both worlds. Sea salt is naturally detoxifying and offers a more abrasive scrub. Sugar is gentler, and its glycolic acid content helps to protect skin against harmful toxins. You can mix them as you so wish, but sensitive skin will prefer a 100% sugar scrub.

Ingredients 150g Sea Salt 100g Brown Sugar 100g JASON Coconut Oil 10 drops of Essential Oils of choice Jar Method This product couldn’t be easier: Place coconut oil in a bowl and add sea salt and sugar. Stir well to ensure an even spread of the ingredients.

When you have an even consistency, add the essential oils and stir well.

Test your product to make sure there is enough fragrance in the product, before decanting into the jar. The product should keep for two weeks.

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DIY beauty was a huge hit in 2016, and our recipes were so enjoyed that we have decided to make this a regular feature. Here we utilise JASON Coconut Oil and Vitamin E Oil to create a body scrub, whip and melts.

Deliciously Decadent Body Whip This recipe is so easy and has such a luxurious feel. Your friends won’t believe you made it with your own fair hands!

Ingredients 200g JASON Coconut Oil (this must be solid not melted - the oil will only whip up if solid!)

1 teaspoon JASON Vitamin E Oil A few drops of essential oils of your choice (we used 5 each of sweet orange and chocolate).

Method Put all ingredients in a mixing bowl and mix no high speed for 6-7 minutes until whipped into a light, airy consistency. Spoon into your glass jar and seal. Store at room temperature, or if your house is so warm the oil melts keep in the fridge.

De-Stress Body Melts Find the right ice cube/chocolate moulds for this project and your friends will be impressed with your DIY beauty skills. A good rule of thumb for this recipe if you want to experiment is 2 parts butters and waxes to one part oil in order to achieve the best consistency ever.

Ingredients 200g JASON Coconut Oil 200g Shea, Cocoa or Mango Butter 220g Beeswax 1 teaspoon JASON Vitamin E Oil Essential Oils of Choice (we recommend lavender and clary sage!) You can use up to 5% essential oil by weight, no more as excessive amounts could cause irritation to the skin or create an oily end product.

Method Using the bain marie method, melt the beeswax then add the Shea butter and melt. Remove from heat and stir in the coconut oil. Add the Vitamin E Oil and essential oils of choice, and then stir. Pour the mixture into suitable soap or ice cube moulds. Allow to set thoroughly before removing.

Pacifica Coconut Micellar Cleansing Tonic

Grace Gentle Cream Cleanser

JASON Apricot Scrubble

Antipodes Grapeseed Butter Cleanser

Powerful yet gentle, this innovative tonic water helps capture and lift away dirt, oil, impurities and makeup without harsh rubbing or even rinsing. Leaves skin feeling clean, hydrated and refreshed without over-drying. Coconut water is full of skin-loving beneficials, and is great for toning and hydrating.

Soft, creamy and dermatologically approved for sensitive skin. Featuring powerful anti-inflammatory Vinanza Oxifend extracted from pinot noir grapes in Marlborough vineyards.

There’s also avocado oil and marigold flower to cleanse, freshen and soften skin.

A naturally gentle exfoliation to polish away impurities, oil and makeup for clean, comfortable skin.

Formulated with brightening apricot oil and triple refined walnut powder to gently wash away dead skin cells, revealing a smooth, glowing complexion. Mild enough to use everyday.

Designed to also soften and moisturise as it cleanses. With a base of nourishing cacao butter, olive and harakeke flax oil and vinanza grape extract to help repair free radical damage. Also features lavender and blue chamomile, two flowers that help calm inflammation and soothe sensitive skin. If your skin plays up in winter time, then this could be the cleanser for you.

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Avalon Organics Wrinkle Defense Cleansing Oil A cleansing oil which loosens makeup and grime, then rinses away for soft, clean and conditioned skin. This collection pairs CoQ10, a natural fuel for cellular energy, and rosehip oil, rich in skin-replenishing lipids, vitamins and antioxidants, to energise skin and counteract visible aging. Hyaluronic acid instantly plumps and promotes moisture retention for improved elasticity and firmness.

Juliet Skin Brightening Gel Cleanser A gentle exfoliation action from kiwi and hibiscus flower teamed with antibacterial manuka honey and vinanza grape extract to help keep oil production levels at their optimum. All these ingredients work in synergy together to keep skin clean, clear and bright and radiant.

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Alba Botanica AcneDote Deep Pore Wash Formulated with zit-zapping salicylic acid and willow bark extract, this lathering cleanser digs deep into pores to unclog the gunk, helping banish existing zits and prevent new ones.

Maximum strength product, oil free, dermatologically tested and non-comedogenic.

Pacifica Cactus Water Makeup Removing Wipes Pacifica's cactus water infused natural towelettes gently remove makeup, daily pollutants and everything you don't want to sleep in, without rinsing. Jojoba oil, in combination with aloe vera, makes these wipes gentle and highly effective. For all skin types. 100% vegan and cruelty-free.

Forest Fresh

JASON Men’s Body Wash All in one formula to removes dirt, sweat and odour from the body, face and hair.

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With aloe vera to prevent dryness and cedarwood, pine and eucalyptus oils for a fresh scent.

Fast Fix So Healthy You Could Almost Eat Them Antipodes Lipsticks

Alba Botanica Fast Fix Four K-Beauty inspired masks: Anti-Pollution Volcanic Clay Detox, Camu Camu Anti-Wrinkle, Papaya Anti Acne, and Coconut Water Hydrate.

Hypoallergenic, botanically-infused Moisture-boosting formulas with nutrient-rich plant oils to condition as serum-soaked masks made from natural, sustainable fibres. they colour.

Vegetarian lipsticks with 12 versatile, vibrant and on-trend colours.

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Spray Safe in the Sun Alba Botanica Sprays

SPF spray at any angle SPF 35-50 - gluten-free, botanically-infused broad spectrum protection.

After Sun Spray at any angle with cooling aloe and plant-derived allantoin to calm and sooth.

Natural Micellar Water

Pacifica Micellar Cleansing Tonic

Powerful yet gentle, helps capture and lift away dirt, oil, impurities and makeup without harsh rubbing or even rinsing.

Pacifica micellar waters leaves skin feeling clean, hydrated and refreshed without over-drying.

Skin Rehab Pacifica Coconut Probiotic Water Rehab Cream Stress, late nights, pollution and lack of sleep = dehydration and dullness which add years to your skin.

Improves texture, addresses fine lines and helps bring back the youthful appearance of brighter skin.

Dream Big Pacifica Dream Big Lash Extending 7-in-1 Mascara 7 in 1: lash serum, instant length, lash lifting, volumizing, conditioning, rich colour, 2 in 1 brush Contains clinically studied peptide shown to help improve natural lash length and volume.

Anti-Pollution Volcanic Clay Alba Botanica Volcanic Skincare

Skin-detoxifying hypoallergenic products formulated with tropical fruit acids, yerba mate, lotus flower, torch ginger and real volcanic clay.

Removes dull skin, impurities, toxins and pollution to reveal a fresh, bright and renewed complexion.

Eczema and Psoriasis Fact File: What’s the difference between them?

Eczema occurs when our immune systems loses the ability to distinguish between proteins that are part of our body and foreign bodies such as bacteria and viruses. When our immune systems attack our bodies, this causes inflammation which shows as eczema.

Psoriasis is caused by an overactive immune system, which causes inflammation inside the body and more healthy skin cells are produced than normal. These extra cells are pushed to the surface of the skin too quickly resulting in the scaly patches associated with psoriasis.

Eczema and psoriasis both are types of dermatitis and both can display symptoms of redness, inflammation itchiness and discomfort. This said, there is a difference between the two conditions. Eczema is considered to be more of a symptom than a condition and it usually implies there is another underlying health condition causing the flare-up.

Eczema can be triggered by allergies, such as chemicals (in toiletries), wheat, dairy, pollen, mould, pets and house dust mites. Psoriasis is linked to genetics; one in three with the condition having a close relative who also suffers [1].

How best to treat eczema and psoriasis?

Emollient products marketed to treat eczema, of which there are a variety of products - soap substitutes, bath oils and creams, will more often than not contain cheap petrochemicals or ingredients derived from petrochemicals.

Even if an emollient is derived from natural sources (such as coconut, jojoba, olive) they are often produced at such high temperatures that all goodness in them - nutrients, antioxidants and essential fatty acids for instance - is destroyed. Another concern is that these emollient ingredients may be contaminated with substances from the production process, including metal catalyst residues, carcinogens, and petrochemicals [2].

Topical relief is offered to eczema and psoriasis sufferers in the form of hydrocortisone and steroid creams.

When applied to affected areas they help reduce inflammation and break the itch-scratch-itch cycle. However they are not suitable for long term use as they thin the skin and weaken our skin’s own immune system.

Eczema is considered to be more of a symptom than a condition.

Psoriasis is linked to genetics.

References [1] http://www.nhs.uk/Conditions/Psoriasis/Pages/Causes.aspx [2] Stay Healthy. An Organic Guide to Healthy Skin: It’s All in the Ingredients, Northwestern Health Sciences University, accessed May, 15, 2009

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5 Tips to Help Manage Eczema & Psoriasis

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Humidity in the home. Dry eczema conditions and seasonal psoriasis may benefit from a humidifier set to around 35-45% humidity in cold and dry seasons.

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UV. Eczema and psoriasis sufferers should try to get half an hour in the sun each day, with no sun protection on. The sun’s rays can be a great healer for eczema and psoriasis conditions. Be careful though, as sometimes too much UV can lead to flare ups of the conditions, especially in the case of psoriasis. For the shorter winter days, a UV lamp is a good investment as you can easily manage your exposure in the comfort of your own home!

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No stress! Stress is often a trigger for eczema and psoriasis conditions. High cortisol levels (our stress hormones) exacerbates inflammation throughout the body, including in the skin.

Go natural! Change your beauty, grooming and cleaning products to natural ones, particularly if you have noticed a link between using a certain product and the irritation flaring up!

Eat well. Be aware of any food triggers - milk/dairy, eggs, nuts, soy, wheat/gluten, corn and other grains are all common triggers. If you are unsure what is causing your flare ups, the best thing you can do is an elimination diet, removing all of these foods for 30 days and then gradually reintroducing them. Liquorice tea is great for reducing inflammation (yes, it works from the inside too!) and be sure to eat healthful fats, such as olive oil, coconut oil, avocado, and omega-3 rich foods such as oily fish, grass-fed meat and nuts.

Top Products for Treating Eczema and Psoriasis JASON Coconut Oil

Coconut oil is a hero beauty ingredient for moisturising for many, but did you know that it also has anti-fungal, anti-microbial, antioxidant and antibacterial properties that can help reduce inflammation. Caprylic and capric acid, and vitamins E and K help control itching, flaking and spread of infection.

Coconut oil also contains medium-chain triglycerides which help repair the protective outer layers of the skin.

JASON Aloe Vera Gel and Cream

Aloe vera is a super hydrating ingredient that contains minerals. Due to aloe vera’s power to penetrate deep into the dermis these micro-nutrients are delivered to where they need to be. We recommend using the gel after washing and the cream on particular troublesome areas throughout the day, like a barrier cream.

JASON Vitamin E Oil and Cream When applied regularly to the affected area, vitamin E is proven to have effective results on both eczema and psoriasis. This is because vitamin E is a powerful antioxidant and helps tackle inflammation in the skin. We recommend applying the oil after bathing and the cream on those patches that need intensive treatment.

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JASON Anti-Dandruff Relief 2-in-1 Treatment Shampoo & Conditioner Scalp dermatitis and scalp psoriasis are conditions that the sufferer can be particularly conscious of because the symptoms are fairly obvious to others. JASON Dandruff Relief 2-in-1 Treatment Shampoo & Conditioner is a dual action, medicated formula that cleanses and conditions in one easy step.

Formulated with active ingredient Pyrithione Zinc to control dandruff and prevent itchiness. Wheat Protein strengthens the hair whilst nourishing Jojoba Oil adds weightless softness and manageability. Hair is soft, conditioned and flake-free. It is also safe to use on all hair types.

Antipodes Saviour Skin Balm

We love this balm from Antipodes! It’s packaged in a cute tin making it perfect for handbags.

Antipodes Saviour Skin Balm is a potent blend of nature's richest oils with the power-packed antibacterial and anti-fungal healing properties of totara and Australian tea tree to help prevent infection. Antioxidant-rich echinacea and Vinanza grape optimise cell and skin repair.

Introducing….. NeoCell NeoCell is the world's #1 Collagen supplement formulas for vibrant youth, glowing beauty + unstoppable vitality Each NeoCell product is designed specifically to support the Collagen systems in our bodies such as those that maintain vibrant youth, radiant beauty, and total body wellness.

What is Collagen?

Collagen appears as an interwoven series of fibres in our tissues. You can think of it as a three dimensional mesh criss-cross together. Collagen is found all over the body including tissues –such as What Makes NeoCell Products the the skin ligaments, tendons, bones, blood vessels. It World’s #1 Collagen Brand? is also involved in the production of hair and nails.

An easy way to see what collagen looks like in the Purity: Our collagen is ethically sourced to be pure, body –go to a mirror and look at your eyes, the whites of your eyes are made up of almost 100 % of effective, & safe.

NeoCell collagen is grass fed bovine, paleo-friendly, collagen. non-GMO, gluten free, and soy free.

Why Take Collagen Supplements?

Clinical Results: NeoCell Collagen has been shown to increase skin hydration by an average of 21% Taking collagen supplements can help rebuild the and up to 50 %, with 92 % test subjects collagen matrix and strengthen our tissues. The appearance of ageing may be reversed with the aim experiencing increased skin hydration and 60% experiencing firmer and softer skin (Based on of regaining a youthful and vibrant look and feel.

NeoCell 2014 Study) Collagen basically works in two ways .First it is a nutrient that provides the body with amino acids Absorption: Collagen in its natural form is hard to necessary to produce new collagen and second, digest and absorb. Using NeoCell's advanced supplements act as stimulus to the body’s natural hydrolysation process, large collagen molecules are collagen production system.

By taking collagen supplements, we can introduce enzymatically hydrolysed into small peptides that are new fragments into the body and the fragments that both bioavailable and bioactive in the body. were naturally flushed away are now replenished High Potency: All collagen products contain high and more worker cells are turned on to produce doses, so as to maximise the production in the collagen at a faster rate body.

Collagen FAQs •There are NO PLANT or VEGETARIAN sources of collagen -As cellulose gives plant structure but collagen gives animal structure.

•Best time to take collagen: collagen should be taken without other proteins and fats – taking it with fruits, vegetables and supplements is OK - Last thing at night or first thing in the morning is preferred •Results from collagen: within 2-3 weeks (1 bottle) Results from Hyaluronic acid combined with collagen may be even faster!

Eat Your sea-Greens

We’re always being told to eat a multi-coloured spectrum of plants vegetables, fruits and superfoods included. Here we share the reason why the super small blue-green algae has been given the mighty title of a superfood.

What is Blue Green Algae?

Blue green algae are a large and diverse group of small plant-like organisms which naturally grow in both large freshwater lakes and some salt waters. Contrary to the name, these are not algae but actually a form of bacteria.

Spirulina and aphanizomenon flos-aquae (AFA) are the most commonly utilised forms and have been given a ‘superfood’ status because of their abundant content of nutrients. Research shows that AFA is of the highest quality and is extracted from the beautiful Upper Lake Klamath in Oregon, USA.

What are the Health Benefits of Blue Green Algae?

So what does blue green algae contain and why does it provide us with a whole range of unique health benefits? There are no approved EU claims (2015), but the below properties are based on research and biological aspects.

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Contains all essential and most non–essential amino acids Known as the ‘brain superfood’, blue green algae is a ‘complete’ protein Contains highly digestible protein (50-70%) High in chlorophyll

The health benefits of chlorophyll include: helps the liver to flush out toxins and supports kidney function; helps the digestive tract and maintains clearer skin through its cleansing abilities Packed with antioxidants, which are known to protect our cells from harmful compounds, including Phycocyanin

Phycocyanin works with chlorophyll and has powerful cancer protecting properties as mentioned in the Cancer Cell National (2013).

50% of the lipids in blue green algae are alpha-linoleic acid (ALA) .

ALA is essential as the body cannot produce it. Its health benefits include: important nutrients for brain health; help to lower the bad type of cholesterol (EU commission, 2015); benefit low mood levels, and are essential to prenatal health.

They support a reduction in inflammation and help in conditions like arthritis.

Contains ‘phenylethylamine’ (PEA) which may help balance the mood and help cope with stress (Kaufman,2012) A good source of vegan B12

Vegetarians and vegans are often deficient in B12. Vitamin B12 helps to make sure our red blood cells are healthy and aids effective oxygen transport in the body. B12 plays a key role in the function of the brain and nervous system, and supports the metabolism of homocysteine (a health marker associated with heart disease, which should ideally stay low).

The health benefit attributed to blue green algae as providing a boost in energy levels, supporting a reduction in fatigue and improving the immune system may be due to its B12 content.

Rich in beta-carotene

The body converts beta-carotene to vitamin A, which contributes to the maintenance of healthy skin, and vision but also supports the health of our immune system and the normal metabolism of iron.

Contains an array of minerals, including

chromium

Chromium plays a role in the metabolism and glucose uptake in cells, so blue green algae may benefit those with blood sugar imbalances.

Blue Green Algae provides us with one of the most bioavailable and absorbable forms of nutrients.

As well as in Klamath Blue Green Algae supplements, you can find blue green algae in Amazing Grass Raw Reserve Original and Berry flavours.

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Top Tips to Help Restore and Heal your Gut

When we talk about the gut, we are referring to our ‘whole digestive tract’. Our gut has an overwhelming amount of functions and is really the core to our health. It dictates how we feel and who we are, so we need to treat it with some tender loving care. Digestive issues are incredibly common and they can arise from stress, dietary imbalances, medication use, and vitamin & mineral deficiencies. The end result may be an imbalance between healthy and unhealthy bacteria levels and an irritated digestive tract lining.

To help your gut feelings go from meh to yeah!, here are our eight top tips to help restore, heal and keep your digestive system in rude health:

Probiotics

will help feed your gut with a healthy colony of good bacteria.

Probiotic-rich foods include sauerkraut, miso, tempeh, and kombucha. As they are not always easy to access or integrate in the daily diet, we recommend Amazing Grass Raw Reserve which provides 25 billion probiotics per serving encompassing eight different probiotic strains.

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contains the naturally occurring compounds known as polysaccharides. Aloe Vera is known to possess healing and calming properties. Aloe Vera is present in its organic form in Amazing Grass Raw Reserve.

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Prebiotics

are foods that reach the colon without breaking down.

Prebiotics are primarily plant sources such as chicory root or Jerusalem artichokes. They ferment in the colon where healthy bacteria feed on them, creating less space for unhealthy bacteria to thrive. Amazing Grass blends contain both Pre and Probiotics, and Jarrow Inulin is a prebiotic from chicory root.

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Cabbage

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The vegetable contains a plethora of nutrients such as glucosinolates, antioxidants as well as the amino acid, lglutamine. More specifically, l-glutamine may help to prevent and rebuild a ‘leaky gut.’ This therefore strengthens the intestinal lining and allowing us to retain our nutrients and assimilate them.

Fibre

All the way! Bump up on your fibre intake as they help in binding to toxins and support their elimination. Barlean’s Forti Flax, Nutiva chia seeds, rye, spelt and leafy greens contain a good amount of fibre.

Food Diary

Go gentle on the digestion by removing foods that may cause further digestive issues. By keeping a food diary you will know which foods upset you. The main triggers are often wheat, dairy, refined sugars, refined flours and alcohol amongst others.

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Coconut Oil

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is a healthy saturated fat which may help to heal your gut. The anti-microbial, anti-fungal and anti-viral properties are due to the active constituents in Coconut oil. These are namely lauric, capric and caprylic acid.

Nutiva provides you with an organic, virgin unrefined, NON-GMO and cold pressed coconut oil.

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Mindful eating

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habits have shown to help contribute to a healthier gut. Take your time to eat, away from distractions such as your phone or laptop. Savour your food with its scent, and flavour. Make sure to chew each bite properly.

Healthy Notes:

If you’re prone to Delhi belly or Montezuma’s revenge, travelling with a family or just want to be prepared for any eventuality, here are our pick of the products to ensure a healthy, happy holiday!

Nature's Answer Nettle Allergy and hayfever support.

Helps support healthy inflammatory response to allergens.

Acts as an expectorant - good for the respiratory system.

Overall health tonic.

Nature's Answer Chamomile Flowers A mild sedative - good for nervous travellers.

Helps settle upset stomachs.

Use on cotton pads as cold compresses for sore, puffy eyes (good for chlorine-sensitive swimmers, hayfever sufferers and hangovers!).

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Nature's Answer Oil of Oregano Contains two powerful compounds of carvacrol and thymol that have powerful antibacterial and antifungal properties. helps prevent and treat infections including UTIs, e. coli, proteus,and pseudomonas aeruginosa.

Natural antibiotic.

Nature's Answer Ginger

Amazing Grass Raw Reserve Sachets

Support digestive health whilst eating in foreign lands.

Commonly used to treat various types 25 billion probiotics.

Digestive enzymes, prebiotics of "stomach problems," including motion sickness, upset stomach, gas, and fibre. diarrhea, IBS and nausea.

Apply a few drops to skin to help prevent insect bites.

Amazing Grass ORAC Green Superfood Sachets

Jarrow Ultra Jarro-dophilus 50 Billion

High potency- 50 billion probiotic organisms per capsule.

Gel matrix gut-transit protection.

10 different strains from 3 genera.

Vegetarian capsules.

Defend against free radical damage.

15,000 ORAC units per serving.

Ener-C 1000mg vitamin C

Avoid colds, flu and viruses when travelling.

Provides electrolytes and vitamins A, E & B. A health & energy boost.

Amazing Grass Protein Superfood Sachets Source Naturals Wellness Formula Satisfy hunger and stay healthy on flights or on the go.

20g of protein.

7 alkalising greens.

2 servings of fruit and veggies.

Emergency back up.

Take whenever you start to feel ill.

A powerful combination of herbs, antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals.

Introducing...

Garden of Life

Garden of Life are fanatical about food. Whether they’re making a vitamin, probiotic or a protein powder, they always start with real foods and these foods provide their formulas the power to be their best. They avoid synthetically created, chemical “breakthroughs” from huge commercial laboratories around the world.

As well as being fanatical about what goes into their products, Garden of Life are even more obsessed about the things they keep out of them. The stuff makes machines work faster, and helps factories churn out super-sized containers at higher “efficiency.”

In short, Garden of Life are uncompromising about your health.

“Slow it down, make it by hand, grow it in rich organic non-GMO soil with enough sun, air, water and time for it to be its best. Harvest it when ready. Treat it with care. Turn it into a power-packed nutritious food supplement.”

Garden of life following three guiding principles: The Science of Whole Food

Your body was created to eat, process, and derive its nutrition from food—real, healthy food. So, Garden of Life start by looking at food: What is the “good stuff” in the highest quality food that we are missing in our diets? Which of those foods have the greatest potential to impact—and empower—extraordinary health?

Clean is healthy

Garden of Life start with what goes IN their products—true, whole food ingredients. They also pay very close attention to what they keep OUT of them, turning to food—real nutritional food. When is the last time you picked up an apple, turned to read the ingredients, and saw a list of chemicals? If it’s not in your food, then you don’t want it in your supplements. Garden of Life use third-party (never self-affirmed) certifications to prove they are clean.

Traceability

Traceability is key to what makes Garden of Life’s products so special. Traceability starts with knowing where each and every ingredient in their products comes from and getting to know each and every source: where it’s grown; the farming practices; how they pay and treat the farm workers—everything.

Garden of Life start with Certified USDA Organic and Non-GMO Project Verified fruits and vegetables that are grown without chemicals in order to get the good stuff from foods that are grown without any of the bad stuff.

The promise Garden of Life make with each and every product:

Empowering Extraordinary Health®.

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Garden Of Life Vegan Vitamin D3

Certified organic and non-GMO in a spray form. Each spray delivers 1,000iu of vitamin D in an oil base (a blend of pumpkin and cranberry seed oils) to add absorption. With a delicious natural vanilla flavour, spray straight into your mouth or add to your favourite beverage.

Go Green with Energy!

In today’s modern hectic world, many of us feel under more pressure than ever. We’re working long hours, running on little sleep, feel pressured to look good and work out at the gym and on top of all this still expect to have It’s no wonder we sometimes find that we are lacking in energy to keep it all up.

Tiredness can be caused by many factors including: too much stress, lack of sleep, diet, lifestyle and some health disorders. There are however some little green friends we recommend you turn to which can help provide you with energy you need to work, train and socialise without that tired feeling defeating you.

Amazing Grass Green Superfood Energy Lemon Lime A powerful blend of nutritious greens, phytonutrient-packed fruits, veggies and cereal grasses, digestive enzymes and probiotics. Contains 85mg of plant-based caffeine from yerba mate and matcha green tea to provide a natural kick in a delicious tasting lemon lime powder.

Jarrow Green Defense Functional greens powder formula rich in phytonutrients such as chlorophyll, polyphenols, carotenoids and many other antioxidants. Green defense is a unique powder which can aid in assisting the body to achieve natural energy.

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Nature’s Answer Green Tea Great source of antioxidants such as catechins and flavonoids. Studies have shown that the caffeine content in green tea can improve physical performance by mobilizing fatty acids from fat tissues and making these accessible to use as energy during a workout. Similarly, two review studies showed that green tea increased physical performance by 11-12% on average.

Organic Traditions Ceremonial Matcha Tea When you drink matcha tea you ingest the entire leaf and receive 100% of the nutrients of the leaf. Matcha powdered green tea has 137 times more antioxidants than regularly brewed green tea. One cup of matcha = 10 cups of regularly brewed green tea in terms of nutritional content - and less toilet trips! Organic Traditions Matcha is the highest grade available made from young Tencha spring harvested, shade grown leaves. These provide a rich, full bodied, uplifting green tea taste.

Try our matcha latte recipe!

Matcha Green Tea Latte How to Prepare

Rejuvenate and energise every morning with a warming and nutritious matcha latte.

Easy to make, delicious to drink, the fragrant matcha tea combines with creamy nutty almond milk, and perhaps just a dash of agave nectar or maple syrup to satisfy your sweet tooth.

Ingredients 1 tsp matcha green tea powder 3 tbsp warm water 300ml milk of choice (we love coconut or rice milk)

Place the matcha green tea powder into a glass or cup.

Add warm water and mix with a spoon or milk frother til a smooth paste to ensure no lumps form.

Warm the milk in a small saucepan.

Pour into the mug until nearly full.

Use a milk frother to mix the paste and milk together until smooth and light green in colour.

Add your sweetener and whisk again.

If you so wish, you can add a few sprinkles of matcha green tea powder on the top for decoration.

Go Cocoa-Nuts!

Are we all nuts about Cocoa? We love the Top Health Benefits of Cocoa texture and taste of chocolate in all its forms.

Cardiovascular Health: Cocoa flavanols But from a nutritional point of view, those help maintain the elasticity of blood vessels, who are health conscious avoid the which contribute to normal blood flow. The commercially available chocolates which health benefits can be obtained as long as may be devoid of nutrients, packed with unhealthy ingredients, laden with sugar and 200mg of cacao flavonols are consumed daily. This is known to apply to particular may escalate both our calorie intake and forms of cocoa, such as dark chocolate. (EU scale weight!

Nutrition and Health Claims, 2015).

The tropical tree known as ‘theobroma cocoa’ produces cocoa beans. Theobroma Feel Good Factor: Whilst there are no approved claims, we all know how happy we is the Latin name for cocoa and it actually means “the food of the gods”; so named for feel after having some chocolate. Research its nutritional properties, and rich, decadent suggests that Cocoa may increase the levels of brain chemicals that support us in flavour. feeling amazing! What else? Well when we feel profoundly in love, our brain releases the Cocoa beans were first discovered by the compound ‘phenylethylamine’ which is also Mayans of Central America, as early as 900AD. Cocoa traditionally played a central occurs in chocolate. role in South American culture, where Free Radical Protection: Cocoa helps Mayans created a ritual beverage shared during marriage and other ceremonies. This protect our skin and in fact all our cells, when in its raw, unprocessed, unheated or is where the link between romance and even organic form because it is packed full chocolate first began. of antioxidants. Antioxidants are molecules which help protect our cells from the Chocolate is now enjoyed worldwide in damaging effects of free radicals caused by thousands of different forms, with an the environment, stress, toxins and so on. approximate annual consumption of more than 3 million tons of cocoa beans annually.

What is the difference between Cacao and Cocoa?

Cocoa powder is essentially cacao beans that have been roasted at high temperatures. This changes the molecular structure of the beans, reducing the content of the beneficial enzymes and therefore lowering the overall nutritional value.

Raw cacao however is made by cold-pressing unroasted cacao beans. The process keeps the beneficial living enzymes in the cacao and removes the fat to produce cacao butter.

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Our Favourite Cocoa Products

Vegan Raw Hemp and Cocoa Protein Bars Keep your blood sugar levels stable throughout your day and top up your energy levels with a healthy raw cocoa protein bar recipe.

Organic Traditions Raw Cacao Powder

Ingredients

1 cup ground almonds 1 cup pitted dates 2 tbs agave nectar or honey ¼ cup Amazing Grass Protein Superfood 100% organic raw cacao powder - a source Chocolate Peanut Butter of minerals including magnesium and iron, 2 tablespoons of raw organic cacao powder plus a high source of fibre. Ideal for use in ¼ cup goji berries ¼ cup Nutiva Hemp Seeds energy drinks, snack, smoothies, desserts ¼ cup Nutiva Chia Seeds and toppings, plus any baking and food

recipes.

Nutiva Coconut Oil to help bind the mixture - as much as necessary.

Method

Amazing Grass Chocolate Green Superfood

In a food processor, combine the almonds and Amazing Grass Protein Superfood.

Add the pitted dates.

Add the agave nectar and blend until smooth.

Add the goji berries followed by the hemp and chia seeds.

A smooth texture that can be easily shaped into bars should be obtained. If the mixture is not to your liking, add 1 tablespoon of melted Nutiva Coconut Oil and mix well before creating bars.

Contains organic cocoa, natural chocolate flavouring, redwood cocoa and organic cacao plus a powerful blend of nutritious greens, phytonutrient-packed fruits, veggies Tip: Put parchment paper on a tray and spread and cereal grasses, digestive enzymes and the mixture. Cut into roughly equal bars and probiotics. allow it to set in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.

Pack in an airtight container once ready.

JASON Cocoa Butter Hand & Body Lotion A botanically rich, non-greasy daily hand and body lotion for naturally deep, long-lasting hydration. Our natural blend of intensive cocoa butter, sunflower oil and soothing chamomile extract softens and helps relieve extremely dry, rough skin.

What Makes a Food Super?

With so many food fads and trends in today's market, it can be difficult sometimes to separate the wheat from the chaff (note wheat is definitely not a superfood!) To stand a chance of recognising what's a superfood and what's just another clever marketing ploy, we must first understand what a superfood is. A superfood is a food which is richer and denser in phytonutrients that your

average food and has positive health benefits with few/no negatives.

The problem with the term superfood is that there is no standard set, no minimum bar that the food has to pass to become super. But, without a doubt, some foods are more nutritious, just like some are more delicious, than others! It's important that we eat a well balanced diet to maintain our wellbeing, healthy weight and to let our bodies perform at their very best.

Antioxidant Rich Functional Foods Matcha Purple Corn Concentrate Freese Dried Maqui Baobab Camu Camu Cacao Powder Freeze Dried Acai Cacao Nibs Goji Berries Rice Bran & Germ Sprouted Chia Sprouted Chia/Flax White Chia Dark Chia Sprouted Falx

138,400 90,000 70,000 65,000 60,000 55,000 50,000 28,000 25,000 20,500 17,000 11,000 8,000 8,000 8,000

ORAC Values (per 100 gr)

Our Favourite Superfoods Matcha

- one serving of Matcha is equivalent to drinking 10 cups of regular green tea. Contains the naturally occurring amino acid, l-theanine which helps promote balanced, sustained energy and encourages a relaxed, calm and alert mind. Rich in antioxidants, Matcha offers an impressive ORAC value of 4000 per teaspoon (3g serving).

Goji Berries - a source of vitamin A, C and Iron. They

also contain essential amino acids, trace minerals and vitamins B1, B2, B6, E, carotenoids and a host of antioxidants, giving them an ORAC value of 7,600 per 30g serving

Chia - a source of calcium and iron, a high source of fibre,

protein, essential vitamins and minerals and a host of antioxidants, giving them an ORAC value of 1,200 per 15g serving. Also provides 3g of vegetarian omega-3 per 15g serving.

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Introducing‌. rganic Traditions Every superfood Organic Traditions offer is the highest quality in its class. You can feel confident that what you are putting into your body is of the highest standard. Product stability and nutritional integrity are of prime importance to the company.

Organic Traditions Promise to: Provide nutrient-dense superfoods from many healing traditions around the world, certified organic, vegan and gluten-free plant-powered nutrition.

Offer the most comprehensive range of certified organic superfoods and unique functional blends for prevention, regeneration and longevity.

Aim to inspire others to fuel themselves at the highest level possible with high-quality, organic nutrition for optimal wellness, vitality and longevity.

Consciously source their superfoods, selecting suppliers who follow earth-friendly farming practices as well as sustainable and ethical business.

Are driven by quality, purity, authenticity, methods of processing, optimal bio-availability, food safety and nutritional integrity.

Promote an organic, plant-rich diet, encouraging people to add more organic fruits, vegetables, herbs and spices into their lives.

Create optimised nutritional blends using the most nutrient dense, antioxidant rich superfoods to fuel the best version of yourself possible.

Are inspired by and have a deep respect for the innate intelligence of nature, as well as a profound love for our precious Earth.

Passionate about sharing the magic, wisdom and majesty of healing foods.

Driven by the science of the therapeutic benefits of these foods and herbs and are committed to educating on the power of plants.

Discover Nature’s Most Nourishing Superfoods

The Super Omegas!

Fatty acids (FA) are the building blocks of which fats and oils are composed of. FA that cannot be made by the body but are necessary for health are called essential fatty acids (EFA). Every living cell in the body requires essential fatty acids.

There are two types of fatty acids: saturated and unsaturated. Saturated fats are solid at room temperature and can be found in animal meat and tropical plants.

Unsaturated fats are liquid at room temperature and can be found in vegetables, seeds and fatty fish.

What Makes Omega-3 Fatty Acids Special?

Omega-3 FA are an integral part of cell membranes throughout the body and affect the function of all cell receptors in the membranes. Omega-3 FA are a key family of polyunsaturated fats and include three main omega-3s: • Docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) and Eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) - the main sources of these in our diets is fish. Both contribute to a healthy heart and DHA is important in eye health • Alpha Linolenic Acid (ALA) is the most common omega-3 fatty acid in western diets as it is found in vegetable oils, flax seeds and leafy vegetables. The body usually uses ALA for energy and conversion into DHA and EPA. ALA contributes to the maintenance of normal blood cholesterol levels.

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What makes Omega-6 Fatty Acids Special?

Omega-3 and omega-6 FA play an essential role in brain function and normal growth and development. Omega-6 FA have received some bad press in recent times as studies have shown that elevated intakes of omega-6 FA may play a role in promoting inflammation (Simopopulos 2002). However, the main reason for this is that the typical western diet consists of 15-25 times more omega-6 FA compared to omega-3 FA. Studies have shown that participants who follow a Mediterranean diet which has a healthy balance between omega-3 and omega-6 were less likely to develop heart disease compared to the Western diet (Nejad et al., 2014).

Find your Omega Amigo Barlean’s Omega Swirl

Enjoy the benefits of Omega-3 without

the oily taste or texture, swallowing of

large capsules, or fishy repeating aftertaste, just delicious smoothie form. Ÿ There’s even a 100% vegan option from

organic cold-pressed flax oil.

With over 1000mg (fish) or 2620mg (flax)

of omega-3 per serving and all-natural fruit flavour, naturally sweetened with • 3 cloves garlic Xylitol. • 3 cups kale (about 1 small bunch) • ž cup Nutiva hemp seeds Essential Woman • juice of a lemon Designed for beauty and balance.

Made with flaxseed oil, evening primrose ž teaspoon Maldon Sea Salt • Ÿ teaspoon ground black pepper oil and special plant phytonutrients.

Promotes hormonal balance and Internal •Ÿ cup cold-pressed Barlean’s Flax Oil Optional: grated Parmesan cheese moisture.

Supports healthy hair, skin and nails.

Flax Oil

Cold-pressed, organic flax oils are ideal for those who prefer a vegan Omega-3 option. Flax oil contains more Omega-3 fatty acids than any other botanical in the world.

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Pesto: Blitz the garlic cloves. Then add the kale, hemp seeds, lemon juice, salt and pepper. As you turn on the food processor, slowly add Barleans Flax Oil. Blitz to the consistency you wish to obtain and add more lemon, salt and pepper if needed. To obtain a looser consistency, slowly add water to the mixture. Be sure to scrape the sides of the food processor.

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Courgetti Pasta Toast with smashed avocado Grilled vegetables or even as a topping for roasted fish Note : Do not heat this pesto recipe, as you will lose the nutritional value of some of the ingredients, particularly the flax seed oil.

Suitable for vegans if you omit the Parmesan cheese.

Protein Power!

Protein is a class of nitrogenous organic compounds composed of amino acids, the building blocks of our bodies and essential for all living organisms. Protein is vital for growth and development. It provides the body with energy and is needed for the manufacture of antibodies, enzymes, hormones and tissues. Protein also helps maintain the proper pH balance in the body.

Proteins are the building blocks of cells and every cell in the human body contains protein. When protein is consumed, the body breaks it down into amino acids which are the building blocks of all proteins. Some of these amino acids are designated essential which means the body cannot synthesise them and they must therefore must be obtained through the diet. Other amino acids are considered non-essential which means that they do not have to be obtained through the diet as they can be synthesised by our body from different amino acids.

Protein Power Pancakes Get that natural kick in a delicious and nutritious pancake which will get you going and keep you energised throughout the day.

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Ingredients:

½ cup almond flour ½ cup peanut flour 1 scoop Amazing Grass Protein Superfood (we love the Chocolate Peanut Butter flavour) 1 cup raw spinach 2 eggs 1 overripe banana 1 cup almond milk 1 tsp vanilla extract 3 tbsp Nutiva coconut oil Topping of your choice (blueberries, strawberries, cacao nibs)

Directions:

1. Combine the eggs, banana, spinach, almond milk, vanilla in a blender.

2. In a medium sized bowl combine almond flour, peanut flour, salt and scoop of Amazing Grass.

3. Add the egg mixture to the bowl and whisk until well combined.

4. Heat a skillet over medium heat and add 1 tbsp of coconut oil.

New Amazing Grass Protein Superfood

Organic, all-in-one protein nutrition shake. Each serving promotes lean muscle, aids in digestion and satisfies hunger by providing 20 grams of plant-based protein. The protein is a combination of pea, chia, quinoa and hemp, offering a wider protein spectrum. Available in three amazing flavours your taste buds will love: Original, Vanilla and Chocolate Peanut Butter.

The Magic of Mushrooms!

A closer look at the different varieties of mushrooms available and their health benefits.

Chaga

Anti-Ageing with Sacred Antioxidants Highly revered for anti-ageing properties to retain your youthful vibrance.

Helps balance metabolism and is a natural adaptogen.

Cordyceps

For Energy, Stamina & Endurance Discovered by Tibetan herdsman at high altitude, cordyceps optimises oxygen uptake and delivery to increase vitality and endurance. Supports cardiac function and respiratory health.

Maitake

Supports Weight Control and Balances Blood Sugar Well-researched Maitake helps balance blood sugar and insulin levels whilst supporting healthy weight control.

Lion’s Mane

Improve Memory, Focus and Nervous System Reported in many studies to stimulate the synthesis of Nerve Growth Factor (NGF), a protein that promotes the growth and normal function of nerve cells.

Reishi

Natural adaptogen to support immunity and promote longevity Help balance mental and physical stress, nourish heart health and soothe an overactive immune system.

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Introducing….

OMazing Mushrooms Grown in California, OM is a leading producer of pure, fresh, certified 100% organic mushroom powders that may support optimal health. OM combine the perfect balance of ancient wisdom with modern methodology to grow these miraculous mushrooms in their state-of-the-art clean room facility.

We encourage you to try for yourself and experience a new level of vibrancy and overall wellness. Combining the expertise of mycologist Steve Farrar’s 30 years of growing mushrooms with Sandra Carter’s (M.A. MPH. Ph.D.) extensive knowledge in health and wellness.

Dehydrating: occurs at low temperatures to preserve the activity of temperature-sensitive Mushrooms are a major superfood group active ingredients. supporting immune health, natural energy and recovery. Although they have been revered in UV Light Exposure: exposed to UV light to Traditional Chinese Medicine for thousands of enhance vegan vitamin D2 content. years, western culture has only recently discovered and verified the amazing health Milling: to create a finely ground superfood benefits of mushrooms through numerous powder which is easy to add to your favourite published research articles. juice or smoothie, salad dressing, hummus and dips, oatmeal, morning coffee, soups and stews or any of your favourite recipes.

How OM Grow Magnificent Mushrooms

OM manage and control every aspect of the growing and production process at their farm in Carlsbad, California.

Planting, growing and harvesting: all stringently overseen on a day to day basis. Mycelium is where the magic happens, OM’s mycelium are immersed in organic, gluten free oats. This circumstance provides a challenging and nutritious substrate improving the vitality of the product. During the growing process the mycelium metamorphosizes; digesting the oats along with all of the nutrients.

Using the full spectrum life-cycle of the mushroom produces a product that has all the bioactive compounds including: Beta Glucans, Vitamin D Prebiotics, Digestive, Enzymes, Antioxidants, L-Ergothioneine, Chelated Minerals, Amino Acids, Proteins, B-Vitamins, Peptides, Lectins, Polyphenols, Flavonoids, and Selenium Compounds.

3rd Party Testing: mushroom powders and blends are tested by a third party lab to ensure quality- ID and heavy metal testing.

OM has solutions for everyone: each type of mushroom has it own unique set of benefits naturally aiding wellness, sports performance, energy, and recovery.