Weight Management

ThinnerG

Thinner G for a Thinner Me

Healthy Weight Loss for a Hearty Reduction in Weight

Thinner G is a dynamic collection of botanicals that are known to bring about weight loss and or alleviate some of the side effects of
excess body fat that aggravate proper metabolism. This synergystic
formula combines unique ingredients that compliment one another
in a way where the cumulative effect is greater than the sum of their parts.

Healthy weight loss is a concept that focuses
on the behaviors that cause us to gain weight
in the first place and reverse them via nutritional
supplementation. Those behaviors are
that we consume too many calories and don’t
burn enough calories. This leaves excess
calories in the bloodstream that are then
stored as fat.

It used to be that fat was a good thing. It is
your body’s way of storing calories so that
they can be retrieved later when they are
needed. This storing and retrieving of calories
is managed by your blood sugar control system
and is run by two hormones produced in
the pancreas.

Insulin is produced in the beta cells of the
organ and is responsible for lowering blood
sugar by bringing calories into the cells to be
burned and then storing what calories that are
not immediately needed as glycogen and fat.
Everyone is familiar with insulin.

Glucagon on the other hand seems to be
less familiar to most of us. It is produced in
the alpha cells of the pancreas and is responsible
for raising blood sugar levels. It does
this by retrieving the calories stored as fat and
glycogen and putting them in the bloodstream
to be burned.

The key words here are “fat” and “burned”.
To state the obvious, when fat gets burned
you lose weight. The neat thing about it is
your body has a built in natural mechanism for
you to lose weight. Sounds good but the question
is how do we activate this mechanism?
The answer is – through the blood sugar control
system which can be influenced by nutritional
supplements.

We have engineered a recipe for your success
in winning the weight loss war. It’s called
Thinner G. It is a collection of botanicals that
are known to bring about weight loss.
This dynamic formula combines unique ingredients
that compliment one another in a way
where the cumulative effect is greater than the
sum of their parts.

There is a synergy to blocking the uptake of
sugar, carbohydrates and fats while suppressing
appetite and promoting the burning
of calories that are already in the body that
Thinner G provides. Synergy is where the
total effect is greater than the sum of its’
parts. If you were to block the absorption of
sugar from the intestines into the bloodstream
you would lose weight. The same
thing could be said for inhibiting the digestion
of carbohydrates so that they pass right
through the body. Using fiber to absorb fats
in the digestive tract so that they can then be
excreted is also a good way to bring about
weight reduction.

If you reduce cravings by taking Thinner G
then you will be less likely to snack on fattening
foods which will also help you lose weight.
It also inhibits the formation of fat so that unburnt
calories stay in the bloodstream longer.
There are two benefits here. First there is reduced
fat formation and your bloodstream
then sends a satiety signal to the brain that
indicates that no food is needed thereby suppressing
appetite. The less you eat the less
weight you gain and the more likely you are
to lose weight.

Thinner G is also thermogenic and it brings
about glycolysis. Glycolysis is the breakdown
of fats and thermogenesis is the conversion
of calories into heat by burning them. Breaking
down fat and burning it is the essence of
weight loss. When combined with blocking
the uptake of sugar, fats and carbs – all bad
calories with a reduction of cravings and appetite
you have a powerful synergy.
Thinner G contains Chromium Picolinate,
Modified Citrus Pectin, Garcinia Cambogia,
White Kidney Bean Extract, Chitosan, African
Mango, Green Tea Extract, Gymnema
Sylvestre and Banaba Leaf Extract. You may
have heard of some of these ingredients before.
They have been sold individually over
the years for bringing about weight loss. They
work. Individually every one of them has
demonstrated an ability to bring about weight
loss. They all accomplish this via differing
metabolic pathways. We have put them together
in a carefully engineered way that maximizes
their effectiveness. It is a recipe for
success.

Being overweight is more than just an inconvenience
in your appearance and lower energy
levels. It is an actual condition with a
clinical definition. A condition that contributes
to a lengthy list of other more serious conditions.
Healthy Weight Loss is the concept that
recognizes that if you want to live a long and
healthy life it is important to get the weight off
and keep it off. Thinner G will assist you in
strengthening your resolve.Everyone knows that diet and exercise are
the way to stay fit, trim and healthy. They are
indispensable but with today’s changes in
lifestyle we could all use a little help. We have
access to so much delicious food, enjoy our
sedentary lifestyles and labor saving devices
plenty. That’s not going to change. Thinner G
is here to tip the scale in your favor. It’s your
recipe for success. With Citrus, Green Tea,
African Mango, White Kidney Bean and Banaba
Leaf it makes losing weight even sound
delicious!

Thinner G is here to tip the scale in
your favor. Your recipe for success
with Citrus, Green Tea, African
Mango, White Kidney Bean and
Banaba Leaf it makes losing weight
even sound delicious!

CBD Supplements, General Health & Nutrition

The benefits of CBD and Curcumin

CBD and Curcumin – special compounds from cannabis and Turmeric

CBD is the major non-psychoactive ingredient in Cannabis and can be legally sold in the UK and every other territory we are aware of. A prominent group of compounds found called cannabidinoids (CBD), are of great benefit to the health of the human body. We’ll discuss CBD and Curcumin separately. Here’s a quick summary of the benefits of CBD.

Benefits of CBD

According to a 2013 study, it appears that CBD has anti-inflammatory, anti-convulsant, anxiolytic and antioxidant properties, ensuring it has the capacity to help treat the likes of oxidative injury, epilepsy, vomiting and nausea, neuroinflammation and anxiety1. It would take an entire book to disucss all its health uses, but here is a quick summary of what you need to know.

  • Anxiety – CBD appears possesses anxiolytic (anxiety-reducing) effects. Research published in 2012 confirms that the cannabinoid can help treat patients with social anxiety disorder and may be effective for those suffering from obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), panic disorder and post-traumatic stress disorder2. Moreover, a study published the year before found that, among social disorder sufferers, CBD pre-treatment significantly reduced their anxiety, cognitive impairment and discomfort during a public speaking exercise3.
  • Cardiovascular health – When it comes to the health of the heart and blood vessels, CBD may help protect against vascular damage caused by consumption of high-glucose foods, inflammation and type 2 diabetes; plus, evidence suggests it can play a significant role in reducing associated vascular hyperpermeability (a cause of leaky gut in the digestive system)4.
  • Diabetes – Results from a study conducted in 2006 showed a significant reduction of diabetes among non-obese diabetic mice (diabetes occurred in just 30% of those treated with CBD, but occurred in 86% of those not treated); while treated mice also experienced considerably reduced insulitis5. Additionally, the 2005-10 National Health and Nutritional Survey – conducted on adults in the United States – discovered that marijuana-use (and, thus, consumption of CBD) was associated with 16% lower fasting insulin levels among the more then 4,500 participants6.
  • Nausea and vomiting – Cannabis has a long, centuries-long history of use in societies for helping with nausea and vomiting; among around 80 other cannabinoids, CBD has been proved by animal studies to be effective at reducing or eliminating them both (a 2012 study discovered it possessed anti-nausea and antiemetic properties when administered to rats7). 
  • Pain and inflammation – CBD may prove effective in modulating pain thanks to its ability to inhibit neuronal transmission via pain pathways; for instance, recent research found it successfully suppressed chronic inflammation and neuropathic pain in rodents8, while a 2007 study discovered that CBD was effective as a treatment for neuropathic pain among sufferers of multiple sclerosis9.
  • Seizures – A 2014 Stanford University survey into epilepsy and use of CBD-enriched cannabis saw an 84% drop in seizures among children, among whom 42% enjoyed more than an 80% reduction; the study also found further beneficial effects of CBD cannabis among sufferers, including increased alertness, improved mood and better sleep, although drowsiness and fatigue were reported as side-effects10. In the same year, another child-based study – involving sufferers of treatment-resistant epilepsy – revealed that nearly one in four (39%) of those who received an oil-based CBD extract experienced a 50% seizure reduction after three months11.
  • Other benefits – CBD is effective in modulating central nervous system (CNS) excitability and the immune system’s response to this condition12, 13, while further research suggests that it can enhance both musculoskeletal system function and joint health14. Numerous studies all extol its value in supporting the immune system.

Supplements

Liposomal CBD contain a mix of different Cannabinoids from various strains of Cannabis Sativa. The liposomal process, which is a separate subject in it’s own right, ensures a vastly higher level of absorption than most other CBD products available on the market. The extra cost is well worth it. The figure thats normally bandied around is 7-8 x better absorbed. The two products we provide both  use the same state-of-the-art, nano-particle liposomal technology – the only difference between the two being that the ‘professional strength’ is a little more concentrated, and is provided with a total of 300ml, whereas the ‘regular’ one is a total of 60ml and slightly less concentrated. Overall, the professional strength is around 20% cheaper per mg of actual CBD.

CBD-ProfessionalLiposomal CBD – Professional Strength 10 x 30ml (total of 300ml) – £319.99

Liposomal CBD (60ml) – £64.99)

What should I combine with CBD to further enhance the effects?

Obviously CBD works perfectly well by itself.  But CBD and Curcmin together are even better. So if you want to enhance the effects further, we recommend combining it with Curcumin which has some quite similar benefits to CBD, especially where is comes to supporting the immune system, cardiovascular health, reducing inflammation and helping with anxiety. (Neuro-chemical research has shown that Turmeric and Curcumin can increase Serotonin, noradrenaline and dopamine levels in the brain).

The owner of the company who manufacture the CBD and Curcumin we sell tells me he combines the two together, and this has an “amazing” effect on him. We provide two rather similar products – Liposomal Curcumin C3 Complex – 250ml which is just Curcumin and Liposomal Curcumin Turmerease – 250ml, which has a less concentrated amount of curcumin because it also contains ‘Cureit’ – which is CNTM (Complete Natural Turmeric Matrix). It’s almost impossible to say which one is better overall (they are both excellent products of course) but we have put what we hope is a helpful comparison table on both pages of the web site, which will help you decide which one to get. Obviously you can try both if you want to and see if you notice a difference between the two. If you decide to try both, we’d love to get your feedback. Write a review, and as always you’ll also get 500 reward points from us.

Further benefits of Curcumin and Turmeric (a few quick bullet points before you refuse to read any further)

  • Fights candida and other fungi
  • Good for gastrointestinal health
  • Promotes liver health

CBD and Curcumin References:

  1. Fernández-Ruiz J., Sagredo O., Pazos M. R., García C., Pertwee R., Mechoulam R. and Martínez-Orgado J. ‘Cannabidiol for neurodegenerative disorders: important new clinical applications for this phytocannabinoid?’. Br J Clin Pharmacol. Feb 2013; 75 (2): 323-33.
  2. Schier A. R., Ribeiro N. P., Silva A. C., Hallak J. E., Crippa J. A., Nardi A. E. and Zuardi A. W. ‘Cannabidiol, a Cannabis sativa constituent, as an anxiolytic drug’. Rev Bras Psiquiatr. Jun 2012; 34 Suppl 1: 104-10.
  3. Bergamaschi M. M. et al. ‘Cannabidiol Reduces the Anxiety Induced by Simulated Public Speaking in Treatment-Naïve Social Phobia Patients’. Neuropsychopharmacology. May 2011; 36 (6): 1,219–1226.
  4. Stanley C. P., Hind W. H. and O’Sullivan S. E. ‘Is the cardiovascular system a therapeutic target for cannabidiol?’. Br J Clin Pharmacol. Feb 2013; 75 (2): 313-22.
  5. Weiss L., Zeira M., Reich S., Har-Noy M., Mechoulam R., Slavin S. and Gallily R. ‘Cannabidiol lowers incidence of diabetes in non-obese diabetic mice’. Autoimmunity. Mar 2006; 39 (2): 143-51.
  6. Penner E. A., Buettner H. and Mittleman, M. A. ‘The Impact of Marijuana Use on Glucose, Insulin, and Insulin Resistance among US Adults’. Amjmed. Jul 2013; 126 (7): 583–589.
  7. Rock E. M. et al. ‘Cannabidiol, a non-psychotropic component of cannabis, attenuates vomiting and nausea-like behaviour via indirect agonism of 5-HT(1A) somatodendritic autoreceptors in the dorsal raphe nucleus’. Br J Pharmacol. Apr 2012; 165 (8): 2,620-34.
  8. Xiong W. ‘Cannabinoids suppress inflammatory and neuropathic pain by targeting α3 glycine receptors’. J Exp Med. Jun 2012; 209 (6): 1,121-34.
  9. Iskedjian M., Bereza B., Gordon A., Piwko C. and Einarson T. R. ‘Meta-analysis of cannabis based treatments for neuropathic and multiple sclerosis-related pain’. Curr Med Res Opin. Jan 2007; 23 (1): 17-24.
  10. Porter B. E. and Jacobson C. ‘Report of a parent survey of cannabidiol-enriched cannabis use in pediatric treatment-resistant epilepsy’. Epilepsy Behav. Dec 2013; 29 (3): 574–577.
  11. Devinsky O. et al. ‘Efficacy and safety of Epidiolex (Cannabidiol) in children and young adults with treatment-resistant epilepsy: initial data from an expanded program’. American Epilepsy Society. Abst. 3.303. 2014.
  12. Resstel L. B. et al. ‘5-HT1A receptors are involved in the cannabidiol-induced attenuation of behavioural and cardiovascular responses to acute restraint stress in rats’. Br J Pharmacol. Jan 2009; 156 (1): 181-8.
  13. Costa B. et al. ‘The non-psychoactive cannabis constituent cannabidiol is an orally effective therapeutic agent in rat chronic inflammatory and neuropathic pain’. Eur J Pharmacol. Feb 2007; 556 (1-3): 75-83.
  14. Malfait A. M. et al. ‘The nonpsychoactive cannabis constituent cannabidiol is an oral anti-arthritic therapeutic in murine collagen-induced arthritis’. Proc Natl Acad Sci USA. Aug 2000; 97 (17): 9,561-6.
Allertrex, Lung cleanse, Respiratory Health

Breathe easy: the benefits of a lung cleanse – and how to perform one

If you’re a keen follower of this blog – or even if you’re not – you’ll doubtless be aware that by performing regular cleanses of one’s colon, liver and kidneys, they can help ensure their digestive system is in rude health. But why stop there? Why, indeed. For while lung cleanses may not be as often referred to, they can be equally impactful on removing toxic materials and chemicals from the lungs, ensuring these critical organs function as they should and one’s respiratory health is in fine fettle. After all, nobody can survive for more than a few minutes without breathing air, so why wouldn’t you want to look after your lungs?

 

How to keep your lungs clean

The following are all excellent ways you might try a lung cleanse, so both your lungs can perform to their maximum potential and ensure good health – why not try one or two (or even them all)…?

  • Cut out the cigarettes – Yes, it’s a no-brainer; after all, it’s widely known by all and sundry that tobacco smoke deposits hazardous toxin-comprising tar in the lungs, which inhibits their mechanical functionality and greatly increases the chance of developing serious problems like emphysema and cancer

 

  • Cleanse your lungs via exercises – it’s simple; breathing exercises can both strengthen your lungs and, via clearing the airways, aid in the clearance of toxins, while that’s not even to mention the fact that deep-breathing pulls in more wonderful, much needed oxygen into the lungs

 

  • Consume lung-cleansing foods – a number of foods are great for promoting healthy functioning of the lungs, among them cayenne pepper, plantain leaves and pistachios; for instance, the latter comprise a Vitamin E type (gamma-tocopherol) that can work to decrease lung cancer risk, while cayenne peppers can lessen irritation in the lungs, not least at times of coughs and sore throats

 

  • Cut down on indoor air pollution – whenever air pollution gets mentioned, few of us think of it as something that occurs *indoors*, but home and building environments are often contaminated thanks to more than 1,000 mould and mildew species, pet dander, synthetic chemicals (via cleaning detergents) and, potentially, the likes of paint, carpet and upholstery; indeed, in these days of increasingly less draughty, more air-con-fitted homes, the problems are only increasing as the ‘bad air’ can’t escape so easily, so what’s the answer? It’s not an easy one, but you may find setting up an air-exchange or air purification system in your home helps.

 

  • Go the castor oil route – it may not sound the most agreeable solution, perhaps, but it’s believed that when placed on the chest, a castor oil pack can stimulate lymphatic circulation, help eliminate waste from the lungs and disperse congestion and toxins

 

  • Go the herbs and supplement route – finally, consuming deliciously tasty herbs such as chaparral, lobelia, elecampane, eucalyptus, lungwort, orange peel, oregano and osha root has been relied on by several of the world’s civilisations to help shift respiratory conditions; and, even better, you can turn to a naturally-derived, highly-regarded and readily available supplement (not least through us at The Finchley Clinic) that combines all these ingredients and more to do the same job:

 

Allertrex – a natural-herb-based lung cleanse supplement jam-packed full of organic and wildcrafted herbs that are renowned for their ability to support respiratory ailments, augment normal lung function and cleanse the lungs of harmful toxins.

Bowel Health, Probiotics

Running out of patience with the runs? How to prevent and treat diarrhoea

It’s far from a pleasant subject and it may not be particularly enticing to read about, but it’s well worth looking into if you’re a regular sufferer – yes, diarrhoea. The term is generally defined as the passing of stool that’s of liquid consistency more than three times in a day.

Like it or not, diarrhoea can strike all ages of people at any point in their lives. On average, adults tend to experience the condition up to four times a year, but it usually clears up on its own after a day or two. This form is considered acute or short-term diarrhoea; it generally doesn’t go on for more than three weeks. However, chronic or long-term diarrhoea’s a different matter, as it can pose a serious threat your health, likely being symptomatic of other problems. Chronic diarrhoea then lasts longer than three weeks and, as you may have guessed, is often related to bowel function disorders.

 

Diarrhoea causes

There are a number of potential causes of diarrhoea; while some tend to be short-lived, other are usually more prolonged and often more severe and/ or serious:

  • Bacterial infections enter the body when ingested via tainted food or water; common bacteria responsible for bringing on diarrhoea include salmonella, campylobacter, Escherichia coli (E. coli), and Shigella

 

  • Hepatitis and rotavirus are viral infections that may be identifiable because of diarrhoea; other such viral infections are Norwalk, cytomegalovirus and herpes simplex viruses

 

  • Basic intolerance to specific foods may also result in diarrhoea, often the likes of food colouring, milk sugar (lactose) and other additives can be culprits

 

  • Parasites (microscopic organisms) present in food or water consumed into the digestive system; these include Giardia lamblia, Cryptosporidium and Entamoeba histolytica

 

  • Sadly, some medications for the likes of blood pressure, such as antibiotic and antacid medications that contain magnesium, can be causes

 

  • Bowel disorders including celiac disease and irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)

 

  • Finally, surgeries including gallbladder removal and stomach surgery can be culprits; like it or not, they tend to throw things out of balance in the digestive system, at least for a time, thus in most cases things settle down and the diarrhoea passes following a successful operation.

 

Preventing diarrhoea

You can take steps yourself to prevent experiencing diarrhoea by avoiding both greasy and fibrous foods and foods that are particularly sweet. Also, try to cut down or completely cut out dairy products; they can be major aggravators of diarrhoea.

While you’re experiencing a diarrhoea bout, aim for a mostly liquid-based intake before slowly returning to soft foods such as plain rice and bananas. And, of course, don’t forget to chew food thoroughly – after all, this is the first part of the digestion process!

You might also try one or more diarrhoea supplements; several are available through us at The Finchley Clinic; they’re very well received by our customers for bowel calm, but specifically for helping with diarrhoea we suggest…

Saccharomyces boulardii – currently on special offer, it’s internationally acclaimed as the number one probiotic for diarrhoea, to help reduce discomfort and urgency and to restore control and regular bowel movements; a completely natural probiotic, it offers support for fast-acting bowel calm, comfort and control when needed most.

Androtex, Libido supplements, Men’s health

Is exercise the answer? Tips for stimulating your libido

Let’s face it; sexual disfunction’s an issue that doesn’t suffer from a lack of attention. It’s talked about a great deal in both health circles and the media. Yet, for those of a certain age (or those not) and those who suddenly find it’s something they’re suffering from, do they actually have the first idea how they might try to improve or even return their sexual desire?

Well, one of the best ways to stimulate your libido is to fall back on that old-fashioned way of stimulating the rest of your body – exercise! Here are some specific suggestions…

 

  • General exercise – impotency can be significantly helped by getting moving; those who take erectile dysfunction medication appear to reap best results when they combine it with exercise and this seems to have been proved by a study among men on hormone suppression therapy (to treat prostate cancer), as test subjects who exercised more than those who didn’t claimed they were more sexually active1

 

  • Women ought to exercise too – it’s not just about men in this regard, as unsurprisingly women suffering from depression and antidepressant side-effects can lose sexual desire; however, women’s physical response to and enjoyment of sexual activity appears to be enhanced thanks to exercise2

 

  • Exercising the mind – yes, mind over matter; a study that looked into perceived sexual stimulation (which used 128 women and 98 men as test cases) found that mental activity based around sexual imagination aided in the stimulation of arousal in every case3

 

  • Deep-breathing and stretching – sounds simple, doesn’t it? It is; merely taking the time and effort to deploy a spot of deep-breathing and stretching can also increase sexual drive and satisfaction4

 

  • Kegel exercises – essentially easy-to-perform floor exercises involving contraction and relaxation of pelvic muscles5, they’re great for affording these muscles a decent work-out and strengthening the lower abdomen’s muscles; they’re often highly recommended for women on the cusp of giving birth and for men seeking to regain specific muscle control following prostate removal, so no surprise then they can also enhance muscle performance for both sexes during intercourse

 

  • Go for a walk (especially on a nice day) – sure, this one might sound silly, basically owing to its simplicity, yet getting out of doors and ensuring you and your body’s able to absorb some marvellous health-giving sunlight can genuinely (so research proves) help increase sexual desire in both men and women6. Why? Because sunlight, thanks to its stimulation of Vitamin D synthesis and neurotransmitter function in the body, has the uncanny knack of driving up both energy generation and alertness.

 

  • Try a libido supplement – finally, failing all else (or perhaps in combination with all the above suggestions; why not?), men may like to try an entirely naturally-derived supplement revered for its delivery of good results when it comes to increased libido; available from The Finchley Clinic, we suggest Androtrex, which is designed to assist the male body in regulating proper hormone balance to generate superior vitality and normal libido and sexual drive.

 

 

References:

  1. Cormie P., Newton R. U., Taaffe D. R., Spry N., Joseph D., Akhlil Hamid M. and Galvão D. A. ‘Exercise maintains sexual activity in men undergoing androgen suppression for prostate cancer: a randomized controlled trial’. Prostate Cancer Prostatic Dis. 2013 Jun; 16 (2): 170-5. doi: 10.1038/pcan.2012.52.
  2. Lorenz T. A. and Meston C. M. ‘Acute exercise improves physical sexual arousal in women taking antidepressants’. Ann Behav Med. 2012 Jun; 43(3): 352-61. doi: 10.1007/s12160-011-9338-1.
  3. Goldey K. L. and van Anders S. M. ‘Sexual arousal and desire: interrelations and responses to three modalities of sexual stimuli’. J Sex Med. 2012 Sep; 9(9): 2315-29. doi: 10.1111/j.1743-6109.2012.02845.x.
  4. Bay R., Ismail S. B., Zahiruddin W. M. and Arifin W. N. ‘Effect of combined psycho-physiological stretching and breathing therapy on sexual satisfaction’. BMC Urol. 2013 Mar 25; 13: 16. doi: 10.1186/1471-2490-13-16.
  5. Bridgeman B. and Roberts S. G. ‘The 4-3-2 method for Kegel exercises’. Am J Mens Health. 2010 Mar; 4(1): 75-6. doi: 10.1177/1557988309331798.
  6. Kontula O. and Väisälä L. ‘How does summer affect sexual desire?’. Duodecim. 2013; 129 (13): 1375-8.
Crystal Energy, Detoxification, Heavy Metals, MegaHydrate

Megadeath to heavy metals: what detox via supplements can do for you

If you try to follow the latest advice and trends in the health world then you won’t fail to have noticed the term ‘detox’ crops up an awful lot. So much so, it might be said to be something of a health buzzword. It means, of course, attempting to remove unhealthy foreign entities that are clogging up parts of your body – and can be undertaken in a variety of ways. Fasting, eating more greens, sipping apple cider and taking high-quality supplements; you name it, you truly can run the gamut in order to detox yourself. But detox yourself of what exactly? You may have heard people undergoing a detox to cleanse their intestines, livers and kidneys, but have you ever heard of someone detoxing heavy metals? It’s far from a bad idea, to say the least – and has absolutely nothing to do with avoiding listening to hard rock music.

 

What exactly are heavy metals?

Basically, heavy metals can be described as dense (semi-)metallic elements that occur naturally in the earth’s soil and find their way into water sources. That said; there are numerous man-made heavy metals too. It ought to be noted that certain heavy metals aren’t hazardous to the human body in small doses (in fact, within these terms, the body actually needs them), but truly hazardous examples like cadmium, lead and mercury can quite happily bioaccumulate; meaning they’re absorbed by the body faster than it can rid itself of them.

So, exactly which heavy metals are we talking about here and what sources do they come from; what modern materials/ foods/ products are responsible for giving rise to them…?

  • aluminium (cookware and deodorants)
  • arsenic (eggs and poultry)
  • bismuth (make-up)
  • cadmium (batteries, cigarettes, coffee and hydrogenated oils)
  • lead (auto exhausts and building materials)
  • mercury (contact lens solution, dental fillings and seafood)
  • thallium (gasoline)

Evidently then, reducing your exposure to the likes of meats, low-quality seafood and hydrogenated oils and trying to use natural deodorants and beauty products will help you to avoid consuming these dangerous heavy metals. But what can you do if and when you do consume them? Well, first, let’s take a look at what they actually do in the body to understand why they should be avoided and a detox attempted…

 

What do heavy metals do in the body?

So, in simple terms, the 23 toxic heavy metals in existence, once inside the human body, are adept at interrupting normal cellular processes. They achieve this thanks to their uncanny ability to bind with protein sites, thus kicking out and replacing metals that naturally occur in our cells. What does this do? It inhibits mitochondria (the chemicals that are critical to making energy in cells), thus resulting in the likes of fatigue and far worse symptoms when heavy metal exposure is long-term. Not fun.

 

Heavy Metal toxicity symptoms

And. speaking of tell-take signs of heavy metal toxicity, there are a good many of them. Yet, while acute toxicity symptoms can be quite obvious to those in the know (breathing difficulties, impaired cognitive and motor skills, severe cramping, vertigo, vomiting and so on), signs of less severely affected health due to heavy metal exposure/ consumption are a more general – they include…

  • aching joints
  • acne
  • bad digestion/ bloating/ gas
  • difficulty digesting fats
  • excess sweating
  • fatigue
  • headaches
  • female health issues (involving hormones, infertility and pre-eclampsia)
  • middle-of-the-night insomnia
  • mood swings
  • severe food cravings

Don’t doubt it, though; if not tackled, heavy metal toxicity can lead to the development of diseases, such as Alzheimer’s, dementia, multiple sclerosis, Parkinson’s and even cancer. So, clearly far from good news. Yet, it’s not all gloomy, of course; thanks to detoxing, the nasty things heavy metals get up to in our bodies can be checked via them being flushed out.

 

How to detox heavy metals naturally

Natural, fundamentally healthy and safe ways to detox your body of heavy metals include:

  • Drinking generous amounts of filtered water
  • Regular physical exercise that induces a sweat
  • Maintaining a nourishing and anti-inflammatory diet to support your liver
  • Consuming naturally-derived, high-quality supplements

 

Heavy metal supplements

Yes, as you may have guessed we would, we’ve finally got around to the benefits to be gleaned from well-reviewed, proven and reliably safe-to-consume naturally-derived supplements; those deliberately designed, of course, to help combat heavy metals and flush them out of the body. The following two are especially popular and impressive products (both of them available through us at The Finchley Clinic) that people particularly rate thanks to their unique silica Microcluster technology – which sees their little spheres of silica isolate and encapsulate the heavy metals all the way to their ejection from the body:

Crystal Energy – currently on special offer, this product (in addition to containing silica Microclusters) can instantly turn water into liquid crystals, thus helping to increase flow of water and nutrients across cell membranes to a rate more than two-and-a-half times faster than ordinary water, thereby increasing cell hydration and, in turn, heavy metal detoxification.

MegaHydrate – also on special offer, this supplement comprises silica Microclusters, which can increase hydration, improve cells’ zeta potential to clean the blood, alkalise blood and drive detoxification.

Oxygen Products

What O2 does for you: are you oxygen deficient?

Being that it’s the third most abundant element in the entire universe, it might not surprise you to learn that humble, old oxygen is the most abundant element in the human body (which makes even more sense when you factor in that, despite all the chemicals in the Earth’s atmosphere, 20 percent of it up there’s made of oxygen1). In actual fact, a whopping 65 percent of our body mass is accounted for by oxygen2 – and, yes, that really does have everything to do with the fact it’s everywhere and all around us, so we’re breathing it in each and every second of our lives. Again, little surprise then that this odourless, colourless gas3 is so critically important for basic and healthy function in the human body. But just why and how? And, despite its abundance, are all of us actually getting enough oxygen?

 

What are the benefits of oxygen?

Oxygen is primarily necessary to enable the crucial process that’s known as cellular respiration – the breaking down of food in the body to provide its cells with energy so the body itself can properly function4, 5. In this process, oxygen’s called on to break down sugar in order to transform it into adenosine triphosphate (ATP), ensuring then it’s in a form absorbable by cells6; resulting in the by-products that are water and carbon dioxide (the latter, which is toxic, is removed from the body via respiration, of course).

Quite clearly then, the body requires an ever-ready supply of oxygen to function at all effectively – without it, a plethora of health issues will inevitably arise8. And yet, one study has discovered that laboratory mice, thanks to receiving supplemental oxygen, enjoyed increased T-cell counts, immune function and twice the lifetime of mice allowed normal oxygen levels7. So, could all of us do with receiving more oxygen? Well, exactly how much each of us needs (everyone clearly needs a lot, but some more than others) depends on things like general health, how active you are and how hydrated you are8. If you’re not doing well in those areas – yes, you probably could do with more oxygen in your body.

 

What are if you don’t get enough oxygen?

Quite clearly, it’s bad for your health. We’re not talking oxygen deprivation here per se; more oxygen deficiency. You can experience the latter over many months and years, with pollution and questionable indoor air quality often serving as culprits, as well as the very gradual decline of oxygen in the atmosphere9. And, like it or not, some experts have linked oxygen deficiency to tumour growth10, 11.

 

Oxygen supplements

So, how does one actually boost their oxygen intake? By breathing more? Well, no. One genuinely effective way is through naturally-derived supplementation. For instance, at The Finchley Clinic we’re presently finding two of our highly reputed oxygen products (Oxygen Elements Max and OxyLift; which, yes, essentially provide similar benefits) very popular. So much so, we’ve decided to make them both available on special offer – together. Why? Because a number of our customers find that one works for them better than the other; but many definitely find one of them of great benefit for their overall health. So why not take a look at them both – and try them out for yourself…?

Oxygen Elements Max – may help with the following issues: candida overgrowth, fatigue problems, joint issues (in conjunction with Silica Plus), poor immunity, respiratory problems and boosting athletic performance.

OxyLift – a synergistic blend of powerful nutritional supplements that provide oxygen, hydrogen, structured water, etheric respiration energies, major and trace minerals, enzymes and amino acids.

 

References:

  1. University of Florida. ‘Liquid Oxygen’. Environmental Health & Safety. University of Florida.
  2. Shyamala I. ‘Building Blocks of Life’. ASU – Ask A Biologist. Sep 2009.
  3. org. ‘Oxygen – Element Information, Properties and Uses | Periodic Table’. Royal Society of Chemistry.
  4. Alberts B., Johnson A., Lewis J. et al. ‘How Cells Obtain Energy from Food’. Molecular Biology of the Cell. 4th edition. New York: Garland Science; 2002.
  5. phy. ‘Cellular Respiration’. Hyperphysics.
  6. Encyclopædia Britannica. ‘Adenosine Triphosphate’. Encyclopædia Britannica Online. Encyclopædia Britannica Inc.; 2016.
  7. Hatfield S. M. et al. ‘Immunological mechanisms of the antitumor effects of supplemental oxygenation’. Science Translational Medicine. Vol. 7; Mar 2015; p. 277ra30. doi: 10.1126/scitranslmed.aaa1260.
  8. nih. ‘What Is Oxygen Therapy?’. National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute; Feb 2012.
  9. Scripps Institution of Oceanography. ‘Scripps O2 Program | Atmospheric Oxygen Research’. Scripps Institution of Oceanography.
  10. ‘An Introduction to Indoor Air Quality’. United States Environmental Protection Agency.
  11. University of Colorado Denver. ‘Lack of oxygen in cancer cells leads to growth and metastasis’. ScienceDaily; Sep 2012.
Healthy Gut, Immune health, Probiotics

Be proactive about gut health – boost your ‘good’ bacteria via probiotics

Did you know that bacteria can be beneficial to you? If you follow this blog, are a regular customer with us or have consumed probiotics in the past, you might well be. If you’re not or haven’t done any of those things, though, it could well be news to you. Yes, true; the wrong bacteria in the wrong place in our bodies can certainly do harm (hence why we use antibacterial products), but the right bacteria in the right parts of our bodies can do us considerable good. A case in point is, indeed, the consuming of probiotics.

If you’re unaware of exactly what probiotics are, well, it’s understandable. They’re something we hear about all the time in the media but aren’t actually explained very often.
A vast array of live micro-organisms that, once consumed and present in the digestive system, help promote good health in the digestive tract (the intestines and digestive organs) and the immune system, probiotics are commonly referred to as ‘good’ or ‘friendly’ bacteria – in contrast to ‘bad’ bacteria that cause bugs and diseases when they find their way into our bodies. We can consume probiotics through specific foods, drinks and, yes, naturally-derived supplements.

 

What are the benefits of probiotics?

So why are probiotics so good for our health? Well, research suggests they can help protect our bodies in two different ways. The first is all about what they do in the digestive tract. Here, their presence aids in ensuring a balance between the gut’s ‘good’ and ‘bad’ bacteria; the scales can be tipped in favour of the ‘bad’ due to poor diet, antibiotic over-reliance, stress, poor sleep hygiene and environmental factors. Thus, ‘bad’ bacteria dominance is highly common – which means consuming probiotics can genuinely make a difference to one’s health.

And, owing to their variety and versatility, there’s a large spread of benefits that different probiotics can deliver; the various types of probiotic being determined by their genus, species and strain level. Two of the most common ways to categorise probiotics are as:

  • Lactobacillus – experts believe there are more than 50 species of lactobacilli bacteria, usually to be found in the body’s digestive, urinary and reproductive systems. You can get your fill of them via fermented foods, such as certain yoghurts, and they can aid in treating conditions and diseases including antibiotic-related diarrhoea, bacterial vaginosis, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), lactose intolerance, respiratory infections, skin disorders (acne, canker sores, eczema and fever blisters), urinary tract infection and yeast infections.

 

  • Bifidobacteria – most of the colon’s ‘good’ bacteria can be classed as one of 30 species of bifidobacteria; although they take root in the intestinal tract shortly after birth (especially in breastfed babies), it’s important to maintain their levels for good gut health. Studies show bifidobacteria help boost tolerance in blood lipids and glucose and combat IBS and its symptoms (including discomfort, pain and bloating).

 

 

Probiotic supplements

Unfortunately, for different reasons, of course, some people aren’t able to extract all the probiotics their bodies need for good health from food alone. In which case, going the supplement route is a very good option. For instance, the following probiotic offerings from the Optibac range are all available through us at The Finchley Clinic – and are currently on special offer…

Optibac Probiotics for every day EXTRA STRENGTH – comprises five well-researched probiotic strains, including Lactobacillus acidophilus and Bifidobacterium bifidum, in an extra-strength dose of 20 billion live micro-organisms per capsule; also, results from a clinical trial suggest this supplement may reduce birch tree pollen sufferers’ symptoms (hayfever).

Optibac Probiotics for every day – a high-quality supplement containing five billion live probiotics per capsule, six probiotic strains and added prebiotics to help maintain, on a daily basis, digestive health, immunity and energy levels.

Optibac Probiotics for every day Max –promotes a healthy balance of ‘friendly’ bacteria throughout the entire intestinal tract; each capsule delivers 50 billion live micro-organisms.

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Combating candida: how much do you know about yeast infections?

It’s a fact; it’s hard to prevent some living organisms taking residence on or inside of your body. Sure, it’s far from pleasant to contemplate, but it’s reality; many of our bodies contain a bug of some kind at any one time. Like it or not, the intestinal tract is often home to a good number of harmful organisms and bacteria, one of which is the yeast infection known as candida albicans.

Now, everybody has some amount of candida in or on their bodies, like it or not, but should you have too much (referred to as candida ‘overgrowth’), then its influence can be negative and harmful to your health; an imbalance of candida may affect your mouth, skin and genitals and not just cause discomfort but even prove life-threatening. Yes, really.

So, with all that in mind, here follow some further must-know facts about yeast infections (and, in particular, those concerning candida)…

 

Candida occurrence in – and on – our bodies is common

As noted, there’s no immediate cause for concern when it comes to candida in or on the human body; it’s normal, both on the skin and in the gastrointestinal tract. And this is because, so long as you’re healthy, your immune system and – especially in the gut – the symbiotic bacteria are effective at keeping candida and many similar fungal species in check, in balance and not enabling them to ‘overgrow’. The trouble then comes if your immune system’s compromised; should that be the case, the result could be candida overgrowth and unpleasant symptoms.

 

You may find a yeast infection in your mouth

Far from appealing it may be, but it’s entirely likely that, should you suffer from a yeast infection at all, there’s a decent chance it’ll strike you orally. In this form, it’s commonly referred to as thrush (similar vaginal infections in women are due to a slightly different kind of yeast, in fact). It’s especially common in new-born babies but tends to move on quickly in this instance. Yet, like it or not, candida overgrowth can occur in around 25 percent of all adults, most often as a result of poor oral hygiene. Studies have found that where plaque, tartar and amalgam fillings are present, there’s a chance candida will be too1.

 

Vaginal yeast infections aren’t easy to tackle

If you want to prevent yeast infections afflicting your body then one of the best practices is undoubtedly the practice of good hygiene. That said, though, supposedly good-health-ensuring washing practices of the female genital areas may have the opposite effect. For instance, frequent douching may lead to yeast infections and even over-the-counter-bought medication products marked as anti-fungal have, now and again, been possible causes of vaginal candidiasis2. Additionally, intrauterine contraceptives (such as coils inserted into the uterus) appear to potentially result in candida infections3.

 

Asthma inhaler use could spur on candida

For asthma sufferers, inhalers are crucial for alleviating their symptoms, of course, but unfortunately research suggests that, among adults, use of an asthma inhaler for more than six months could possibly lead to oral candidiasis4. To be fair, though, for anyone the use of an inhaler or any kind of oral ‘appliance’ (such as dentures, retainers and mouth guards) could possibly help expose them to candida.

 

There’s a connection between candida and diabetes

Yes, bad news for those who already have to deal with living with diabetes on a daily basis – although they may already be aware of it already – because they’re more likely to develop a genital yeast infection than the diabetes-free. Why is this? Well, quite simply, the increased blood glucose levels that diabetes sufferers experience allow for the sort of terrain that enables yeast growth. Moreover, as diabetes has a tendency to lessen immune responses, the likelihood or repeat infections is high. Plus, while women are likelier to get Candida albicans and Candida glabrate infections, men who aren’t circumcised might well become infected with Candida balaritis5.

 

Candida feeds on carbs

Diet, as you may have expected, influences the candida levels present in your body’s digestive tract. To wit, if you want to reduce the chances of candida overgrowth here, you may want to curb the carbs. Research seems to suggest that a diet rich in carbohydrates makes it more likely someone will develop candida overgrowth than consumption of a diet rich instead in amino acids, fatty acids and proteins – it seems candida levels can get a boost instantly after anyone eats carbohydrates7.

 

Candida boosts the risk of developing MS

This one should be a big, glaring lighthouse-flashlight of a warning of candida overgrowth because, yes, the chances of developing multiple sclerosis (MS) appear to rise following a candida infection. The evidence? A case-control study made the link between MS and candida infection thanks to proving that, among its test subjects, MS sufferers experienced higher overall blood serum levels of candida than those without MS8.

 

Probiotics can provide protection from candida

It’s only fair to say that once it’s set up home in or on your body, candida can prove stubborn to shift, yet can usually be eliminated in two to six months; although whatever you turn to for treating an infection needs to be combined with a low-sugar and non-alcohol diet.

And, indeed, the especially good news is that there are many probiotic- and non-probiotic supplements on the market specifically produced to help prevent and fight candida overgrowth – and yeast infections, in general. Among the high-quality, natural candida supplements available through us at The Finchley Clinic are the following:

Candizolv – our suppliers inform us that this supplement is definitely effective against candida overgrowth; fat soluble, it establishes itself in the fat cells of your body, but is slowly released over time to weaken all fungal yeast cells, no matter where they are within the body

Wild Endive Formula A – maintains an acceptable balance of candida toxins, aiding the work of the liver, for those who may be concerned about a possible ‘die-off’ when undergoing a candida cleanse.

 

 

Fivelac – similar to Threelac but packing more of a punch (it contains five anti candida probiotic strains instead of three), this supplement’s a good candida fighter; not suitable for vegans as it contains a small amount of lactose.

 

References:

  1. Muzurovic S., Babajic E., Masic T., Smajic R. and Selmanagic A. ‘The relationship between oral hygiene and oral colonisation with Candida species’. Med Arh. 2012; 66 (6) :415-7.
  2. Ekpenyong C. E., Inyang-etoh E. C., Ettebong E. O., Akpan U. P., Ibu J. O. and Daniel N. E. ‘Recurrent vulvovaginal candidosis among young women in south eastern Nigeria: the role of lifestyle and health-care practices’. Int J STD AIDS. 2012 Oct; 23 (10): 704-9. doi: 10.1258/ijsa.2012.011382.
  3. Güdücü N., Gönenç G., Içi H., Yiiter A. B., Basüllü N. and Dünder I. ‘Clinical importance of detection of bacterial vaginosis, trichomonas vaginalis, candida albicans and actinomyces in Papanicolaou smears’. Clin Exp Obstet Gynecol. 2012; 39 (3): 333-6.
  4. Pinto C. R., Almeida N. R., Marques T. S., Yamamura L. L., Costa L. A. and Souza-Machado A. ‘Local adverse effects associated with the use of inhaled corticosteroids in patients with moderate or severe asthma’. J Bras Pneumol. 2013 Jun-Aug; 39 (4): 409-17. doi: 10.1590/S1806-37132013000400003.
  5. Nyirjesy P. and Sobel J. D. ‘Genital mycotic infections in patients with diabetes’. Postgrad Med. 2013 May; 125 (3): 33-46. doi: 10.3810/pgm.2013.05.2650.
  6. Fidel P. L. Jr. ‘Immunity to Candida’. Oral Dis. 2002; 8 Suppl 2: 69-75.
  7. Hoffmann C., Dollive S., Grunberg S., Chen J., Li H., Wu G. D., Lewis J. D. and Bushman F. D. ‘Archaea and fungi of the human gut microbiome: correlations with diet and bacterial residents’. PLoS One. 2013 Jun 17; 8 (6): e66019. doi: 10.1371/journal.pone.0066019. Print 2013.
  8. Benito-León J., Pisa D., Alonso R., Calleja P., Díaz-Sánchez M. and Carrasco L. ‘Association between multiple sclerosis and Candida species: evidence from a case-control study’. Eur J Clin Microbiol Infect Dis. 2010 Sep; 29 (9): 1139-45. doi: 10.1007/s10096-010-0979-y. Epub 2010 Jun 17.
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Perfect for protein: 10 protein foods for vegans and vegetarians

Like it or not, we can’t get away from it; Western culture has a love affair with eating protein – especially in the UK. And this has ensured that vegans and vegetarians seem to receive little respite from all the questions they get about their choice to go meat-free – in spite of the fact that it’s relatively easy to cater a non-meat diet so one might receive enough of the muscle-building and low blood sugar-combating nutrient that’s protein.

And, when you look into it, all of the non-meat protein options that are possible really shouldn’t come as any surprise. After all, so-called incomplete proteins (such as nuts and whole grains) are capable of blending together to generate ‘complete protein’, which is then brimming with all nine of the essential amino acids that the body very much needs but isn’t capable of producing on its own.

Here follows then a list of some of the best vegan/ vegetarian foods available for providing the human body with health-giving protein:

 

Chia seeds

(2.5 grams of protein per tablespoon)

Serving suggestion: add them to a vegan smoothie

On their own, chia seeds don’t contain an abundance of protein (but some, certainly), yet they do feature the essential amino acids we need – yes, all nine of them. Moreover, as they’re capable of stabilising blood sugar thanks to their combined protein, fat and fibre content, they’re an all-round nutritious food, to say the least. Plus, the specific Omega-3 fatty acids they also comprise (alpha-linolenic acid) can help contribute to lowering the risk of heart disease.

 

Soybeans (and soy products)

(2-21 grams of protein per half-cup)

Serving suggestion: dry roasted soybeans as snacks or in nut and dried fruit mixes, tempeh can be steamed or pan-fried are feature instead of meat in a sandwich, while edamame (immature soybeans in a pod) works as an appetiser and soymilk is ideal with oatmeal.

Owing to how much bang for your buck soybeans deliver in the protein department, they undoubtedly make for great snacks – indeed, a half-cup’s worth of delicious dry roasted soybeans is packed with as much of 18 grams of protein. In terms of other soy-derived products, you might opt for steamed soybeans (4 grams protein per half-cup), tofu (10 grams protein per half-cup) or soy milk (2 grams protein per half-cup), not least as they also offer magnesium, a mineral which is great for aiding muscle development, energy generation and carb metabolism.

 

Hemp seed

(3.3 grams of protein per tablespoon)

Serving suggestion: hemp seeds can be added to both cereals and salads (just sprinkle them on top) or in mixed into shake-drinks, ideally after workouts.

Don’t be put off by the marijuana connotation, hemp seeds aren’t intoxicating in the slightest, yet they’re hugely nutritious. Brimming with fibre and Omega-3 fatty acids, they’re capable therefore of contributing to the battle some have to face against heart disease, metabolic syndrome and obesity.

 

Quinoa

(4 grams of protein per half-cup)

Serving suggestion: you might try pairing quinoa with vegetable beans as a constituent part of a meal, while it can also be used as an excellent ingredient in the making of a veggie burger.

There are few trendier foods around today than this ancient grain (approximately 1,400 different quinoa products are in existence; yes, really!). So, what’s the appeal? Well, it possesses more protein than many similar grain-based food and is rich in fibre, heart-healthy unsaturated fats and the L-arginine amino acid; the latter being likely to promote muscle growth as opposed to that of fat in the body.

 

Spinach

(5 grams of protein per cup)

Serving suggestion: there’s actually many things you can do with a serving of spinach, but there’s probably nothing better than adding it old favourites like omelettes, salads and stir-fries.

 

Peas

(8 grams of protein per cup)

Serving suggestion: add them as a vegetable side as you would to a meat-as-protein meal (without meat, peas are great protein providers for any meal)

Popeye may not like it, but common, too-often-considered-bland peas contain more protein than spinach, relatively speaking. Should you enjoy a ‘cup’ portion of them a day, they’ll also account for 100 percent of your daily intake of Vitamin C, aiding the healthy maintenance of your immune system, among other things.

 

Lentils

(18 grams of protein per cup)

Serving suggestion: give them a go in a soup

Lentils are a terrific option for vegans and vegetarians when it comes to their protein needs. One ‘cup’ serving offers as much protein as three eggs, while their high fibre content ensures they sate hunger very effectively and can reduce fat gain too. Moreover, studies suggest that those whose diets comprise at least four servings a week of legumes enjoy lower cholesterol levels and weight reduction.

 

Shelled pumpkin seeds

(9 grams of protein per ounce)

Serving suggestion: add them to salads or rice dishes or eat them raw

Great for the minerals that are the energy-boosting magnesium, phosphorus and zinc, pumpkin seeds are also packed full of protein – how’s that for a mainstay of Hallowe’en more used to scaring the kids!

 

Almonds

(6 grams of protein per ounce)

Serving suggestion: as they can help you burn fat and carbs during workouts, have a daily serving of almonds before you pop to the gym

Terrific for weight-loss – as much as anything else, that is – the tasty nuts that are almonds have been found in studies to be more effective than a mixture of complex carbohydrates and safflower oil in reducing one’s weight, as part of a calorie-restricted diet. Indeed, this research discovered that in less than six months, the consumption of almonds had contributed to weight loss and reduction in body mass index (BMI) of 62 percent among test subjects.

 

Cashews

(5 grams of protein per ounce)

Don’t just stick to almonds when it comes to your nut-derived protein, though; not only are we talking about the superior protein contributions cashews can make here, but also the fine source of magnesium and biotin they offer. The former mineral’s great for relieving constipation, augmenting cognitive function and improving the immune system, while the latter contributes to the good health of hair and nails.

 

Natural protein supplements

Alternatively, of course, you may find there’s a number of the above foods that simply aren’t for you; you simply can’t eat them – perhaps because of a nut allergy, for instance. In that scenario you can boost your nutritional intake (in addition to non-meat protein foods) through high-quality, naturally derived supplementation. The following examples are both available through us at The Finchley Clinic:

Pure Vegan Pea Protein – a blend of protein derived from golden pea kernels; it’s vegan-certified, lactose, gluten and cholesterol free, features no artificial flavours and no dairy or sweeteners.

Organic Cold Milled Hemp Protein – a tasty, raw, 100 percent-certified organ protein food that contains even more of the nutrient than meat, fish, eggs, dairy and soya; easy to digest and cholesterol-free.

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