Aloe Vera for IBS

April 28, 2020Bev Dunne

When I began writing articles some 16 years ago, I remember one of my first articles was about the therapeutic benefits of Aloe Vera Juice.  Aloe Vera Juice had at that time become very popular for treating Irritable Bowel Syndrome. The response to that particular article was quite amazing.  We had many customers returning to tell us they had finally been able to gain relief from their IBS symptoms by taking Aloe Vera juice. I remember one lady was ecstatic as for the first time in years she no longer suffered from alternating constipation and diarrhea, plus constant bloating and discomfort.

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The ABC of MCT

April 28, 2020Bev Dunne

We’re all aware Coconut Oil has become popular over the past few years for its many health benefits.  Most of these health benefits are as a result of the MCTs (Medium Chain Triglycerides) contained in coconut oil.

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Will flu season ever end?

April 28, 2020Bev Dunne

Yes, I know it is sometimes hard to believe, after suffering such a debilitating flu as many people have suffered in the past couple of months, that you will ever regain normal health.  

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Treatment of Osteoporosis

April 28, 2020Bev Dunne

I’m sure we are all aware, when it comes to bone health Calcium and Vitamin D are generally the ‘go to’ supplements.  However, it is becoming more evident that Vitamin K2 plays an essential role in our bone health.

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War On Waste, Plastic Free

April 27, 2020Bev Dunne

We are constantly trying to reduce our plastic waste and waste in general in the shop, at Nourish and at home. It does require more time and effort so we do what we can afford to now, and implement initiatives incrementally so the change is less overwhelming to maintain. For example, we've recently chucked the plastic Go Vita Health Club membership cards. 95% of the time, we can find our members in our database faster then they can find their card,

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Vitamin Camu Camu

April 27, 2020Bev Dunne

Last week I wrote about the benefits of Inca Inchi, one of the many superfoods now being discovered in South America.  Another of these superfoods, which is now becoming more well known is the Camu Camu berry.  One of the most amazing health benefits of Camu Camu is its Vitamin C content.  This fruit has one of the highest concentrations of Vitamin C of any food!! 

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Bee Pollen - A Complete Energy Food

April 27, 2020Bev Dunne

How many people feel these days like their bodies are running on 2 cylinders instead of 6? Most people unfortunately pay more attention to the grade of petrol they put in their car than they do to the grade of food they put into their body! For radiant health you need a good supply of essential nutrition.  It is not a matter of just filling your stomach, your body must have enough vitamins, minerals and enzymes to function.  

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Get High on Health with Hemp

April 27, 2020Bev Dunne

There has been much talk of late about the health benefits of hemps seeds.  To avoid any confusion however I must clarify, the hemp seeds I’m writing about do not contain THC which is the active ingredient in marijuana. Marijuana and hemp originate from the same plant species Cannabis sativa, however from different varieties. So, no you’re not going to get high from Hemp Seeds however you are going to get healthy!!

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Bad Breathe & Body Odour Helped By Chlorophyll

April 27, 2020Bev Dunne

As embarrassing as these problems may be, it is important to know there may well be some simple solutions when trying to address these conditions.  One of these solutions is to take a chlorophyll supplement. As many would know, chlorophyll is this amazing green substance found in plants which stores sunlight and transforms it into energy.

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Feeling Tired? Read Bev's Secret

April 27, 2020Bev Dunne

Yes, it’s only a few weeks to Christmas and maybe you’re already tired thinking about all you need to achieve before then!!   However, don’t despair – I’m going to let you into my special secret.   I always start taking a fantastic Chinese herbal formula at this time of the year and believe me, from past experience I can tell you it works extremely well for me in these hectic times.  For many years I found I was exhausted by the time Christmas Day arrived and then I had to drag myself through January, the busiest month of the year for our business.

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