Lycopene is the natural pigment that gives tomatoes, watermelon, and pink grapefruit their rich red colour. But it’s more than just looking pretty on your plate. Lycopene is a potent antioxidant, helping fight free radicals that can damage cells and DNA. 

Zinc is a mighty little mineral involved in hundreds of processes in the body. It helps your immune cells do their job, keeps inflammation in check, and supports wound healing, too. In other words, zinc is working hard behind the scenes to keep you healthy.

Oregano oil comes from the leaves of the Origanum vulgare plant and is packed with two major compounds: carvacrol and thymol. As we now know these guys are known for their antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, and antioxidant superpowers.

Basically, they help fight off nasty bugs in our gut, calm inflammation, and support better digestion overall.

When you think of oregano, there’s no doubt we probably picture a garden filled with fragrant herbs. But his humble kitchen staple is also a natural powerhouse when it comes to fighting off microbes.  Oregano isn't just tasty, it's tough.

Last week I wrote about herbs which may be beneficial at this time of the year for our immunity especially when trying to avoid to treat colds, flu and viruses. If you’ve ever been knocked down by a lingering cough or blocked sinuses, which I know many have, oregano (particularly oregano oil) might be worth a second look.

We’re a month into winter, and boy, hasn’t it hit us hard. It seems every second person I speak to has a cold or some other lurgy. At this time of the year, we are often asked for our advice on the best supplements to prevent and treat colds, flu and viruses.

Matcha green tea however has also become very popular over the years, and we’re often asked just what the differences are between matcha green tea and regular green tea.

Candida is always present in our bodies, with a small amount of it residing in our mouth and intestines assisting with our digestion. However, when we suffer from an overgrowth of candida, leaky gut syndrome will occur where the candida will penetrate the wall of the intestines and be absorbed into the blood stream leading to many health problems.

Aloe Vera Juice has been found to be beneficial in aiding gastrointestinal health. It is believed to enhance digestion plus restore the balance of good and bad bacteria in the gut and bowel. It has also been found to be an excellent anti-inflammatory to the gut and bowel.

For a few years now there has increasingly been more information being released on the therapeutic benefits of Lycopene, particularly when it comes to prevention of cardiovascular disease and cancer. We all know the Mediterranean diet is a healthy diet, particularly when it comes to heart health.