Probiotics confirmed for positive health impacts

What we know for sure About 12 months ago I reviewed the state of probiotic research in this article (published on our sister site uni-vite.com/microbiotic): Best probiotic strains for a healthy gut – Microbiotic Plus Probiotics (uni-vite.com). I do recommend you read it – because there is no doubt that the health of your microbiome … Read more

High Omega-3 linked to 5 years longer lifespan

High Omega-3 is linked to 5 years longer lifespan A new study in The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition has found that having higher levels of Omega-3 fatty acids in the blood predicts a lower mortality rate in people over the age of 65 years. And suggests a potential increase in lifespan of up to … Read more

Health facts every woman should know

As you get older, changes to a woman’s body bring health challenges Here’s how you can deal with them From about age 50 onwards, changes in a woman’s body bring health challenges you do need to address. The good news is that – if you do – your health can be better than ever, and … Read more

Plant flavonoids help prevent cancer and heart disease

Study reveals powerful health-protective fruit and vegetable nutrients One obvious way to live healthier for longer is to avoid heart disease and cancer. The Edith Cowan University in Australia just issued an analysis of the diets of more than 53,000 Danish people over a 23-year period. They found that people who regularly ate foods rich … Read more

Probiotics may help reduce child obesity

Research shows antibiotics may be the trigger One in five of UK school age children is actually obese – a significant risk factor for long term health. But new research suggests it may not just be for the obvious reasons – too much food and too little exercise. An unexpected trigger may be antibiotics. We … Read more