What to look for when choosing supplements

Just like skincare, ‘natural’ products and packaged foods, not all supplements are created equal. But what does that actually mean?  Three key things to look for are the dosage of the nutrients or active compounds, any excipients used in making the supplement and lastly, the raw materials from which the nutrients or active compounds have been derived – they’ll either come from […]

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Taking medications with herbal medicines – what you need to know

If you’re taking prescribed medication(s), or you have a diagnosed medical condition, it’s important you discuss any supplements you would like to take with an experienced health professional who knows about herbs. One of the reasons herbal medicines can be so beneficial, is that they do not work in a linear, or singular way. A […]

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