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BIOVEA Pueraria Mirifica for Breast Health – 250mg (100 Capsules)
R495.00Add to cartPueraria Mirifica: Designed for superior breast health support & daily breast care
• Breast health support
• Menopausal issues (hot flashes & night sweating)
• Against psoriasis
• Helps acne and pimples
• Anti-ageing & anti-wrinkle
• Stronger nails
• Facial skin is smoother and less oily
• Better, faster & stronger hair growth
• Increase in healthy vaginal moisture and sex driveWhat is Pueraria Mirifica?
Pueraria mirifica, also known as Kwao Krua, is a root found in northern and north eastern Thailand and Myanmar. In Thailand, the plant “Kwao Krua” is considered to be a rejuvenating adaptogenic herb and has a history of use in folk medicine. Although the name “Kwao Krua” had been applied to several species of plants having tuberous roots, it was definitively identified as Pueraria mirifica in 1952 from which an unusual estrogenic phenol miroestrol was isolated. There are two kinds of Kwao Krua roots, namely white and red. The White Kwao Krua is the herb used by females and the Red Kwao Krua is the herb used by males. White Kwao Krua has a high concentration of phytoestrogens, while Red Kwao Krua is used by males and has aldosterone, which is a natural hormone.
What does Pueraria Mirifica do?
Pueraria Mirifica not only improves the nutritional support the woman’s body but speeds up the process of enhancing the breasts and has the ability to maintain the increasing breast size permanently. A perfect choice for menopausal issues. It also improves nutritional support for breast care and the firmness of the breast and cleavage. Pueraria Mirifica is a real “multifunctional” plant which works perfectly when taken correctly. Your body will feel younger, energic and looks healthier. Your skin will be beautiful, in top condition, full of nutrients and feel smooth and elastic.
Pueraria Mirifica is not just for breast enlargement & firming. It also help to promote healthier skin. It’s good for women who suffer all kinds of skin problems. Hair growth is better and stronger after 3-8 weeks of daily usage, your scalp feels like it has been “reborn”. First signs of effects are usually skin related. Facial skin feel less oily and more elastic, this usually happens between 10 and 30 days. At this point breasts will start to get firmer while Pueraria Mirifica does its miracle work. Not only does it improve the nutritional support for the female body, but speeds up the process of enhancing the breasts. Pueraria Mirifica has the ability to maintain the increasing breast size permanently. Phytoestrogens promote breast tissue development and stimulate the development of mammary tissues.
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EuroVital Melatonin for Healthy Sleep – 10mg (60 Capsules)
R475.00Read moreMelatonin: Promotes Healthy Sleep Patterns
In numerous studies, Melatonin was shown to:
• May help combat insomnia
• Enhance sleep quality
• Fight jet lag symptoms
• Supports healthy ageing
• Supports mood & mental health
• May help decrease ocular pressureWhat is Melatonin and where does it come from?
Melatonin is the hormone responsible for regulating the body’s biological clock. It is produced by the pineal gland, which is located in the brain. Melatonin helps to regulate sleep. During daylight, the pineal gland in the brain produces the neurotransmitter serotonin, but at night, the pineal gland stops producing serotonin and instead makes melatonin. This melatonin release helps trigger sleep.
Why take Melatonin?
• Insomnia: The ability to fall asleep and stay asleep may get a boost from melatonin supplementation. Some studies of young and elderly adults have shown that taking a small amount of melatonin before bedtime helps to both hasten sleep and improve its quality. These benefits were seen in insomniacs as well as in individuals who struggle with only occasional sleep problems.
• Sleep problems caused by pain or stress: Frequent night-time awakenings can occur as a result of chronic pain or stress. In such situations, melatonin may help by encouraging sounder slumber.
• Jet lag: If you’re working a night shift or are traveling across time zones, melatonin supplements may help your body to overcome any disorientation and quickly reestablish a normal sleep pattern. Recent studies of airline personnel and others who travel long distances found that melatonin supplements significantly relieved jet lag symptoms. This was true regardless of whether they were flying eastbound or westbound. However, not all studies have found melatonin to be superior to a placebo for such jet lag symptoms as fatigue, daytime sleepiness and impaired alertness.
• Anti-Ageing: Animal research indicates that melatonin may be of value in extending life–elderly mice administered the supplement lived 25% longer than their cohorts in one study–although much more investigation is needed before firm conclusions can be made about its value for humans in this regard. Melatonin’s antioxidant properties may help to stave off illnesses commonly related to ageing, such as heart disease and cataracts. The hormone may boost immune-system function as well, which can weaken with age.
• Mood Support: number of people who feel quite normal and energetic in summer become depressed and sluggish in winter, when sunlight is weaker and less abundant. Low melatonin levels may also be present in individuals who react in this way. Taking a melatonin supplement in the afternoon or evening may help improve mood and combat negative emotions associated with winter.
• Ocular Pressure: Taken in small amounts, Melatonin has been
shown to lower pressure in the eyes. Since studies have only been done on healthy eyes, it is uncertain whether melatonin would be an effective treatment for glaucoma.Who needs it and what are the symptoms of deficiency?
It is largely thought that as people age, their bodies produce less melatonin. Deficiencies can lead to insomnia. The production of melatonin varies according to the amount of light you’re exposed to; more melatonin is produced at night than during the day, and your body produces more melatonin in a completely dark room than in a dimly lit one.
Stress, illness, and ageing are the culprits that can speed up this deficiency in Melatonin. Recent research has shown that Melatonin is one of the most powerful antioxidants. The problem of insomnia is helped significantly with Melatonin intake. Most people report a calm deep sleep; some report more dreams and also a good nights rest.
How much should be taken? Are there any side effects?
Melatonin researchers themselves have yet to determine the optimum doses for various users. Individual needs vary considerably depending on differences in metabolism. For purposes of sleep, larger doses are not necessarily more effective than smaller doses. (If you feel groggy the next morning, the dose you have taken was too high; if you do not experience a deep restful sleep, your dose may have been too low). Research findings indicate that the lowest potency of melatonin can usually induce natural sleep patterns or help us to cope with jet lag. However they determined that the highest potencies are needed by seniors 65 years of age and older.
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BIOVEA 5 HTP for Anxiety & Depression – 100mg (90 Capsules)
R545.00Add to cart5-HTP: A Natural Solution for Anxiety and Depression
• Helps alleviate anxiety & stress
• Promotes healthy sleep patterns
• Suppresses appetite
• Lessens the discomfort of migraine headaches
• Strengthens heart, metabolism & immunityWhat is 5-HTP and where does it come from?
5-HTP is naturally produced in the body. It can also be found in various plants including the seeds ofgriffonia simplicifolia, a West African shrub.
5-HTP TR 100mg Time Release is an amino acid that naturally increases the body’s level of serotonin, which helps balance emotions, behavior, appetite and sleep.
100% vegetarian and utilising a controlled delivery system, 5-HTP releases its potent ingredients slowly over a period of 12 hours, which allows for it to be absorbed into the blood stream more efficiently.
What does 5-HTP do?
While studies are still being carried out, research has shown that 5-HTP can help improve mood, relieve headache discomfort, reduce anxiety and stress, promote healthy sleep and assist with appetite control, which can greatly aid with weight loss.
Who needs 5-HTP?
Anyone who seeks to improve his or her mood, behavior, appetite or sleep may benefit from taking 5-HTP.
Does 5-HTP have any side effects?
There is a risk of mild symptoms of nausea often experienced during the first few weeks of taking 5-HTP.
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EuroVital DHEA for Body Balance Functions – 100mg (180 Capsules)
R995.00Add to cartDHEA: One of the most essential elements in the human body to help balance body functions.
Benefits:
– Vitality and higher energy levels
– Extended life and improved mood
– Slows the ageing process
– Resistance to disease
– Reduces the ill effects of stress
– Decreased body fat
– Weight control
– Enhanced sex drive -
NewtonEverett Vialafil XR & Tongkat Potent Erections & Libido – 30 Capsules
R425.00Add to cartWhat is Vialafil XR?
Vialafil XR contains a new enhanced proprietary formula with Tongkat designed to improve endurance and the quality of men’s erections. It is a proprietary formulated capsule consisting of proven high expansion vasodilators that can promote healthy erectile function.
What is Tongkat?
Tongkat has been shown to support male hormonal balance (including testosterone availability), libido and performance.
Tongkat is used traditionally to enhance energy levels, endurance and stamina. Tongkat greatly increases ATP production.
ATP, or adenosine triphosphate, is the basic unit of energy in the body, responsible for keeping us alive and going.By increasing ATP, overall energy and vitality are increased. Most men seek more energy and Tongkat provides its without hyperstimulation, jittery nerves or insomnia. Testosterone doesn’t stay with us. From age 30 or so, blood levels of this hormone decline at a rate of about 2 percent per year. By age 50, the level is around 55 percent.
As testosterone decreases energy and sex drive all begin to declineBenefits:
– Increased sex drive
– Larger and firmer erections
– Improved sexual satisfaction
– Powerful, Intense orgasms
– Increases blood circulation to the genitals.
– Increased stamina
– Longer, thicker, harder penis during erection.
– Longer, thicker, larger penis even when you are relaxed and not sexually aroused -
Foligain Advanced 2% Minoxidil Hair Regrowth Shampoo for Men & Women
R635.00Add to cartDeep Cleansing Hair Loss Solution with Powerful Minoxidil and Trioxidil® Blend + DHT Blockers
• Deep cleansing hair regrowth shampoo with stimulating bioactives
• Only FOLIGAIN® FOR MEN Hair Regrowth Shampoo contains Trioxidil® and
Minoxidil for Maximum Performance
• Trioxidil’s triple action targets the main causes of hair loss
• With high-performance DHT blockers
• Minoxidil is clinically proven to regrow hair and prevent thinning
• Moisture-lock seals in nutrients and restores scalp health
• With clinically studied ingredients
• No parabens, sulfates or phthalatesFOLIGAIN® Hair Regrowth Shampoo is expertly formulated for men and women suffering from hair loss or thinning hair. Our revolutionary formula is the first to combine clinically proven Minoxidil with Trioxidil, a triple action hair regrowth complex that works fast to deliver fuller, thicker, and healthier-looking hair.
Male Pattern Baldness occurs when enzymes called 5α-reductases convert healthy testosterone to DHT. DHT causes hair follicles to shrink and the growth phase to shorten. Blocking DHT from the scalp it the key to ending hair loss. The next thing you need is a product with the proper ingredients to promote circulation to the scalp, increasing hair growth. The final thing to look for is nutrients to feed the healthy and new hair follicles, so hair will be healthy.Minoxidil and Trioxidil work together to revitalize hair follicles and help prevent hair loss by stimulating the extracellular matrix of the scalp and blocking harmful DHT. Using advanced mechanisms, this shampoo will help build the necessary proteins for healthy hair growth, superior hair anchoring, and scalp health.
These ingredients have gone through rigorous testing and research to ensure the best support for hair growth, scalp health and follicle health.Only FOLIGAIN contains Trioxidil, a triple action anti-thinning complex developed by a team of hair care experts, with bioactive ingredients clinically shown to help revitalize hair and scalp health.
Stronger, Thicker, Fuller Hair
Helps to boost necessary proteins for hair that’s denser and full of body. Proteins are a key element in hair health, providing nutrients to create a shiny, thick head of hair. When each hair follicle is bombarded by the right kind of protein, hair is rejuvenated, creating a more youthful and healthy look.Targeted Hair Regrowth
Bioactives target the main causes of thinning, helping to fortify follicles from within for younger-looking hair. Thinning subsides quickly and is replaced with regrowth and replenishment!Helps Improve Scalp Health
A healthy scalp provides the right environment for better hair. Moisture-lock technology seals in nutrients and skin moisture to help reduce irritation and provide a healthy base for new, healthy hairs to grow.What is Minoxidil?
Minoxidil was first created as a blood pressure medication but patients began to notice they were growing more hair! With a change of direction, doctors started prescribing minoxidil as a hair-loss supplement that promotes a full, healthy head of hair.
Minoxidil hair treatments are available in 5% or 2% propylene glycol topical solutions. The propylene glycol ensures that the applied minoxidil is spread evenly across the scalp area and effectively absorbed through the skin.
How Does Minoxidil Work?
MINOXIDIL stimulates the scalp area—specifically the deadened hair follicles—which exerts maximum hair growth on the crown of the head for men and women. The exact way Minoxidil stimulates hair follicles is not known, but is suggested that the solution improves blood circulation to the scalp area.
For Best Results:
Use together with our FOLIGAIN HAIR REGROWTH CONDITIONER For Men or For Women with 2% Trioxidil, FOLIGAIN HAIR REGROWTH TREATMENT For Men or For Women with 10% Trioxidil, and FOLIGAIN HAIR REGROWTH SUPPLEMENT 120 Caplets. -
EuroVital DHEA for Body Balance Functions – 10mg (30 Capsules)
R199.00Add to cartDHEA: One of the most essential elements in the human body to help balance body functions.
Benefits:
– Vitality and higher energy levels
– Extended life and improved mood
– Slows the ageing process
– Resistance to disease
– Reduces the ill effects of stress
– Decreased body fat
– Weight control
– Enhanced sex drive -
Foligain Advanced Hair Regrowth Treatment for Men (2oz/59ml) – 5% Minoxidil & 5% Trioxidil
R695.00Add to cartBreakthrough Hair Regrowth Treatment for Men with 5% Trioxidil® and 5% Minoxidil Clinically Shown the Help Regrow Hair.
• Easy-to-apply 5% Minoxidil + Trioxidil hair regrowth topical treatment
• Only FOLIGAIN® Advanced Hair Regrowth Treatment For Men contains Trioxidil®
and Minoxidil for Maximum Performance
• Trioxidil’s triple action targets the main causes of thinning hair
• With high-performance DHT blockers
• Minoxidil is clinically proven to regrow hair and prevent thinning
• Fast & effective hair growth
• Moisture-lock seals in nutrients and restores scalp health
• With clinically studied ingredients
• Not tested on animals
• No parabens, sulfates or phthalatesFOLIGAIN’s revolutionary topical blend of clinically proven, pure and potent 5% Minoxidil with breakthrough 5% Trioxidil® complex is an effective and unique hair loss solution for men with fine or thinning hair. This powerful blend revitalizes the hair and scalp, inspiring regrowth at a quick pace for visible results.
Male Pattern Baldness occurs when enzymes called 5α-reductases convert healthy testosterone to DHT. DHT causes hair follicles to shrink and the growth phase to shorten. Blocking DHT from the scalp it the key to ending hair loss. The next thing you need is a product with the proper ingredients to promote circulation to the scalp, increasing hair growth. The final thing to look for is nutrients to feed the healthy and new hair follicles, so hair will be healthy.
This advanced Trioxidil and Minoxidil formula with powerful Trichogen™ and Procapil™ works to revitalize hair follicles and help prevent hair loss. These ingredients have gone through rigorous testing and research to ensure the best support for hair growth, scalp health and follicle health. By stimulating the extracellular matrix of the scalp using advanced mechanisms, it helps build the necessary proteins for healthy hair growth and superior hair anchoring, block DHT, and support overall scalp health.
Only FOLIGAIN contains Trioxidil, a triple action anti-thinning complex developed by a team of hair care experts, with bioactive ingredients clinically shown to help revitalize hair and scalp health.
Stronger, Thicker, Fuller Hair
Helps to boost necessary proteins for hair that’s denser and full of body. Proteins are a key element in hair health, providing nutrients to create a shiny, thick head of hair. When each hair follicle is bombarded by the right kind of protein, hair is rejuvenated, creating a more youthful and healthy look.Targeted Hair Regrowth
Bioactives target the main causes of thinning, helping to fortify follicles from within for younger-looking hair. Thinning subsides quickly and is replaced with regrowth and replenishment!Helps Improve Scalp Health
A healthy scalp provides the right environment for better hair. Moisture-lock technology seals in nutrients and skin moisture to help reduce irritation and provide a healthy base for new, healthy hairs to grow.What is Minoxidil?
Minoxidil was first created as a blood pressure medication but patients began to notice they were growing more hair! With a change of direction, doctors started prescribing minoxidil as a hair-loss supplement that promotes a full, healthy head of hair.
Minoxidil hair treatments are available in 5% or 2% propylene glycol topical solutions. The propylene glycol ensures that the applied minoxidil is spread evenly across the scalp area and effectively absorbed through the skin.
How Does Minoxidil Work?
MINOXIDIL stimulates the scalp area—specifically the deadened hair follicles—which exerts maximum hair growth on the crown of the head for men and women. The exact way Minoxidil stimulates hair follicles is not known, but is suggested that the solution improves blood circulation to the scalp area.
For Best Results
Use together with our Stimulating Shampoo & Conditioner and Stimulating Supplement for Thinning Hair -
EuroVital DHEA for Body Balance Functions – 50mg (180 Capsules)
R775.00Add to cartDHEA: One of the most essential elements in the human body to help balance body functions.
Benefits:
– Vitality and higher energy levels
– Extended life and improved mood
– Slows the ageing process
– Resistance to disease
– Reduces the ill effects of stress
– Decreased body fat
– Weight control
– Enhanced sex drive -
Foligain Hair Loss Supplement Pills – DHT Blocker (120 Capsules)
R825.00Add to cartFoligain® Nutritional Supplement For Hair Loss: For men and women concerned about hair loss or thinning hair
Signs of male pattern baldness (Androgenetic Alopecia) usually begin when men are between the ages of twenty and forty-five. Male pattern baldness is hereditary and is caused by a male hormone called DHT being over produced in the body. When there is too much DHT in the scalp, it causes hair to fall out. The initial hair loss in male pattern baldness is almost always at the crown of the head, or near the temples.
The main thing to look for in a hair loss supplement is a DHT blocker. Blocking DHT from the scalp it the key to ending hair loss. The next thing you need is a product with the proper ingredients to promote circulation to the scalp, increasing hair growth. The final thing to look for is nutrients to clean away dead hair follicles, and feed the healthy and new hair follicles, so hair will be healthy.
How does Foligain® work?
• Foligain® reaches the follicle through the blood stream
• Foligain® promotes the growth of thick, healthy-looking hair
• Foligain® provides the hair follicles with the proper nutrients in order to growWhat are the key ingredients in Foligain®?
Like all cells in your body, your hair follicles need the proper nutrients in the proper amounts in order to grow. For many of these nutrients the most effective way for them to reach the follicle is through the blood stream when taken as an oral supplement.
Foligain® combines natural vitamins, minerals, DHT blockers, and compounds that promote the growth of thick, healthy-looking hair.
• Ginkgo Biloba Leaf Extract: Ginkgo Biloba fastens blood flow to important peripheral part of human body along with fine capillaries thus directly affecting scalp parts. Blood carries oxygen with it so if there is more blood flow there is automatically more oxygen supply, oxygen brings more nutrients with it and all in all essential vitamins E & A give a new lease of life every time to the scalp.
• Saw Palmetto Berry Extract: Works by interrupting hormonal signals and therefore reducing the uptake by the hair follicles of a damaging chemical called DHT. DHT is also responsible for shrinking hair follicle with which the hair follicle gets smaller and finer. This is referred to as miniaturization with which the hair ultimately falls off. This is how DHT is responsible for about 95% of hair loss. The men or women who lose more hair are those who are genetically pre-disposed in producing more DHT than others.
• Nettle Leaf Extract: Nettle herb is an exceptional plant for restoring health and beauty to your hair. Nettle works on the inside of your body as well as the outside. Rich in minerals and vitamins to nourish every system in your body, nettles will make your hair grow, gleam, get thick and darken. An added bonus is smooth, clear skin and hard nails.
• Folate: Because folate is important in tissue growth and cellular function, it is essential for your body to have enough of it to produce healthy skin, nails and hair, because these body parts must regenerate rapidly. Folic acid therefore helps prevent hair loss. It also may be a factor in keeping your hair from becoming gray.
• Biotin: Biotin is a major component in the natural hair manufacturing process it is essential to not only grow new hair, but it also plays a major role in the overall health of skin and nails.
• Iodine: Iodine can affect hair loss because it directly affects your thyroid gland, which in turn, directly affects the health of your hair follicles. Hair follicles are delicate and very susceptible to being damaged. Healthy hair follicles grow shiny, thick, healthy hair, while unhealthy follicles lead to just the opposite.
• Zinc: Deficiency in zinc can contribute a lot to hair shedding because without zinc and other related minerals, you hair shafts get weakened, causing hair breakage and very slow hair regrowth. Zinc benefits for hair include promotion of cell reproduction, tissue growth and repair of broken tissues. It also maintains the oil-secreting glands that are attached to your hair follicles, thus decreasing their chances of falling off.
• Copper: Copper helps to form hemoglobin in the blood cells and helps to carry the oxygen in the red blood cells. A diet deficient in copper does not help the body to make the hemoglobin needed to carry sufficient blood supply to the hair roots. When hair does not get the vitamins and minerals that it needs, it will die and fall out. The amount of hair loss you experience as a result of this depends on the extent of the copper deficiency.
• Niacin: Since niacin has a dilating effect on vessels and capillaries it is thought to be increasing circulation to the scalp and stimulating ‘hair growth’.
• Vitamin B6: Vitamin B6 is thought to prevent hair loss and help create melanin, the pigment which gives hair its color.
• Beta-Sitosterol: Beta sitosterol is a natural plant extract used to stop hair loss in men and women. It has androgen-blocking properties which enable it to target the hormones responsible for male and female pattern baldness. When taken orally as a daily supplement, beta sitosterol has been shown to work best on men and women who have only recently noticed excessive hair loss or signs of premature balding. It’s less effective on people who have had significant hair loss over the years
• Taurine: In a 2006 French study published in the “International Journal of Cosmetic Science,” researchers confirmed that when the follicle’s bulb takes in Taurine, it increases hair survival in vitro (test tubes) and prevents a specific inhibitor of hair growth called TGP.
• Jaborandi Leaves: Strengthens hair against breakage and loss. Promotes hair’s natural shine.
• American Ginseng Root Extract: Ginseng is a wonderful herb that has many benefits. One of these is that it increases stimulation and improves circulation. This has helped those who are suffering from hair loss or weak and damaged hair. Ginseng will also remove any toxins that may be clogging your hair follicles, slowing down or stalling new hair growth.
What Can I Expect When Using Foligain®:
Foligain® begins to go to work immediately, but it takes some time to see visible results. Foligain® systematically works to re-grow your new hair as follows:
• Before new hair is grown, Foligain® works to stop hair loss
• Next, your existing hair becomes fuller and healthier
• Finally, new hair starts to blossomTypically, after a few weeks you will notice less hair loss. Some hair loss is normal (even those with the fullest heads of hair lose around 100 hairs a day), but you should start to notice less hair in the shower drain or on your comb or brush. Your existing hair should also start to appear thicker and healthier.
Next, you should start to notice new hair. Please remember that hair usually only grows ½ inch to 1 inch a month. Some users see noticeable amounts of new hair after three months, others take longer. So be patient, by the end of months 6-8 you should start to notice a difference in your photographs (and others will notice for you!).
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BIOVEA Melatonin for Healthy Sleep – 5mg (100 Capsules)
R445.00Add to cartMelatonin: Promotes Healthy Sleep Patterns
In numerous studies, Melatonin was shown to:
• May help combat insomnia
• Enhance sleep quality
• Fight jet lag symptoms
• Supports healthy ageing
• Supports mood & mental health
• May help decrease ocular pressureWhat is Melatonin and where does it come from?
Melatonin is the hormone responsible for regulating the body’s biological clock. It is produced by the pineal gland, which is located in the brain. Melatonin helps to regulate sleep. During daylight, the pineal gland in the brain produces the neurotransmitter serotonin, but at night, the pineal gland stops producing serotonin and instead makes melatonin. This melatonin release helps trigger sleep.
Why take Melatonin?
• Insomnia: The ability to fall asleep and stay asleep may get a boost from melatonin supplementation. Some studies of young and elderly adults have shown that taking a small amount of melatonin before bedtime helps to both hasten sleep and improve its quality. These benefits were seen in insomniacs as well as in individuals who struggle with only occasional sleep problems.
• Sleep problems caused by pain or stress: Frequent night-time awakenings can occur as a result of chronic pain or stress. In such situations, melatonin may help by encouraging sounder slumber.
• Jet lag: If you’re working a night shift or are traveling across time zones, melatonin supplements may help your body to overcome any disorientation and quickly reestablish a normal sleep pattern. Recent studies of airline personnel and others who travel long distances found that melatonin supplements significantly relieved jet lag symptoms. This was true regardless of whether they were flying eastbound or westbound. However, not all studies have found melatonin to be superior to a placebo for such jet lag symptoms as fatigue, daytime sleepiness and impaired alertness.
• Anti-Ageing: Animal research indicates that melatonin may be of value in extending life–elderly mice administered the supplement lived 25% longer than their cohorts in one study–although much more investigation is needed before firm conclusions can be made about its value for humans in this regard. Melatonin’s antioxidant properties may help to stave off illnesses commonly related to ageing, such as heart disease and cataracts. The hormone may boost immune-system function as well, which can weaken with age.
• Mood Support: number of people who feel quite normal and energetic in summer become depressed and sluggish in winter, when sunlight is weaker and less abundant. Low melatonin levels may also be present in individuals who react in this way. Taking a melatonin supplement in the afternoon or evening may help improve mood and combat negative emotions associated with winter.
• Ocular Pressure: Taken in small amounts, Melatonin has been
shown to lower pressure in the eyes. Since studies have only been done on healthy eyes, it is uncertain whether melatonin would be an effective treatment for glaucoma.Who needs it and what are the symptoms of deficiency?
It is largely thought that as people age, their bodies produce less melatonin. Deficiencies can lead to insomnia. The production of melatonin varies according to the amount of light you’re exposed to; more melatonin is produced at night than during the day, and your body produces more melatonin in a completely dark room than in a dimly lit one.
Stress, illness, and ageing are the culprits that can speed up this deficiency in Melatonin. Recent research has shown that Melatonin is one of the most powerful antioxidants. The problem of insomnia is helped significantly with Melatonin intake. Most people report a calm deep sleep; some report more dreams and also a good nights rest.
How much should be taken? Are there any side effects?
Melatonin researchers themselves have yet to determine the optimum doses for various users. Individual needs vary considerably depending on differences in metabolism. For purposes of sleep, larger doses are not necessarily more effective than smaller doses. (If you feel groggy the next morning, the dose you have taken was too high; if you do not experience a deep restful sleep, your dose may have been too low). Research findings indicate that the lowest potency of melatonin can usually induce natural sleep patterns or help us to cope with jet lag. However they determined that the highest potencies are needed by seniors 65 years of age and older.
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BIOVEA Estriol Menopause Support Cream – 60ml
R525.00Read moreEstriol-Care: Natural solution for menopause and peri-menopause
• A natural cream free of synthetics including Parabens
• Packaged in an airtight, hygienically sealed container
• Non-greasy and formulated for excellent absorptionMany women rely on the benefits of compounded, bio-identical hormones that include estriol, the safest and most protective form of estrogen that is naturally made by the body. Estriol is a mild natural estrogen that’s primarily used by menopausal women. If you have symptoms such as hot flashes and night sweats, you can use Estriol-Care to maintain a healthy balance naturally.
Some of the main benefits women have with the use of Estriol-Care include:
• Renewed sex drive
• Healthier, more elastic skin
• Improved mood
• Better sleep
• More energy
• Greater sense of vitalityEach full press of the pump provides approximately 750 mcg of natural Estriol USP.
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Foligain Men’s Advanced Hair Regrowth Treatment Foam – 3 Month Treatment
R775.00Add to cartFOLIGAIN MINOXIDIL FOAM for Men is a white foam containing 5% minoxidil for use only on the scalp to help regrow hair in men. A simple, painless, clinically proven answer to hair loss.
Why use FOLIGAIN MINOXIDIL FOAM?
It’s easy to use: FOLIGAIN MINOXIDIL FOAM is used twice daily, once in the morning and once at night. FOLIGAIN MINOXIDIL FOAM takes seconds to apply and dries quickly. MINOXIDIL has been shown in clinical studies to regrow hair in 85% of men who used it twice daily.
Minoxidil: Scientifically proven to regrow scalp hair lost to male pattern baldness.
• One bottle (177ml) (approximately three month supply)
• For men who have a general thinning of hair on top of the scalp
• 5% minoxidil topical foam based solutionWhat is Minoxidil?
Minoxidil was the first drug approved for the treatment of androgenetic alopecia (hair loss). Before that, minoxidil had been used as vasodilator drug prescribed as oral tablet to treat high blood pressure, with side effects that included hair growth and reversal of male baldness.
For the treatment of hair loss, minoxidil is available as a topical solution that is generally either 2% or 5% minoxidil in propylene glycol. The propylene glycol ensures that the applied minoxidil is evenly spread across the affected area and easily absorbed through the skin.
How does Minoxidil work?
Minoxidil topical solution is used to stimulate hair growth in people who are balding. The drug seems to exert its maximum effect at the crown of the head. The exact way that minoxidil works is not known, but it may stimulate hair growth by improving the blood supply to the hair follicles.
What scientific studies give evidence to support its effectiveness?
Dermatologists conducted a 1-year observational study in 984 men with male-pattern hair loss. The study evaluated the effectiveness of a 5% minoxidil topical solution in halting hair loss and stimulating new hair growth. Over the 1-year period of the study, patients applied 1 milliliter (ml) of 5% minoxidil solution twice day to hair-loss areas of the scalp.
At the end of 1 year:
• The dermatologist investigators reported that hair loss areas of the scalp had become smaller in 62% of the patients.
• In evaluating minoxidil effectiveness in stimulating hair regrowth, the investigators found the 5% solution very effective in 15.9% of patients, effective in 47.8% and moderately effective in 20.6%.
• Hairs lost during washing numbered a mean 69.7 at the beginning of the study, and a mean 33.8 at the end of the study – a measure of the effectiveness of 5% minoxidil in halting hair loss in the patients studied.
• Side effects, mostly dermatologic, were reported by 3.9% of patients in the study. None of the side effects was classified as serious.
Cautions:
• For external use only.
• Do not use if you are a woman, not sure of the reason for your hair loss, under 18 years of age or using other medicines on the scalp.
• Using more or more often than recomended will not improve results.
• Avoid contact with eyes. In case of accidental contact with the eyes, rinse with large amounts of cool tap water. -
EuroVital Pregnenolone for Memory & Mood – 50mg (60 Capsules)
R495.00Add to cartPregnenolone: The memory hormone.
What is Pregnenolone and why should you take it?
Pregnenolone serves as a precursor to other hormones, including dehydroepiandrosterone (DHEA) and progesterone.
It has been suggested the role of pregnenolone in the body is to serve as a “mother steroid” (precursor hormone).
Many effects of pregnenolone on the nervous system have been studied.Sleep and Memory:
Rat studies indicate powerful memory-enhancing effects, far beyond that of other neuroactive substances.
In healthy men aged 20 to 30, administration of pregnenolone (1 mg daily) was found to improve sleep quality and decrease intermittent wakefulness.
Pregnenolone has also been shown to affect working, short-term and long-term memory, and may result in increased motivation to learn new information, and an improvement in the ability to acquire new knowledge.Stress:
It has been suggested this hormone may play a role in the neuroendocrine response to stress.
In a study of airplane pilots subjected to stress, administration of pregnenolone (25 mg twice daily) improved performance without causing adverse side effects.
In a study of the stress response in rats, an increase in anxiety was observed following administration of pregnenolone.Depression:
Hormones are known to affect mood and behavior via effects on the nervous system.
In people with either current depression or a history of depression, pregnenolone in the cerebrospinal fluid (the fluid that bathes the brain) was significantly lower, than levels in healthy people. In addition, it was found that patients with active depression had lower levels of pregnenolone compared with those with a prior history of depression.Arthritis:
Researchers have reported on the use of pregnenolone in a variety of rheumatologic diseases.
In a study of pregnenolone therapy for rheumatoid arthritis, six of eleven people experienced moderate to marked improvement in symptoms of joint pain and joint mobility.
The symptom improvement was apparent two to four days after therapy was initiated.
In a study of 13 adults with osteoarthritis, pregnenolone therapy reduced the pain and improved the range of motion in seven of the study participants. Pain recurred when therapy was discontinued.In a person who suffered from gouty arthritis that was unresponsive to conventional medications, pregnenolone therapy resulted in a dramatic response within three days of initiating therapy.
This patient received 300mg daily of pregnenolone for four weeks, followed by 200mg weekly of pregnenolone as a maintenance amount. This study of pregnenolone therapy in rheumatologic diseases also reports a substantial benefit in patients with systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE), psoriasis, and scleroderma.
No systemic adverse effects were reported.Are there any side effects?
– Pregnenolone is an appropriate supplement for men and women of all ages.
– Pregnenolone has an impressive record with very low levels of toxicity and is safe for human use.
– Do not use pregnenolone if you are supplementing DHEA.
– Do not use if you suffer from seizure disorders, as pregnenolone can suppress GABA activity, resulting in an increase in central nervous system activity which may lead to seizures in those with epilepsy.Benefits:
– A precursor to every other hormone
– Stimulates the memory storage process
– Promotes hormonal balance
– Increases the feeling of well-being and improves mood
– Reduces depression and the damaging effects of stress
– Successfully used in the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis and other auto-immune diseases -
BIOVEA Organic Maca Libido & Energy – 500mg (60 Capsules)
R295.00Add to cartPromote Sexual Vitality & Energy With Organic Maca Capsules
• Promotes libido and sexual vitality
• Enhances endurance and stamina
• Supports concentration and mental clarity
• May stabilize mood and stress levels
• Supports menstrual and menopausal healthWhat Is MACA?
The powerful Peruvian root, maca, has been cultivated for its natural libido-boosting properties and its benefits for sexual vitality for thousands of years. The exotic root thrives in elevated, mountainous, mineral-rich environments that are often subjected to extremely harsh elements. Peruvian natives have long sought out maca for its boundless medicinal and culinary properties.
BIOVEA’s MACA is formulated with the purest, most potent maca extract available, packed with protein, fiber, lipids, amino acids, vitamins and antioxidants. Due to its complex nutritional makeup, maca capsules support an array of bodily functions such as the reproductive system, energy levels, sexual health, mood, cognitive functions and overall vitality.
Why Use MACA From BIOVEA?
Over the years, organic maca capsules have gained a reputation for being a men’s herb, however, maca benefits men and women alike. Maca has been clinically studied and shown to promote healthy sexual functions and prostate health in men, while the exotic root promotes healthy hormones, sexual functions and fertility in women. (1)
Maca 500 mg is filled with B vitamins and amino acids that promote optimal energy and endurance levels, while supporting a positive, stable mood. Some studies suggest that maca may help improve memory and learning capabilities, while reducing stress and anxiety levels. (2)
Organic maca is also rich in potassium, which is a mineral that reduces the risk of hypertension. Studies found that populations regularly consuming maca root had lower systolic blood pressure than populations that didn’t consume maca. (3)
1. Zheng BL, He K, Kim CH, et al. Effect of a lipidic extract from Lepidium meyenii on sexual behavior in mice and rats. Urology. 2000;55(4):598–602.
2. Rubio J, Caldas M, Dávila S, Gasco M, Gonzales GF. Effect of three different cultivars of Lepidium meyenii(Maca) on learning and depression in ovariectomized mice. BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine. 2006;6, article no. 23
3. Lee J-S, Park J, Kim J. Dietary factors related to hypertension risk in korean adults-data from the Korean national health and nutrition examination survey III. Nutrition Research and Practice. 2011;5(1):60–65
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Foligain Minoxidil Hair Regrowth Treatment for Women – 2% Minoxidil
R635.00Add to cartUltra Pure 2% Minoxidil Hair Regrowth Treatment with Clinically Proven Results
• Clinically proven to help regrow hair
• Reactivates hair follicles to stimulate regrowth
• FDA Approved
• 2% Minoxidil topical solution for men and womenThere are hair regrowth products and then there’s FOLIGAIN.P2® 2% MINOXIDIL TOPICAL SOLUTION, the latest breakthrough in hair regrowth technology! FOLIGAIN.P2® 2% MINOXIDIL TOPICAL SOLUTION utilises the highest-purity research-grade materials, which translates into the most effective hair loss and regrowth treatment on the market today.
With a total of three bottles (approximately three month supply), FOLIGAIN.P2® 2% MINOXIDIL TOPICAL SOLUTION contains active ingredients shown to help prevent hair loss and promote hair regrowth on the scalp area in men and women.
What is Minoxidil?
Minoxidil was first created as a blood pressure medication but patients began to notice they were growing more hair! With a change of direction, doctors started prescribing minoxidil as a hair-loss supplement that promotes a full, healthy head of hair.
Minoxidil hair treatments are available in 5% or 2% propylene glycol topical solutions. The propylene glycol ensures that the applied minoxidil is spread evenly across the scalp area and effectively absorbed through the skin.
How Does FOLIGAIN.P2® 2% MINOXIDIL TOPICAL SOLUTION Work?
FOLIGAIN.P2® 2% MINOXIDIL TOPICAL SOLUTION stimulates the scalp area—specifically the deadened hair follicles—which exerts maximum hair growth on the crown of the head for men and women. The exact way FOLIGAIN.P2® 2% MINOXIDIL TOPICAL SOLUTION stimulates hair follicles is not known, but is suggested that the solution improves blood circulation to the scalp area.
Hair Regrowth: FOLIGAIN.P2® 2% MINOXIDIL TOPICAL SOLUTION stimulates the scalp area—specifically the deadened hair follicles—which exerts maximum hair growth on the crown of the head.
Stop Hair Loss and Thinning: Utilizing 2% minoxidil, FOLIGAIN.P2® improves blood flow to the scalp area, effectively stimulating deadened hair follicles to help slow/stop hair thinning in both men and women.
