In this blog, our expert Nutritional Therapist, Ruth, looks at the causes of cardiovascular disease and examines the important role phytonutrients – plant-based bio-actives founds in a variety of fruits and vegetables – have in protecting our cardiovascular health.
Last updated on 12th February 2025 by cytoffice
February is National Heart Month in the UK, a campaign from the British Heart Foundation to raise awareness of heart conditions and promote healthy living. We all know how important a sensible diet and exercise is in supporting our heart health, so in this week’s blog, our Nutritional Therapist Annie will be taking a closer look at certain vitamins, minerals, and nutrients that may play an important role in supporting your overall cardiovascular health.
Last updated on 5th February 2025 by cytoffice
Vitamin B12 is a powerhouse when it comes to supporting our overall health. As an essential water-soluble vitamin, it plays a critical role in many key processes, from DNA synthesis to maintaining a healthy nervous system. One of its most principal functions though is its involvement in converting the food we eat into usable energy. Despite its importance, many of us have insufficient levels, and a ‘sub-clinical’ category of B12 deficiency is on the rise.
With the Christmas period behind us, many of us are left feeling sluggish and drained and the remaining winter months can often bring a sense of fatigue, both mentally and physically. In this week’s blog, we’ll explore how B12 plays an important role in supporting and maintaining our energy levels. We’ll also examine the factors that can lead to poor absorption and insufficiency and why ensuring an optimal status is key to feeling your best.
Last updated on 30th January 2025 by cytoffice
As we age, it’s common for our energy levels to start decreasing, which can lead to feelings of fatigue and a lack of motivation. Maintaining fitness, a healthy muscle mass, and sharp focus are hallmarks of both healthy ageing and effective energy production. That’s why supporting our body’s energy production as we grow older is so crucial.
In this blog, we’ll explore the various factors that contribute to the decline in energy levels. We’ll focus on nutrition and lifestyle choices that can help counteract this decline, promoting optimal energy, health, and vitality for those over 50.
Last updated on 12th February 2025 by cytoffice
You may have heard of the phrase ‘you are what you eat’, which, in reality, goes beyond the metaphor and holds a great deal of truth! The foods we consume can have a profound influence on our physical health, wellbeing, mood, and energy levels.
Whether you’ve made a commitment this year to move more, you are already deep in training for an elite sports event or just want to feel more energised day to day, food and nutrition can support your goals. Read on to discover ten of the best foods to help you boost your energy levels, naturally.
Last updated on 5th February 2025 by cytoffice
Methylation is a key enzymatic process that occurs billions of times a second in every human cell and is important for the proper function of all body systems. In our latest blog, we deep dive into what it is and it’s importance for health, well-being and energy. Continue reading
Last updated on 5th February 2025 by cytoffice
