Ingredients

You may not have heard of guarana, but you’ve almost certainly consumed the energising superfood. Found in Red Bull, Rockstar and Monster, the herbal supplement is a key player in the energy drinks industry. But what is guarana, or more importantly, what can it do for you? Also known as paullinia cupana, guarana is a Brazilian […]

Zinc is a hugely abundant mineral found in the body, second only to iron, it is present in every cell. Naturally found in a wide variety of both plant and animal food, it is necessary for the activity of over 300 enzymes vital for metabolism, digestion and nerve function. It’s required for vital processes in the body including: […]

Lion’s mane mushroom – Hericium erinaceus – is a culinary and medicinal mushroom native to Asia, Europe and North America. The mushroom physically looks like the mane of lion—long, white and shaggy—with tentacle-like dreadlocks. Often referred to as ‘nature’s nutrient for the neurons’, has rapidly grown a reputation across the world for its brain-health benefits and cognitive-boosting properties. […]

Conjugated linoleic acid (CLA) is a fatty acid found in meat and dairy believed to have various health benefits. Essentially a trans-fat, it’s a well-known dietary supplement that has gathered momentum with claims of properties that can aid weight loss, promote lean muscle mass and improve blood glucose levels. A magic fatty acid found in […]

Globally consumed and hailed for its health benefits for centuries, green tea is cited as the universal super-blend drink. Often soaked in boiling water and drank as a tea, it has been implicated in benefiting almost every organ system in the body. The beneficial effects of green tea are attributed to polyphenol content, which account […]

L-citrulline is a nutrient and dietary supplement that has fast grown in popularity over the last decade. Produced naturally in the body, L-citrulline is a non-essential amino acid that helps the body improve blood flow. The body converts L-citrulline into L-arginine, which creates nitric oxide, a gas that helps dilate blood vessels. This dilation can […]

Raspberry ketones: miracle fat burner, or another well marketed fad diet? A natural compound that gives raspberries their powerful aroma and flavour, raspberry ketone has a long history of use in cosmetics and is often added to soft drinks, ice cream and other processed foods as flavouring. Hailed for its ‘miracle fat loss properties’ by […]

Fenugreek: a small herb with impressive health benefits.  Commonly used as an ingredient in many of your favourite Indian dishes, the plant has more to offer than just distinct flavouring. Known historically for its ability to treat digestive problems, skin conditions and many other diseases, it’s been used for thousands of years in alternative and […]

Dandelion is often recognised for its distinct yellow flowers and blow-balls that disperse in the wind, less so for its miracle ability to ‘regenerate the body from the inside out’. Somewhat surprisingly, the dandelion root is loaded with nutrients and vitamins that boast impressive health benefits. The dandelion is one of the most widespread flowering […]