Detox, supplements and avoiding winter illnesses

Our Health & Wellness Expert, Martina, gives us some advice on detoxing after the festivities and staying healthy.

Detoxing & Fighting Infection

Acts as an antioxidant to detox the liver
Lowers high cholesterol
May prevent the onset of Diabetes
Helps to prevent gallstones
Anti-aging effects
Generally blocks the entrance of the toxins into the liver
Improves indigestion in the lower abdomen
Reduces cholesterol made by the liver and picked up from food
Stimulates movement of bile - crucial for metabolising fat and detoxifying, protects the liver against damage and encourages the growth of new cells
Help maintain fluid balance

Combat against fungal and yeast infections such as oral and vaginal Thrush (Contains 7 strains of bacteria & garlic and grapefruit extract which helps to rebalance gut flora). Fungal infections are caused by Candida albicans – a common yeast living in our natural microflora.
To naturally prevent a re-occurrence of fungal or yeast infections it is recommended to eliminate refined sugar, alcohol, processed food and warm baths.
Increase garlic, vegetable, fish, eggs nuts and seeds in diet to avoid yeast infections

Triple-action formula containing cranberry extract, live bacteria and vitamin A.
The two strains of bacteria contained take anti-microbial action against E.Coli in the urinary tract and gut. The pro-anthocyanadins in cranberries reduce the ability of E.Coli to become attached to the bladder wall.
UTI’s (Urinary Tract Infections) are caused by the overgrowth of the bacteria E.Coli. If E.Coli becomes attached to the bladder it is can multiply and cause symptoms of Cystitis; overgrowth of this bacteria originates in the digestive system.
Alcohol, sugar and caffeine may trigger cystitis. It is recommended to drink 2 litres of water to keep the urine at an appropriate Ph level as well as flushing bacteria from the bladder

Link to cold & flu recovery and and general wellbeing – over 70% of our immune system is located in our gut
Contain 14 different strains of bacteria, increasing the level of good bacteria in the gut.
Probiotics improve digestive health. Poor sleep also has a negative impact on bacteria balance in the gut, it recommended to get at least 7-8 hours of sleep every night.

Ask our friendly pharmacists for more advice in your local CarePlus Pharmacy.