Jonathan Orchard, co-founder of Abundance and Health, practitioner of traditional Chinese medicine and acupuncturist, explains how to adapt to the season changes with the help of the right food supplements. Spring is a time of renewal, new growth and expansion. Now is a good time to reconnect to the positive intentions we may have intended in January for 2024 and to energise them. In Chinese medicine Spring relates to the element of ‘Wood’ and the organ of the Liver. We want this element in us to be like new saplings springing forth – with strength, suppleness, vitality, joy, and dynamically g ..read more

Vitamin C Day is on April 4th every year and has been created to celebrate all the myriad ways in which vitamin C works to support whole body health.  Although immune support is the backbone of vitamin C’s well-deserved reputation, what many people don’t realise is that it has an enormous range of other amazing health benefits which can be utilised all year round not just when winter arrives. Here’s a run-down of all the great things vitamin C could do for you: Brightens up Your Day Sufferers of low mood, may want to invest in a regular intake of vitamin C rich foods as part of a cognitiv ..read more

We’re thrilled to celebrate our feature in the esteemed pages of Vogue France. This recognition underscores our unwavering dedication to delivering top-tier products that promote optimal health and wellness. The article in Vogue France showcases Altrient Liposomal Vitamin C as the go-to choice for numerous celebrities. These high-profile individuals attest to the efficacy and benefits of our supplements, emphasising their role in supporting the immune system, contributing to skin health, and helping to reduce fatigue. Loved by celebrities The widespread acclaim from celebrities is a testament ..read more

According to the World Health Organisation tobacco use is the single most important preventable health risk in the developed world and a key cause of premature death worldwide.3 Globally, smoking-related death rates are set to rise from 3 million annually (as estimated in 1995) to 10 million annually by 2030.4 The great news is that many of the adverse effects of smoking are reversible if you give up, even quitting in middle age avoids the health care risks linked to smoking. The trouble is, stopping smoking is not easy, so much so that up to 50% of quitters relapse within the first three days ..read more

Feeling under-par after the excesses of the festive season? It’s very likely your skin is showing just what you’ve been up to. All that rich food and alcohol takes its toll on your digestive system, which usually means, constipation, weight gain, dark circles under the eyes, and a few too many pimples. These are all clear indicators that it’s time to re-balance your diet, pack in the skin healthy nutrients and get back on track. When better than the beginning of a new year to start afresh. Now’s the perfect time to bring some glowing radiance back to your skin and re-boot your energy levels, s ..read more

Do you throw caution to the wind during the Christmas break, eating and drinking everything that’s on offer with wild abandon? If you do, well you won’t be alone, most people spend between 20% to 40% more at Christmas on extra food and alcohol 2 and there’s very little left by the time January rolls round! But what about the post-Christmas fall out? It’s not uncommon to face the new year in a body you don’t recognise. Spotty skin, a few extra pounds and zero energy is probably not what you were hoping for, but all is not lost. You can still enjoy everything the coming year has to offer with vi ..read more

Menopause and the need for Vitamin D The hormonal changes brought about by the transition to menopause culminate in a whole host of symptoms, some baffling, some uncomfortable and some extremely distressing. A woman’s ability to navigate the ups and downs of the menopause depends on many factors, but what’s clear is that women who focus on healthy diet and lifestyle choices during their 40’s are more likely to experience a milder, shorter and more manageable menopause. Others may experience a much longer and more troublesome menopause that interferes with daily life. Hormone therapy can be inv ..read more

What are phospholipids? Phospholipids are naturally occurring fatty substances that provide structure, flexibility and protection to cells. They possess water-loving heads and water-hating tails, which enable them to arrange themselves into parallel layers forming a phospholipid bilayer, which makes up the cell membrane. This phospholipid membrane maintains strong barriers between the cell and its external environment.  Why are they important in cell membranes? Cell membranes determine which nutrients, minerals and drugs enter and leave the cells and because they form the cell membranes ..read more

We've got some exciting news brewing at Neutrient, and it's not your average supplement launch. Get ready to meet the superhero of the supplement world – NEUTRIENT TOTAL C a total game-changer in the quest for optimal health and seasonal defence. Beyond Ordinary Vitamin C  A fusion of five vitamin C forms, including buffered magnesium, zinc, and sodium ascorbates, plus the dynamic duo of ascorbic acid and fat-soluble ascorbyl palmitate. But that's not all… we've amped it up with D-ribose, DHQuercetin - another powerful defence nutrient and the star of the show, Bioperine®! This isn't ..read more

Although dangerous viruses are less of a serious threat than they have been in recent years, it doesn’t mean you  can breathe a sigh of relief just yet. Other viruses and bacteria surface during the winter months that can be equally serious for those who are particularly vulnerable such as the elderly and obese, or people with poor diets and malabsorption conditions. Seasonal flu alone has a huge impact on the health of the global community and according to statistics, was responsible for up to 650,000 deaths worldwide in 2017.2 Of course, some individuals remain healthier throughout life ..read more