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Quest Vitamins LTD,
8 Venture Way,
Aston Science Park,
Birmingham,
B7 4AP.
Tel: 0121 359 0056
Fax: 0121 359 0313
Email: info@questvitamins.co.uk
Registered in England No. 2530437
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NewslettersGo to Bulletins - Jun 30, 2007 - Issue 94
Detox - Herbs and Elimination - This newsletter looks at which herbs you should choose during a Detox.
- Jun 29, 2007 - Issue 93
Detox And Nutrients - It isn\'t always easy knowing which supplements we should take whilst going through a detox, or if we should be taking any at all. This Newsletters shows us exactly what to expect from which vitamins we should take during a detox.
- Jun 28, 2007 - Issue 92
Detox - The Lifestyle Factor - Eventhough we all have good intentions when it comes to looking after our health, sometimes we find it difficult to fit it into our daily lives.
This newsletter looks at how we go through a detox by fitting it into our daily lives.
- Jun 27, 2007 - Issue 91
An Introduction To Detox - This newsletter gives and introduction to Detox. We take a look at what part the intestines, liver, lungs, kidneys and skin play in a detox.
- Apr 05, 2006 - Issue 90
Behaviour and Thought-
Discover the importance of Omega 3 fatty acids and the effect they can have on a persons mood and behaviour.
- Mar 15, 2006 - Issue 89
Carotenoids linked to reduction in Arthiritis- Recent research has discovered a link between carotenoid intake and the reduction of arthritis.
- Mar 02, 2006 - Issue 88
Managing Stress- Lifestyle tips to manage stress.
- Jan 13, 2006 - Issue 87
Evening Primrose Oil, Omega 6 and GLA
- Jan 09, 2006 - Issue 86
Healthy Intestines - Bowel cancer and the link with gut health- The Human digestive system has been described as our second brain. The health of the intestines is vital as complications with this system can lead to many more disease states. This article illustrates ways of combating or reducing the symptoms of digestive illnesses.
- Nov 29, 2005 - Issue 85
Winter Nutrition -It is estimated
that 1 in 10 people in the UK suffer from the winter blues. The good news is
that simple changes made through diet, supplements and lifestyle could really
make the difference to how you feel.
- Nov 21, 2005 - Issue 84
Age related macular degeneration (AMD)- is a condition which, if left untreated, can eventually result in blindness
- Nov 01, 2005 - Issue 82
Minerals- Minerals are essential constituents of all body cells, forming the greater proportion of bones, teeth and nails.
- Oct 17, 2005 - Issue 81
The Role of Probiotics in Health- This issue concentrates
on the influence of probiotics on digestive and consequently, general health.
Probiotic, lactic or friendly bacteria are found in the digestive tract and
have many roles.
- Oct 06, 2005 - Issue 80
Cancer- Many people do not realise that around 30% of all cancer cases in Western society are caused by poor diet and lifestyle habits. So, what is cancer? How is it caused? And what can be done to prevent it?
- Sep 26, 2005 - Issue 79
Fish Oils and Omega 3 fatty acids- are particularly rich in omega 3 fatty acids
eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA). These fatty acids
are converted by the body into the beneficial series 3 prostaglandins. The real
value of fish oil is its EPA and DHA content; generally speaking EPA in heart
health and DHA in health and structure of the brain.
- Aug 09, 2005 - Issue 78
Lactobacillus Plantarum 299v-
Friendly bacteria and its importance in maintaining a healthy digestive system.
- Jul 29, 2005 - Issue 77
Health in Later Years- This issue is concerned with the process of growing old. From the moment we are born, through the terrible twos to the troublesome teens, the quirky thirties to the live again forties, the feisty fifties onwards to the sun-seeking sixties. Then come the more sedentary seventies, eighties and the heavenly nineties!
- Jul 29, 2005 - Issue 76
Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a common condition mainly affecting children and young people between the ages of 5 - 18, after that age, the condition is termed as residual.
- Jul 28, 2005 - Issue 75
The Adolescent Years. This issue is concerned with adolescence particularly the effects of the changes in different hormones, and how nutrition and lifestyle may be of help to both girls and boys.
- Jul 28, 2005 - Issue 74
Skin, Hair and Nails- Shiny hair, strong nails
and clear, velvety skin are all associated with good health. If the hair starts
to fall out, nails flake or the skin becomes dry most people will be concerned.
This issue focuses on these important outward indicators of
health.
- Jul 28, 2005 - Issue 73
Irritable Bowel Syndrome
or IBS (irritable colon, mucous colitis or spastic colon), is a condition that
some people say is all in the mind, but those who suffer with IBS have a different
tale to tell. Diet, lifestyle and stress management all have a role to play,
as have body awareness and being able to say no to troublesome food or drink
when in social company.
- Jul 01, 2005 - Issue 72
Stress At some time in life everyone is affected by stress. Generally "stress" implies a negative reaction to an event or a situation. The individual and the reaction will vary depending on the perception and control over what is about to happen and whether it is positive or negative.
- Mar 15, 2005 - Issue 71
The health
of our joints is extremely important and is something that many people take
for granted. The amount of pressure exerted on major joints, including the knees
and hips, is largely underestimated but it is thought that when we run, the
knees absorb up to four times our body weight. Therefore it can be appreciated
that the connective tissue of the knees ligaments and tendons must be extremely strong
for efficient shock absorption.
- Feb 21, 2005 - Issue 70
A - Z Nutrients - Vitamin C (ascorbic acid) is a ubiquitous
compound, present in the physiologies of almost all plants and animals. Humans,
other high primates, fruit bats and guinea pigs cannot produce their own bodily
supply of vitamin C, and consequently require a regular dietary intake.
- Feb 21, 2005 - Issue 69
Immune Health - The
immune system is vital for the life of humans and works constantly, but not
always quietly, behind the scenes to keep our blood stream free from potentially
dangerous foreign organisms. The methods by which it can achieve this are ingenious.
- Feb 21, 2005 - Issue 68
Healthy Joints- The
health of our joints is extremely important and is something that many people
take for granted.
- Feb 21, 2005 - Issue 67
Kyolic Garlic - Just
by walking into a health food store, you are faced with hundreds of vitamin,
mineral and herbal supplements produced by a number of different companies.Therefore,
it is difficult to know which one is the most suitable for you to take as each
one claims that they are the best!
- Feb 21, 2005 - Issue 66
Menopause - The Natural Approach The menopause, or the "change of life",
is considered by some to be a disease. In reality, it is a phase
of life that marks the end of a woman\'s reproductive years.
- Feb 21, 2005 - Issue 65
Antioxidants have become the focus of much media attention
which has lead many people to recognise the word, without knowing what they
are for and what they do.
- Feb 21, 2005 - Issue 64
Meat products represent a major source of protein in
the Western diet and so findings on whether meat intake significantly contributes
to the burden of fatal disease have important clinical and public health implications.
- Feb 21, 2005 - Issue 63
The EU - Food Supplements Directive What will be the effect of the EU Food Supplements Directive?
EU politicians and bureaucrats claim that the EU Food Supplements Directive has been created to 1. protect public safety; and 2. harmonise the sale of supplements across Europe.
- Feb 21, 2005 - Issue 62
The EU - Food Supplements Directive How might it affect Quest?
If you have not already done so, please read the News Items:
"The EU - Food Supplements Directive - What will be the effect of the EU Food Supplements Directive?"
"The EU - Food Supplements Directive - What should you do?"
- Feb 07, 2005 - Issue 59
If you have not already done so, please read the News Items:
"The EU - Food Supplements Directive - What will be the effect of the EU Food Supplements Directive?"
"The EU - Food Supplements Directive - What should you do?"
- Feb 07, 2005 - Issue 60
NEW! An exciting interactive quiz
How much do you really know?
32 topics, online marking, immediate results!
- Feb 07, 2005 - Issue 58
The effects of drinking tea may be beneficial to bones.
- Feb 07, 2005 - Issue 57
A small pilot trial has been carried out to look at whether St. John's wort could help to relieve the symptoms of premenstrual syndrome (PMS).
- Feb 07, 2005 - Issue 55
Research supports taking Vitamin E to help prevent furring of the arteries.
- Feb 07, 2005 - Issue 54
More research suggests a good intake of vitamin C could help reduce the risk of heart disease.
- Feb 07, 2005 - Issue 53
Vitamin E may help against some of the negative effects of smoking
- Feb 07, 2005 - Issue 52
Research suggests that amino acids may help patient recovery.
- Feb 07, 2005 - Issue 51
Pine bark extract, Pycnogenol®, could help prevent against the negative effects of smoking on the blood.
- Nov 07, 2005 - Issue 83
A recent study shows that homoeopathic treatments may help against hay fever.
- Feb 07, 2005 - Issue 49
A study has shown that St. John’s wort is as effective as the well known anti-depressant imipramine in treating mild to moderate depression.
- Feb 07, 2005 - Issue 48
At present, there is very little treatment for dyslexia apart from offering appropriate support and education. However, exciting new research has indicated that essential fatty acid (EFA) supplements may help with the condition.
- Feb 07, 2005 - Issue 47
B vitamins help to lower homocysteine levels, which may help prevent the risk of heart disease.
- Feb 03, 2005 - Issue 46
Research supports that probiotic bacteria may help increase resistance to certain diseases, by stimulating the immune system.
- Feb 02, 2005 - Issue 46
Research shows that drinking green tea can help as an antioxidant
- Feb 02, 2005 - Issue 45
Scientists have found that supplementation
- Feb 02, 2005 - Issue 44
Warning given on the use of St. John's wort products with certain other medicines.
- Feb 02, 2005 - Issue 43
Scientists demonstrate that St. John's wort is as effective as the tricyclic antidepressant, imipramine.
- Feb 02, 2005 - Issue 42
New research suggests that green tea may be a useful addition to a weight loss programme.
- Feb 02, 2005 - Issue 41
Scientists suggest that a diet rich in antioxidant nutrients may help to slow the aging process.
- Feb 02, 2005 - Issue 40
A diet rich in carotenoids is hailed as an effective preventative against cataract formation.
- Feb 02, 2005 - Issue 39
The superiority of aged garlic in promoting heart health compared with raw garlic is demonstrated.
- Feb 02, 2005 - Issue 38
Scientists show that omega-3 fats from fish are superior at thinning the blood than those from vegetable oils.
- May 10, 2004 - Issue 37
Bacterial and Viral Infections
This issue of Health Review looks at the differences between bacterial and viral infections, and the role of the immune system in protecting the body from the damage they may cause. The importance of a healthy diet and lifestyle can only be emphasized.
- Sep 30, 2003 - Issue 36
What is the role of probiotics and what are there benefits to our digestive system?
- Aug 11, 2003 - Issue 35
Infertility and Pregnancy, how is it affected by our nutrition and lifestyle?
- Jul 15, 2003 - Issue 34
Age Related Macular Degeneration. What affects our vision and what can we do to help maintain healthy eyes?
- Jun 30, 2003 - Issue 33
Insomnia and Sleep Disorders. How can nutrition help in the battle for a good nights sleep?
- May 13, 2003 - Issue 32
Urinary Tract Health. What are the problems associated with the Urinary system and what can we do to keep it healthy?
- Apr 02, 2003 - Issue 31
Food Intolerance and Digestive Health. An interesting look at conditions and what supplementations can be taken to help.
- Mar 10, 2003 - Issue 30
Brain Health and Memory. Is there anything you can do to help maintain your memory and keep the brain functioning well?
- Feb 10, 2003 - Issue 29
Allergies - An interesting look at the causes of allergies and food sensitivites and what can be done to ease them.
- Jan 28, 2003 - Issue 28
Healthy Bones - What can we do to mainain our bones?
- Dec 01, 2002 - Issue 27
Food Processing - why do we process food, how did it all start, and what are the benefits, or negative effects? An interesting look at food preservation.
- Nov 01, 2002 - Issue 26
Maintaining good health - what aspects of our lives should we consider if we want to remain healthy? It's not just about eating the right foods, as this month's newsletters reveals.
- Oct 01, 2002 - Issue 25
Protein and amino acids - what are they, what are the essential amino acids? Find out all about them in this month's newsletters.
- Sep 01, 2002 - Issue 24
Fats - Learn all about fats and oils, the different types, where they are found, and which to include in a healthy diet.
- Aug 01, 2002 - Issue 23
Carbohydrates - their different types and roles in our diet and health. Should you be eating more of some and less of others?
- Jul 01, 2002 - Issue 22
Trace elements - which minerals are they, where are they found in the diet and what might happen if there is a deficiency of them?
- Jun 01, 2002 - Issue 21
Macrominerals - Calcium, magnesium and phosphorus - what are their uses in the content, where are they found and what can happen if they are deficient?
- May 01, 2002 - Issue 20
Part 2 of our look at types of vitamins - this month - water soluble vitamins - these must be replaced every day, but which are they and where can they be found?
- Apr 01, 2002 - Issue 19
The previous newsletters - What is Nutrition? - gave us an overview of nutrition, food and diet. This newsletters and the next focus on vitamins. What do they do? Where can they be found? Why do you need them?
- Mar 01, 2002 - Issue 18
What are vitamins?! What is a balanced diet?
Do you eat to live or live to eat?!
These and other questions discussed in this month's newsletters.
- Feb 01, 2002 - Issue 17
Eye Health - find out about the complex working of the eye, common disorders that can affect it, and how to keep your eyes healthy!
- Jan 01, 2002 - Issue 16
This newsletters looks at the role of cholesterol in the content.
- Dec 01, 2001 - Issue 15
Did you know there are 75,000 miles of blood vessels in the human content?
Find out about the circulatory system and conditions relating to it in the last newsletters for this year.
- Nov 01, 2001 - Issue 14
In the last newsletters we looked at the importance of muscular health. Following on from that, this issue looks at the skeleton, the framework of the content to which muscles are connected.
- Oct 01, 2001 - Issue 13
Muscles - how do they work, what can affect them and how can supplements help to maintain muscular health?
- Sep 01, 2001 - Issue 12
Cancer affects many people. This month's newsletters looks at dietary and lifestyle considerations which could help reduce the risk of cancer, as well as providing useful contact details of orgnisations that can offer support.
- Aug 01, 2001 - Issue 11
Did you know that skincare starts on the inside and shows on the outside? Follow the tips for skin health in this month's newsletters, including suggested supplements that may benefit the skin in these summer months.
- Jul 01, 2001 - Issue 10
An increasing number of people are choosing to become vegetarian and vegan, for a variety of reasons. Studies have shown that a balanced, non-meat diet can be a healthier diet. Read this month's newsletters to find out more.
- Jun 01, 2001 - Issue 9
The fast pace of life may mean that planning a varied diet is the last priority. The demands of a busy work, family and social life may be difficult to balance. Find out how to ensure you are not missing out on nutrients, in our June newsletters.
- May 01, 2001 - Issue 8
Diabetes - what is diabetes, what causes it, and what can be done to help maintain a normal lifestyle through diet?
- Apr 01, 2001 - Issue 7
For those doing physical exercise and sport, it is important to get the right nutrients for the content, to maintain optimum health and fitness. Discover which nutrients play a key role in our April newsletters.
- Mar 01, 2001 - Issue 6
Do you know which foods are recommended to maintatin a healthy digestive system? Find out more in our newsletters on Digestive Health.
- Feb 01, 2001 - Issue 5
Health In Teenage Years: - the nutrient requirements of teenagers and health problems which can affect them
- Jan 01, 2001 - Issue 4
What do we mean by the Immune System, and what are some of the diseases which can affect it, and how can we help protect against them?
Find out in this month's newsletters, "A Healthy Immune System".
- Dec 01, 2000 - Issue 3
Lifestyle and dietary recommendations for maintaining health in later years.
- Nov 01, 2000 - Issue 2
When we consider respiration, we think of breathing air into the lungs; however, there is more to respiration than this - find out more in this month's Respiratory Health.
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