The main component of ligaments, tendons, cartilages & spinal discs is collagen which is the most abundant protein found in mammals, with it's purpose being to actually connect cells together. The name collagen is derived from Greek & means 'produce glue'. The tissues mentioned above are also rich in proteoglycans which are 95% glycosaminoglycans (GAGs) & 5% protein. These GAGs act as a framework for collagen to model onto & consequently are responsible with collagen for continuously building & rebuilding ligaments, tendons, cartilages & spinal discs. The major precursor in GAG production is Glucosamine which is produced in the body from glucose & glutamine. Athletic endeavor, physical work or simply passing years means the body can no longer keep up with demand for Glucosamine & damage to the joints can occur. ...

A healthy diet & lifestyle ought to provide us with all the vitamins, minerals & other factors we require. However, unfortunately due to the nature of our day to day lives we are often unable to pay proper attention to our nutritional well being & therefore a multivitamin & mineral supplement may help to plug those gaps in our diet. Multi Vitamins + Minerals Vitamins are substances that are required in very small amounts by the body for healthy growth & development. Vitamins are subdivided into water-soluble & fat-soluble categories. Water soluble vitamins (B & C) that are not used are excreted from the body & must be taken regularly. Fat-soluble vitamins (A, D, E & K) dissolve in fats & oil & can be stored in the body. Minerals are elements that are required in varying amounts, from iron & calcium for healthy blood & bones to tiny amounts of copper & fluorine to carry out essential chemical reactions. Minerals required in very small amounts are known as trace elements. The body cannot manufacture vitamins or minerals & must receive adequate supplies in the diet. A healthy diet is undeniably the best way to provide us with all the vitamins & minerals our bodies require, but with the exacting demands of modern life, it is not always possible to eat what we know we should. A multivitamin & mineral supplement may help to plug those gaps in our diet. The Recommended Daily Amounts (RDA’s) set for vitamins were designed in 1941 to ensure diseases caused by vitamin & mineral deficiency were avoided. The Benefits of Multivitamins & Minerals  A good multivitamin & mineral preparation will provide sufficient vitamins & minerals to maintain good health. Properties  Most of our multivitamin & mineral preparations contain too many ingredients to list each one & their properties here. A list of all the vitamins, minerals & trace elements & their functions can be found in tables 1, 2 & 3 respectively at the back of the product information binder. Complete Multivitamins & Minerals, A~Z, Antioxidant Formula – Suitable for Vegetarians These ensure an adequate supply of many important nutrients needed by the body on a daily basis. Natures Aid formulation contains antioxidants, which can block some of the damage caused by free radicals. Free radicals are fragments of molecules in a highly unstable state & can be produced by smoking, pollution, exposure to the sun, stress & even normal chemical reactions in the body. In order to become stable, they will react (oxidise) with any substance they can & if they oxidise important components of a cell they cause damage. It is vital to neutralise free radicals before damage can occur. Substances known for their ability to mop up free radicals are known as antioxidants & include Vitamins C & E, Selenium, Zinc & Manganese. ...

A healthy diet & lifestyle ought to provide us with all the vitamins, minerals & other factors we require. However, unfortunately due to the nature of our day to day lives we are often unable to pay proper attention to our nutritional well being & therefore a multivitamin & mineral supplement may help to plug those gaps in our diet. Multi Vitamins + Minerals Vitamins are substances that are required in very small amounts by the body for healthy growth & development. Vitamins are subdivided into water-soluble & fat-soluble categories. Water soluble vitamins (B & C) that are not used are excreted from the body & must be taken regularly. Fat-soluble vitamins (A, D, E & K) dissolve in fats & oil & can be stored in the body. Minerals are elements that are required in varying amounts, from iron & calcium for healthy blood & bones to tiny amounts of copper & fluorine to carry out essential chemical reactions. Minerals required in very small amounts are known as trace elements. The body cannot manufacture vitamins or minerals & must receive adequate supplies in the diet. A healthy diet is undeniably the best way to provide us with all the vitamins & minerals our bodies require, but with the exacting demands of modern life, it is not always possible to eat what we know we should. A multivitamin & mineral supplement may help to plug those gaps in our diet. The Recommended Daily Amounts (RDA’s) set for vitamins were designed in 1941 to ensure diseases caused by vitamin & mineral deficiency were avoided. The Benefits of Multivitamins & Minerals  A good multivitamin & mineral preparation will provide sufficient vitamins & minerals to maintain good health. Properties  Most of our multivitamin & mineral preparations contain too many ingredients to list each one & their properties here. A list of all the vitamins, minerals & trace elements & their functions can be found in tables 1, 2 & 3 respectively at the back of the product information binder. Complete Multivitamins & Minerals, A~Z, Antioxidant Formula – Suitable for Vegetarians These ensure an adequate supply of many important nutrients needed by the body on a daily basis. Natures Aid formulation contains antioxidants, which can block some of the damage caused by free radicals. Free radicals are fragments of molecules in a highly unstable state & can be produced by smoking, pollution, exposure to the sun, stress & even normal chemical reactions in the body. In order to become stable, they will react (oxidise) with any substance they can & if they oxidise important components of a cell they cause damage. It is vital to neutralise free radicals before damage can occur. Substances known for their ability to mop up free radicals are known as antioxidants & include Vitamins C & E, Selenium, Zinc & Manganese. ...

Pycnogenol (pick-nah-geh-nol) is a unique natural plant extract made from the bark of the Maritime Pine tree which grows on the coast of France. It was Professor Jacques Masquelier who discovered the biochemistry, the needles contain vitamin C & the bark contains flavanoids. He isolated the first compound in 1951 & coined the term Pycnogenol. The trees are cut for timber & the bark is used to make this, one tonne of raw pine bark makes about 2.5kg of pycnogenol. As an antioxidant, it has shown to be 50 times more powerful than Vitamin E & 20 times more than Vitamin C. It also offers support to the circulatory system by neutralising free radicals in the blood stream, Joint Protection, Tissue & Organ protection, inhibits the formulation of histamine which is responsible for causing allergic reactions, also improves skin elasticity & smoothness during aging. Pycnogenol is used for: Antioxidant
- Pycnogenol has been shown to be a potent scavenger of oxygen free radicals. Studies have shown that Pycnogenol is 50 times more powerful than Vitamin E & 20 times more powerful than Vitamin C. Circulatory System
- Pycnogenol offers support to the circulatory system by neutralising free radicals in the blood stream, preventing radical build up & promoting the integrity of the vessel walls. It is also able to support circulation in the extremities & in the capillaries that feed the eyes. Joint Protection
- Pycnogenol is able to inhibit certain proteolytic enzymes such as collagenase & elastase which degrade the collagen & elastin in connective tissue giving rise to such conditions as joint degeneration. Tissue & Organ Protection
- Pycnogenol plays an important role in the support of the blood vessels as described earlier & as a consequence of this it helps to support tissues & organs throughout the body that rely on adequate blood flow. Allergy
- Pycnogenol inhibits the formation of histamine which is responsible for causing allergic reactions. Skin Health
- Pycnogenol improves skin elasticity & smoothness during the aging process, as well as protecting the skin against the harmful effects of the sun. It has also been shown to be beneficial in cases of psoriasis.





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Pycnogenol (pick-nah-geh-nol) is a unique natural plant extract made from the bark of the Maritime Pine tree which grows on the coast of France. It was Professor Jacques Masquelier who discovered the biochemistry, the needles contain vitamin C & the bark contains flavanoids. He isolated the first compound in 1951 & coined the term Pycnogenol. The trees are cut for timber & the bark is used to make this, one tonne of raw pine bark makes about 2.5kg of pycnogenol. As an antioxidant, it has shown to be 50 times more powerful than Vitamin E & 20 times more than Vitamin C. It also offers support to the circulatory system by neutralising free radicals in the blood stream, Joint Protection, Tissue & Organ protection, inhibits the formulation of histamine which is responsible for causing allergic reactions, also improves skin elasticity & smoothness during aging. Pycnogenol is used for: Antioxidant
- Pycnogenol has been shown to be a potent scavenger of oxygen free radicals. Studies have shown that Pycnogenol is 50 times more powerful than Vitamin E & 20 times more powerful than Vitamin C. Circulatory System
- Pycnogenol offers support to the circulatory system by neutralising free radicals in the blood stream, preventing radical build up & promoting the integrity of the vessel walls. It is also able to support circulation in the extremities & in the capillaries that feed the eyes. Joint Protection
- Pycnogenol is able to inhibit certain proteolytic enzymes such as collagenase & elastase which degrade the collagen & elastin in connective tissue giving rise to such conditions as joint degeneration. Tissue & Organ Protection
- Pycnogenol plays an important role in the support of the blood vessels as described earlier & as a consequence of this it helps to support tissues & organs throughout the body that rely on adequate blood flow. Allergy
- Pycnogenol inhibits the formation of histamine which is responsible for causing allergic reactions. Skin Health
- Pycnogenol improves skin elasticity & smoothness during the aging process, as well as protecting the skin against the harmful effects of the sun. It has also been shown to be beneficial in cases of psoriasis.





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Pycnogenol is a powerful antioxidant, extracted from the bark of the Maritime Pine Tree. As an antioxidant, it has shown to be 50 times more powerful than Vitamin E & 20 times more than Vitamin C. It also offers support to the circulatory system by neutralising free radicals in the blood stream, Joint Protection, Tissue & Organ protection, inhibits the formulation of histamine which is responsible for causing allergic reactions, also improves skin elasticity & smoothness during aging. ...