Nordic Naturals

Nordic Naturals

Nordic Naturals provide a wide range of supplements ans vitamins all containing purified fish oil.
Now when I think of fish oil I immediately thing that its going to smell and taste of rotten fish - well you'll be pleased to hear that due to it being purified Nordic Naturals have removed all the yukkyness, kept the goodness and added a pleasant flavour.

I have been reviewing a product from Nordic Naturals called Ultimate Omega D3.
They are quite large lemon flavoured soft gel capsules that provide exceptionally high levels of the omega-3 essential fatty acids EPA and DHA, in addition to 1000 I.U. of vitamin D3, in one delicious serving.
Vitamin D3 (or cholecalciferol) is the natural form of vitamin D produced by the body, and is better absorbed and utilized than other forms.

At first glance I thought the capsules to be very big, but as they are smooth they are very very easy to swallow (which is good as you have to take 2 daily with food).  To be honest I don't know why they worry about making them lemon flavour as you don't taste them at all!  It is nicer though if you smell the container to smell lemon rather than fish.


The purified fish oil is from anchovies and sardines, this along with the Vitamin D3 helps to support your cardiovascular system and bones. 

The products from Nordic Naturals are all well made, professional and for all the family - there are supplements for children and categorised into types of the body that you want to support so its easy to buy the type you want or need.

For more information please visit: http://www.nordicnaturals.com/uk/index.html

Available from many Health Food shops around the UK.

Femibion - Energetic Mum

Femibion - Energetic Mum

Up at 7am, get Emma up, feed her, feed myself, check emails, shower Emma, shower myself, dry Emma's hair, dry my own, run down the stairs, grab coat, grab bag & keys, get in car, run back in shout at Emma to hurry up, lock door, run around car and re-close Emma's door, drive to school, walk Emma to the playground, run back to car, zoom to work, work all day, drive home, get the dog and walk up to school, meet Emma play in park and walk home, wash up breakfast stuff, start dinner, check emails, help with homework, greet Andy, listen to how his day was, feed dog, eat dinner, wash up, sort out online life, put Emma to bed, watch tv, go to bed.

Does that sound familiar? That is my daily routine ... busy bee aren't I !!
I have been taking Femibion Energetic Mum supplements from Seven Seas and to be honest they do actually give you a bit of a boost.

The ingredient list is huge so I will point out the main bits: Vitamin E, Vitamin B12, Vitamin B6, Vitamin B1, Vitamin B2, CoQ10, Iron and Zinc.
Each tablet gives you 100% recommended daily allowance of the above - which is great as you only have to take 1 tablet a day!

Femibion® for Energetic Mums the first multi-nutrient probiotic specifically formulated for busy mums. It provides nutritional support to help ensure the diet of new mothers, helping you to stay healthy and support vitality.

Femibion® for Energetic Mums contains a combination of probiotics, CoQ10 and further necessary nutrients like iron and zinc. Independent research has shown that the specially selected probiotics help support the body’s natural defence system while CoQ10 helps the body to release energy. And because it’s also suitable to take while you’re breastfeeding, you can start enjoying the benefits right away.

I found the tablets to be a nice size, not too big and not too small. They are coated in a really smooth substance which makes them very easy to swallow. I'm not great with tablets and I took them really easily - so I am really happy.

Available from all main supermarkets and high street chemists they are really easy to buy along with your shopping. If you take your daily tablet at the same time as (for example) eating your breakfast then you are less likely to forget to take it. However these are not prescription medication ... so if you do forget it won't matter too much.

Main points of use:
Take one tablet per day with a cold drink.
Do not exceed the recommended daily intake.
Can be taken during breast-feeding and for as long as required after child-birth.
Women who are pregnant or planning a pregnancy should consult their doctor before taking vitamin or mineral supplements.
Food supplements are intended to supplement the diet and should not be regarded as a substitute for a varied diet and a healthy lifestyle.
Keep out of reach of young children.


For more information please visit: http://www.seven-seas.com/femibion