Click here for Natures Sunshine 7-Keto Capsules 30

BENEFITS 7-Keto is a safe, natural metabolite of dehydroepiandrosterone (DHEA). 

Supplementing with 7-Keto may increase the production of T3, a thyroid hormone. 

The thyroid hormones play a role in determining the body’s basal metabolic rate. 

7-Keto also supports the body’s immune system efforts by enhancing the function of white blood cells. It is important to note that, unlike other metabolites of DHEA, 7-Keto is not converted to sex hormones (either androgens or estrogens) 

INDICATIONS FOR USE 

 Helps increase basal metabolism 

 Promotes lean muscle growth 

 Supports weight management goals 

 Enhances immune system function 

 Can aid memory function 

CONTAINS per 2 capsule dose:

7-Keto™ 7-oxo-dehydroepiandrosterone acetate 75mg 

Other ingredients: Cellulose, capsule (gelatin, water), chickweed aerial parts (Stellaria media) vegetable magnesium stearate 

RECOMMENDED DOSE Take 1 capsule daily with a meal 

CAUTION Those with hyperthyroidism should consult their health care professional prior to use 

This product and information is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.

They are delicious Blackberry flavoured soft gummies that are 99.9% sugar free and easy to take with no water required for swallowing. Always supervise young children consuming any solid food, and cut into smaller pieces if required.

Magnesium is a vital nutrient for every cell in growing bodies and is involved in several hundred functions in the body. It’s essential for mood, concentration, sleep and energy production as well as muscle, bone, nerve and heart health.

L-Theanine is a unique amino acid that supports an alert state of relaxation by increasing the effects of GABA, our calming brain chemical. L-theanine does not have a sedative effect, instead it increases alpha brain waves which predominate in a relaxed, alert state promoting cognition, clarity and focus.

Combined, Magnesium and L-Theanine support daytime balance and restful sleep. Growing minds and body's require a healthy sleep pattern to function properly, and a quality sleep allows little bodies to repair and rejuvenate so they wake up feeling fresh and full of energy. Radiance Kid's Calm & Focus Gummies can support balanced mood and energy in growing Kids

Click here to view Radiance Kid's Gummies Calm & Focus

Good Health B Stress Free is back in stock & available 

Be in quick while stocks last!

30's = Click Here

60's = Click Here

Active Manuka Honey.

There is a direct conversion between UMF & MGO

UMF15 equates to MGO550

UMF20 equates to MGO830

IMPORTANT - UMF20 is 33% STRONGER than UMF15

Kaimai Gold 20+ Manuka Honey 500g - NZ$120 - Licensed & Accredited

Manuka Health MGO550 500g - NZ$129

All honeys contain a small amount of anti-bacterial activity due to the hydrogen peroxide they contain.

Manuka Honey has the advantage of maximising this anti-bacterial activity due to the presence of natural compounds called Methylglyoxals.

Methogloxal is a compound found in the pollen in the flowers of the NZ native tree called Manuka.

The Manuka tree has a short flowering period which makes the placement of hives and the timing of the harvest crucial as the quality of the Methogloxal content of the honey can vary widely.

There are 2 ways of measuring the anti-bacterial strength of Manuka Honey, which can be confusing.

UMF (Unique Manuka Factor) is an internationally registered trademark that can be used only by licensed users who meet set criteria which include auditing and monitoring to ensure the product is natural, unadulterated, Manuka honey that has the unique non-peroxide antibacterial activity and is true-to-label claim.

A UMF of 15 equates to an anti-bacterial killing power of a 15% solution of phenol in water – so is very strong.

A UMF of 20 equates to an anti-bacterial killing power of a 20% solution of phenol in water – so is even stronger (33% stronger than UMF15)

To receive a UMF® grading, a honey must have the presence of DHA (dihydroxyacetone), Methylglyoxal, and Leptosperin.

The UMF® rating is a measure of the attributes and values that make up Manuka honey, and assures purity & quality.

MGO is an actual measure of the single concentration of the active anti-bacterial compound (Methogloxal) actually in that pot of honey.

So there is a direct conversion between UMF & MGO

UMF15 equates to MGO550

UMF20 equates to MGO830

UMF20 is 33% STRONGER than UMF15

Eye Health - Good eye health is mostly taken for granted in the young, but as we age many people begin to see less clearly, and the years of exposure to harsh UV light, irritants, eye-strain and less tear production, can lead to dry eye problems, often resulting in red and irritated eyes. 

Long term healthy eating and UV protection plays an important role in eye health. A good diet provides nutrients required to support healthy eyes, adequate tear production, and promote good circulation to the eye tissues. It is never too late to improve dietary habits!

The intake of certain concentrated essential fatty acids and nutrients can have a more speedy effect, helping to improve tear production and promote long term eye health, when taken on a daily basis.

Nordic Omega Vision is a specialised formula designed to support healthy vision, moisture levels and tear production, with added antioxidants to help promote long term eye health. Omega Vision is specifically formulated to protect eyes and support healthy vision by combining concentrated omega-3s with natural carotenoids, FloraGlo lutein and zeaxanthin. FloraGLO is the most clinically researched brand of lutein, shown to help protect eyes from damaging blue light from the sun. Omega-3 DHA is more concentrated in eye tissue than in any other part of the body. This unique blend supports eye health, while also protecting against damaging ultraviolet blue light.

(Nordic Naturals provide premium quality ingredients in their supplements) 

When you consider how important your eyes are, this supplement is a worthwhile investment indeed!

Click here to view Nordic Omega Vision Capsules 60

Circumin & Krill – Nature’s Anti-inflammatories

Your Doctor prescribed anti-inflammatories such as Voltaren, Diclofenac, Naproxen, Ibuprofen all come with unintended side-effects which can prevent a large proportion of people taking them.

• Gastric Inflammation – Rules out anyone with heartburn, gastric reflux, indigestion.
• Increased load on Kidney’s – Rules out anyone taking ACE Inhibitor blood pressure medications such as Cilazapril, Quinapril, Candesarten. Also rules out anyone taking fluid “water” tablets such as Bendrofluazide & Furosemide.
• Increased risk of Bronchospasm – All asthmatics using medications such as Ventolin, Salbutamol, Serevent & Bricanyl need to be cautious about increasing their risk of an asthma attack.

Fish Oils (& in particular Krill Oil), & Circumin (from the herb Turmeric) are all powerful natural anti-inflammatories.

These natural anti-inflammatories can be successfully used in all chronic inflammatory conditions such as

• Joint inflammation – Osteoarthritis, Rheumatoid Arthritis & Sports Injuries
• Heart & Cardiovascular Health – Where chronic inflammation can be the underlying reason behind the cholesterol plaque formation in blocked arteries.
• Menstrual inflammation causing PMS or Dysmenorrhoea
• Children with learning disorders
• The elderly with cognitive difficulties associated with “natural” ageing.

A premium combination product now available is Clinicians Triple Power Krill with Circumin.

Other products available are

Clinicians Krill

Good Health Fish Oil

Radiance Turmeric

Ethical Nutrients Pain Relief

Naturopath available instore at belmontpharmacy@xtra.co.nz

Melatonin is a natural human hormone produced by a small gland attached to our brain called the Pineal gland.

The process of synthesising Melatonin starts with a common amino acid found in our food called Tryptophan. Tryptophan is also a precursor (building block) in the brains production of Serotonin. The pineal gland is stimulated to produce Melatonin, triggered by light sensitive receptors in our eyes that respond to falling daylight levels as the day moves into night.

These light receptors react primarily to the levels of blue light in the range of 460-480nm. This narrow spectrum of daylight (which is NOT present in artificial light) suppresses the pineal gland in its ability to make Melatonin. As the day darkens and the levels of the blue light drops the Pineal gland is stimulated to produce Melatonin.

Melatonin’s effects are well known in being one of the factors (amongst many) that influence how we sleep.

Melatonin is currently a Prescription Only Medicine in New Zealand, although there is an application for a 2mg Prolonged Release tablet called Circadin 2mg to be reclassified to a Pharmacist Only Medicine for use as a “monotherapy for the short term treatment of primary insomnia characterized by poor quality of sleep in patients who are aged 55 or over.”

Melatonin prolonged release 2mg (CIRCADIN) has proven benefit  in facilitating onset of sleep, improving sleep quality, next day alertness and quality of life in people aged 55 years and over, with primary insomnia.

Melatonin is also naturally found in foods, and is especially present in cherries, with lesser amounts in other foods such as bananas, pineapples, grapes, rice and cereals, olive oil, wine & beer.

Research conducted by Dr Russel Reiter at the University of Texas Health Science Center in San Antonio has confirmed that, in particular, Montmorency tart cherries contain "an extremely significant quantity of melatonin - enough to produce positive results in the body."

Radiance Tart Cherry Sleep Capsules are a capsule containing 400mg of Montmorency Tart Cherry Skin Concentrate (Prunus Cerasus), but specifically makes no claims regarding Melatonin.

NOTE - If you have a NZ Prescription for Circadin 2mg, you can post that prescription to us & we will courier to you at no charge. Circadin 2mg is not subsidised by the NZ Health System and costs $......... per packet of 30.

Belmont Pharmacy – Trading as www.nz-online-pharmacy.com

143 Lake Rd

Devonport 0622

ph 09 445 8247

Fax 09 445 8250

The Problem

Leaky Gut – Sounds serious – and it can be, and it is a lot more common than people may think.

Leaky Gut or “intestinal permeability” could be the cause of many of our “lifestyle” chronic health complaints such as allergy type symptoms such as itching, sneezing, gastrointestinal disturbance, redness, stomach pain, cramping, diarrhoea and flatulence.

It is also highly probable that Leaky Gut is largely responsible for the dramatic increase of food allergies, inflammatory disorders (eczema, dermatitis) and other autoimmune disorders seen in today’s population.

A perfectly functioning gut is

• the barrier (just like our external skin) between the outside world and our internal body
• responsible for the absorption (or not) of nutrients
• responsible for elimination (or not) of body toxins

And as such the gut is immensely important for the overall state of our health. The health of the lining of our gut should be one of the most important factors in our long term health, alongside the current focus of cardio-vascular (blood lipids) health.

A healthy gut lining is made up of specialised cells connected by “tight junctions” - which are like the mortar between bricks, and ideally the seal that these tight junctions  provide are leakproof – so that the only absorption of nutrients and the excretion of toxins can only occur through the epithelial cells that line the gut.

Our modern lifestyle and dietary choices can weaken the joins between our gut epithelial cells so that toxins, microbes, and even minute food particles (in particular proteins) can leak through our gut lining in to our intestinal cells and in to our general circulation.

This in turn can lead to our immune system reacting to these foreign “invaders” or irritants leading on inflammation and allergy.

Those lifestyle, dietary, and medication factors include

• Alcohol,    
• Antacids,
• Antibiotics,
• Caffeine,
• Infections (candida, rotavirus, Clostridium, etc.),
• Lack of dietary fibre
• Low stomach acid.
• NSAIDs – (Voltaren, Diclofenac, Aspirin, Ibuprofen, Brufen, Nurofen),
• Reduced probiotic numbers,
• Stress

Part of the Answer (1)

Colostrum is a pre-milk made specifically by any mammal nursing mother to their newborn in the first few days after birth has taken place.

 It is NOT milk.

New Zealand bovine (Cow) colostrum contains more than 100 compounds that assist and support the infant calf to maintain optimal health. This valuable Colostrum is collected once a year during natural calving from year round pasture fed cows. All of these cows are certified antibiotic free and free from hormones, and are also certified BSE free.

Cow colostrum is a perfectly balanced product for humans being low in fat, but high in protein, carbohydrates, and

• High levels of natural immunoglobulins IgG, Ig E, and Ig M, which are all involved in our body’s self-defence mechanism used by the body to fight both viral and bacterial infections, and strengthens your immune system against potential allergens
• Lactoferrin which acts as a powerful ant-viral and anti-bacterial, and valuable growth factors GF1, IGF2, TGF D2 & TGF D2 to nourish the newborn.
• Growth factors which can assist with the regeneration and repair of injured or damaged muscle, skin nerve tissue and cartilage

The immune factors in Colostrum work to support healthy intestinal immune function and maintaining an ideal gut flora balance. The growth factors in Colostrum support the body’s ability to maintain healthy intestinal tissues, fat metabolism and muscle mass. Colostrum has been found to support the body’s natural healing and immune system processes (especially in the intestine), especially when you are run down or going through chronic discomfort.

The best colostrum products contain only 100% high protein, high IgG, agglomerated Colostrum with no fillers or artificial additives, and ideally have been produced by using a special low heat process to guarantee maintaining optimum biological activity.

Click here for more information on Radiance Colostrum 500mg Capsules

Click here for Radiance Colostrum 400mg Chewable Tablets

Click here for Good Health Colostrum Capsules

Click here for Good Health 100% Colostrum Powder 100g

Click here for more NZ Colostrum products are also available on our Colostrum page

Part of the Answer (2)

Pro-Biotics

More on that in another blog

Viralex Attack contains 3 immune strengthening herbs, plus Zinc to boost your body’s natural defences against many of Winter’s viruses.

1)      Potent Spanish Olive Leaf extract 2500mg – Equivalent to Oleuropein 60mg

2)      High strength Andrographis Leaf 2000mg – Equivalent to Andrographolides 21mg

3)      Pau d’Arco Bark  – 500mg

4)      Zinc Gluconate 39mg – Equivalent to Zinc 5mg

Viralex Attack can be taken both as a maintenance “keep the bugs away” ONCE a day dose (think of it as insurance against getting ill)

OR as a more aggressive “attack the bugs” in a THREE times a day regime - for when you feel under threat from those winter ills & chills.

Click here to see the Viralex Attack product.

Spanish Olive Leaf

Contains, amongst other things, the active ingredient Oleuropein which has been shown to be a natural wide-spectrum antibiotic, with anti-bacterial, anti-viral, and anti-fungal actions. It seems to have these actions by being able to penetrate infected cells and inhibiting the bacteria/virus replicating making it very effective against colds, flu, and upper respiratory and sinus infections. Oleuropein is also a powerful antioxidant. Spanish Olive Leaf also contains other antioxidants Hydroxytyrosol & Tyrosol, all of which help the body fight inflammation

Andrographis Leaf

Andrographis paniculata is an herb native to the Indian subcontinent and is used in Ayurvedic (Ancient Indian) medicine for centuries for convalescence after fevers and has been shown to possess significant antimicrobial activity lessening the severity and frequency of colds and reducing the need for over-prescribing of antibiotics.

Pau d’Arco Bark

Pau d'Arco is a rain forest canopy tree native to South and Latin America. Pau d'Arco has a long and well-documented history of use by the indigenous Native Amazon peoples in the treatment of colds, coughs, flu, malaria, fever and respiratory problems. The antimicrobial properties of many of Pau d'Arco's active phytochemicals have been demonstrated in many clinical trials to exhibit strong in-vitro activity against various gram positive and gram negative bacteria, fungi and yeasts, and also in-vitro antiviral properties against various viruses, including Herpes I and II, influenza. In short, all the sorts of bugs that thrive and are easily communicable in Winter

Zinc

Zinc is known to play a central role in the immune system, and the zinc-deficient often experience increased susceptibility to a variety of pathogens.  Zinc has an influence at many levels of the immune system - from the barrier of the skin, to gene regulation within lymphocytes. Zinc is crucial for normal development and function of cells involved in providing nonspecific immunity such as neutrophils and natural killer cells.