Ortho-nat for dietetics and nutrition

Turmeric has been a familiar substance in the West since antiquity and has been used in India as a spice since time immemorial. Indians consume an average of two to five grams per day. It adds a yellow colour to food. And when taken at the end of a meal, it promotes digestion. The active substance in turmeric is curcumin. Four grams of turmeric provide +/-200 mg of pure curcumin. The presence of piperine (black pepper) increases its bioavailability in the body. The Lactobacillus Sporogens is a living micro-organism. The most abundant bacteria in our intestinal flora are Lactobacillus and Bifidobacillus. They promote digestion and play an important role in the intestinal eco-system.

The menopause is often accompanied by heat flashes, excessive sensitivity, irritability, night sweats and weight gain. The root of the wild yam contains diosgenin. Wild yam extract : - Helps ensure a calm and comfortable menopause; - Offers support to women so that they can cope with symptoms of the menopause such as hot flashes, excessive perspiration, nervousness and irritability. These plant-based capsules contain 500 mg of dry extract of wild yam root containing 80 mg of diosgenin. Wild Yam 16 may also enhance the effect of ISOFLAVONES 40.

Stress, age, the demands of modern-day life can have an impact on the vitality of mature men. Tribulus terrestris 650 is made up of extract of Tribulus terrestris that is rich in saponines. Tribulus terrestris is a tropical perennial plant that has been used for a very long time in traditional and ayurvedic medicine. Extract of Tribulus terrestris helps stimulate desire and boost sexual prowess.

Omega 3 (EPA and DHA) contribute to a normal cardiac function. In general, 250 mg of EPA and DHA consumption is sufficient to maintain a healthy heart function. Brain: DHA, lipid structure of brain tissue, participates in the functioning of the brain. In general, the consumption of 250 mg of DHA is recommended. The nervous system Long- chain Omega 3 supports the normal development of the nervous system. Vision: DHA helps in the maintenance of good vision. The beneficial effect is obtained by the daily consumption of 250 mg of DHA. Vitality: Fish oils help maintain mental health and energy. Pregnant and breastfeeding women Omega 3 supplements may help maintain mental functions during pregnancy and breastfeeding. The DHA in omega 3 is already present in our brains. It is important for the development of the brain, nerves and vision. Children over three: Omega 3 (EPA and DHA) support cognitive functions such as learning during a child’s first years. Nodol Omega 3 also contains natural extract of peppermint that helps maintain healthy digestion Allergens : contains substances derived from fish.

A peaceful reparative night’s sleep is an excellent foundation for a day full of energy. Unfortunately during times of stress and anxiety our minds and bodies under constant attack which can prevent us from sleeping and cause nocturnal agitations. RelaxMax offers a multi-ingredient solution made up of different plant extracts and nutrients. - Extract of Californian poppy helps induce optimal relaxation and improve sleep quality. - It is a precious help in time when one has to deal with the stresses associated with a frenetic lifestyle. - Extract of hops promotes healthy sleep patterns. - Extract of passion fruit helps induce relaxation and sleep. - Extract of lemon balm promotes a sense of serenity and enhances sleep quality. - Magnesium helps reduce fatigue and maintains normal psychological functions. Warning : RelaxMax contains extract of hops and is not recommended for women with a personal or family history of breast cancer.

Vitamin C plays a number of different important roles : - It promotes the production of collagen to strengthen blood vessels, bones, cartilage, gums, teeth and skin. - It promotes metabolic reactions and thus helps reduce fatigue. - It supports a healthy nervous system. - It boosts the immune system. - It protects against free radicals. It promotes the regeneration of the reduced form of vitamin E, - It increases the absorption of iron. Bromelain is an enzyme that is extracted from pineapple stalks (Ananas comosus (L.) Merr.)

 

OMEGA 3 & 6 The combination of two essential oils of evening primrose oil and borage plus the oil of fatty fish guarantees the ideal supply of omega 3 and 6 polyunsaturated fatty acids (2 capsules per day). Evening primrose and borage oil are an excellent source of omega 6 that contains linolenic acid. Both are the produce of organic farming. Fish oil is an excellent source of omega 3 with EPA and DHA that have a beneficial effect on : - Heart and cardiovascular system - Omega 3 (EPA and DHA) contribute to a normal cardiac function. In general, 250 mg of EPA and DHA consumption is sufficient to maintain a healthy heart function. - Brain - DHA, lipid structure of brain tissue, participates in the functioning of the brain. In general, the consumption of 250 mg of DHA is recommended. - The nervous system - Long-chain omega 3 supports the normal development of the nervous system. - Vision - DHA helps in the maintenance of good vision. The beneficial effect is obtained by the daily consumption of 250 mg of DHA. - Vitality - Fish oils help maintain mental health and energy. Their activity is also present with certain categories of the population : - Pregnant and breastfeeding women - Omega 3 supplements may help maintain mental functions during pregnancy and breastfeeding. - The DHA in omega 3 is already present in our brains. It is important for the development of the brain, nerves and vision. - Children over three - Omega 3 (EPA and DHA) support cognitive functions such as learning during a child’s first years. - Taking an Omega 3 supplement helps maintain the balance of omega 3/omega 6 that is essential for a healthy body.

Shark cartilage is a natural source of chondroitin, collagen and different trace elements. Chondroitin sulfate is the most abundant of the glycosaminoglycanes present in the human body. Collagen is a naturally occurring component of the skin. The ingredients in shark cartilage come from non-protected species.

The improved formula of PROCARTIL 900 contains added extract of devil’s claw (Harpagophytum procumbens (Burch.) DC.). Manganese promotes the production of connective tissue such as cartilage for instance. Copper helps maintain connective tissue in good health.

Procartil 900 contains low-molecular weight (for better absorption) chondroitin sulphate and glucosamine sulphate both from marine sources. Copper helps maintain healthy connective tissue and cartilage. Manganese promotes the production of connective tissue and cartilage. Warning : Not recommended for pregnant and breastfeeding women. Procartil 900 contains glucosamine. Please consult your doctor if you are taking anticoagulants.

The ravages of winter, age, sporting activities can all have an impact on ubiquinol levels. Ubiquinol is the non-oxidised from of coenzyme Q10. It is a naturally occurring molecule that is obtained by fermenting yeast. It contains no impurities therefore caused by chemical processes. Ortho Q10H2 100 mg contains vitamin E that helps protect cells against free radicals. Ortho Q10H2 contains cold-pressed, filtered virgin linseed oil.

Vitamin C plays a number of different important roles : - It promotes the production of collagen to strengthen blood vessels, bones, cartilage, gums, teeth and skin. - It promotes metabolic reactions and thus helps reduce fatigue. - It supports a healthy nervous system. - It boosts the immune system. - It protects against free radicals. It promotes the regeneration of the reduced form of vitamin E. - It increases the absorption of iron. Also available in boxes of 150 and 170 tablets.

ACE Selenium is rich in natural vitamins and mineral salts. A great many chemical reactions in the body are responsible for the self-regulating production of free-radical. But factors such as pollution, tobacco, UV rays, pesticides and other external factors can send this system out of balance. The production of free radicals is called oxidative stress. Certain substances can protect us from free radicals. We call them antioxidants. Certain liposoluble and hydrosoluble vitamins help protect against free radicals. Beta carotene: Beta carotene is a precursor of vitamin A. Vitamin A helps the body to stimulate its defence system and increase its resistance. Vitamins C en E: Vitamin C and vitamin E help protect against free radicals. Vitamin C promotes the regeneration of the reduced form of vitamin E. Moreover, vitamin C is known for its role in the body’s metabolism, ensuring an efficient immune system, reducing lethargy and fatigue, etc. Selenium : Selenium helps protect against free radicals and also supports the body’s defence system.

The importance of the role of magnesium on the body was recently officially recognised by the EFSA. Magnesium : - helps reduce fatigue; - plays a role in several reactions of the body such as electrolytic balance, metabolism, normal the nervous system, protein synthesis, cellular division; - helps maintain strong healthy bones and teeth; - promotes healthy muscle and psychological functions. Vitamin B6 Vitamin B6 supports the role of magnesium in reducing occasional fatigue, ensuring an active metabolism, an efficient nervous system. It also plays other roles: - contributes to the metabolism of proteins and glycogen; - plays a role in the creation of red blood cells and boosts the immune system. Taurine: This amino acid: - Helps protect against free radicals; - Boosts the metabolism; - Helps reduce fatigue in the same way as magnesium and vitamin B6. Magnemar force 3 is aimed at people who do sports or anyone on a low-calorie diet. Magnemar force 3, a complete formula : - 300 mg of elementary magnesium (80% RDA) in 1 capsule per day; - Vitamin B6 and taurine. - The magnesium content in Magnemar force 3 comes from the Mediterranean and is 100% natural.

Our intestinal flora is made up in the main of the Lactobacillus and Bifidobacillus bacteria (100,000 billion) are essential in maintaining good health. Each capsule of Transitum contains a total of 5.2 billion bacteria as well as fructo-oligosaccharides and larchwood arabinogalactanes. Warning : Transitum contains fructo-oligosaccharides. Excessive consumption may cause intestinal problems.

The arrival of springtime is often accompanied by symptoms such as a runny nose, stinging eyes and sneezing. MSM complex like Opti MSM (methylsulfonylmethane) contains elementary bio-available sulphur. Plantain, which is known for its soothing effect on the respiratory tract, relieves throat symptoms and facilitates breathing.

Probicran is made up of a combination of three substances : - Total cranberry extract (100% fruit) that guarantees round-the-clock action so that it is only necessary to take one capsule per day. - Extract of cranberry with concentrated proanthocyanidines. - The Lactobacillus Sporogens bacterium. Vaginal flora is normally made up of different Lactobacilli that play a protective role. Certain factors may have an effect on the delicate balance (stress, menopause, aggressive intimate hygiene, etc.). Probicran contains a live micro-organism called Lactobacillus Sporogens. Urinary discomfort may appear when the bacteria of intestinal flora, mainly Escherichia coli, migrate to the vaginal flora and proliferate. Probicran is made from total cranberry extract that is rich in proanthocyanidines.

Vitamin C plays a number of different important roles : - It promotes the production of collagen to strengthen blood vessels, bones, cartilage, gums, teeth and skin. - It promotes metabolic reactions and thus helps reduce fatigue. - It supports a healthy nervous system. - It boosts the immune system. - It protects against free radicals. It promotes the regeneration of the reduced form of vitamin E. - It increases the absorption of iron. Also available in boxes of 150 and 170 tablets.

Stress, menopause, lack of natural daylight, social, cultural, family tensions, lack of opportunities to relax, overwork can all affect our mood and provoke temporary lethargy. Extract of St. John’s Wort helps maintain emotional and general equilibrium. It promotes optimal relaxation and helps maintain healthy sleep patterns. Warning : St. John’s Wort reacts with a wide range of drugs. Ask your doctor or chemist whether it may be taken at the same time as your medicine.

Every day our brains process thousands of pieces of information. In order to save or call up this information, we need the help of our memory. Current life conditions and new social imperatives take up an increasing amount of our attention, our concentration and make constant demands on our memory. As soon as we reach adulthood, our faculty for retaining information is enhanced if it receives the necessary support. Le Ginkgo biloba, reputed to be one of the oldest trees in the world has remained unchanged for more than 200 million years. Le Ginkgo biloba helps maintain a good nervous balance and mental equilibrium.

Probicran is made up of a combination of three substances : - Total cranberry extract (100% fruit) that guarantees round-the-clock action so that it is only necessary to take one capsule per day. - Extract of cranberry with concentrated proanthocyanidines. - The Lactobacillus Sporogens bacterium. Vaginal flora is normally made up of different Lactobacilli that play a protective role. Certain factors may have an effect on the delicate balance (stress, menopause, aggressive intimate hygiene, etc.). Probicran contains a live micro-organism called Lactobacillus Sporogens. Urinary discomfort may appear when the bacteria of intestinal flora, mainly Escherichia coli, migrate to the vaginal flora and proliferate. Probicran is made from total cranberry extract that is rich in proanthocyanidines.

computer, mobile phones, watching TV etc.). At night when there is not much light, our eyes have to adjust and work harder. Some foods are well known for their capacity to boost our visual faculty. Shortwave light rays (ultraviolet and blue) from the sun interact with certain components in the eye and create free radicals. ORTHALNET that is rich in antioxidants provides protection against free radicals. Selenium, zinc, vitamins C and E help protect cells against this oxidative stress. Zinc helps maintain a normal vision. Blueberry extract helps maintain boost microcirculation. Marigold extract helps maintain normal vision.

Most products generally talk about " red rice yeast ", but in fact it is red yeast obtained from rice. This yeast (Monascus purpureus) grows on rice; it contains a pronounced red pigment. Which means that it is the yeast that is red and not the rice. In Asia red yeast rice is above all a food product and is used as a colouring agent or a flavour enhancer in different food preparations such as sauces, fish mousse, rice wine, red tofu, marinated vegetables, salted meats, etc. 25 mg of Q10H2 (ubiquinol) is a good complement to red yeast rice. Ubiquinol is the non-oxidised form of the coenzyme Q10. It is a natural molecule produced from fermented yeast and it contains no impurities therefore caused by chemical processes. Ortho Q10H2 25 mg contains vitamin E that protects against free radicals. Ortho Q10H2 contains filtered cold-pressed virgin linseed oil.