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Her Health™ Podcast Recap: Sexuality & Libido Through the Ages 7 MIN READ

Her Health™ Podcast Recap: Sexuality & Libido Through the Ages

In Episode 2 of the Her Health™ Podcast, host and Phytoceutics® CEO Laura Johnston and sex coach Nicki Brivik explore libido, intimacy, and confidence throughout the different stages of a woman’s life.

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Supporting Gut & Brain Health for a Balanced Life: Understanding Butyrate 6 MIN READ

Supporting Gut & Brain Health for a Balanced Life: Understanding Butyrate

The intricate connection between gut health and brain function underscores the importance of maintaining a balanced microbiome, particularly the ability to produce butyrate, a key molecule in gut-brain communication.

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The Power of Cellular Recycling: How Autophagy Supports Healthy Ageing 6 MIN READ

The Power of Cellular Recycling: How Autophagy Supports Healthy Ageing

When autophagy declines, damaged cell components start to accumulate, which can contribute to conditions like neurodegeneration and metabolic disorders.

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The Brain-Ageing Link: Why Magnesium Matters More As You Get Older 6 MIN READ

The Brain-Ageing Link: Why Magnesium Matters More As You Get Older

New research also suggests that magnesium L-threonate plays a key role in brain function – helping to support memory, focus, and mood.

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Her Health™ Podcast Recap: Skincare Tips As You Age with Dr. Lauren Knight 7 MIN READ

Her Health™ Podcast Recap: Skincare Tips As You Age with Dr. Lauren Knight

The Her Health™ podcast by Phytoceutics® launched its very first episode with an empowering conversation between host Laura Johnston, CEO of Phytoceutics®, and Dr. Lauren Knight, a leading dermatologist in Cape Town who specialises in medical, surgical, and cosmetic dermatology.

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Senolytics: The Different Types and What They Do 6 MIN READ

Senolytics: The Different Types and What They Do

Ageing is inevitable. However, you can partly control the speed at which you do so. Senolytic supplements present a breakthrough approach to healthy ageing by selectively clearing these harmful cells, reducing inflammation, and restoring tissue function. 

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How To Make Kids’ Supplements Easy, Fun, and Fuss-Free 4 MIN READ

How To Make Kids’ Supplements Easy, Fun, and Fuss-Free

Building strong foundations for lifelong health starts early – and supplements can play an important role in supporting growth, immunity, energy, and digestion.

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Magnesium L-Threonate: A Brain-Boosting Supplement 5 MIN READ

Magnesium L-Threonate: A Brain-Boosting Supplement

Magnesium is an essential mineral involved in over 300 biochemical reactions in the body, including nerve function, muscle contraction, and bone health. Magnesium L-threonate stands out due to its unique ability to cross the blood-brain barrier, making it particularly beneficial for cognitive function and sleep quality.

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Top Nutrients to Support Healthy Hair, Skin, and Nails 6 min read

Top Nutrients to Support Healthy Hair, Skin, and Nails

Healthy hair, glowing skin, and strong nails reflect overall wellness. While genetics, lifestyle, and environmental factors influence appearance, nutrition plays a central role.  

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Ovoderm®: Support Hair, Skin & Nail Health from Within 6 MIN READ

Ovoderm®: Support Hair, Skin & Nail Health from Within

As we age, the visible signs of time start to appear in our hair, skin, and nails – thinner hair, fine lines, reduced skin elasticity, and brittle nails. 

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10 Science-Backed Strategies for Better Sleep  5 Min Read

10 Science-Backed Strategies for Better Sleep 

In today’s fast-paced world, sleep is often sacrificed in favour of productivity or screen time.

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Iron for Pregnancy: Why Supplementing Matters for Mom and Baby 6 Min Read

Iron for Pregnancy: Why Supplementing Matters for Mom and Baby

Iron is a vital nutrient throughout life, but during pregnancy, its importance increases dramatically. 

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Supporting Gut & Brain Health for a Balanced Life: Understanding Butyrate 6 MIN READ

Supporting Gut & Brain Health for a Balanced Life: Understanding Butyrate

The intricate connection between gut health and brain function underscores the importance of maintaining a balanced microbiome, particularly the ability to produce butyrate, a key molecule in gut-brain communication.

Read More
Her Health™ Podcast Recap: Sexuality & Libido Through the Ages 7 MIN READ

Her Health™ Podcast Recap: Sexuality & Libido Through the Ages

In Episode 2 of the Her Health™ Podcast, host and Phytoceutics® CEO Laura Johnston and sex coach Nicki Brivik explore libido, intimacy, and confidence throughout the different stages of a woman’s life.

Read More
The Power of Cellular Recycling: How Autophagy Supports Healthy Ageing 6 MIN READ

The Power of Cellular Recycling: How Autophagy Supports Healthy Ageing

When autophagy declines, damaged cell components start to accumulate, which can contribute to conditions like neurodegeneration and metabolic disorders.

Read More
The Brain-Ageing Link: Why Magnesium Matters More As You Get Older 6 MIN READ

The Brain-Ageing Link: Why Magnesium Matters More As You Get Older

New research also suggests that magnesium L-threonate plays a key role in brain function – helping to support memory, focus, and mood.

Read More
Her Health™ Podcast Recap: Skincare Tips As You Age with Dr. Lauren Knight 7 MIN READ

Her Health™ Podcast Recap: Skincare Tips As You Age with Dr. Lauren Knight

The Her Health™ podcast by Phytoceutics® launched its very first episode with an empowering conversation between host Laura Johnston, CEO of Phytoceutics®, and Dr. Lauren Knight, a leading dermatologist in Cape Town who specialises in medical, surgical, and cosmetic dermatology.

Read More
Senolytics: The Different Types and What They Do 6 MIN READ

Senolytics: The Different Types and What They Do

Ageing is inevitable. However, you can partly control the speed at which you do so. Senolytic supplements present a breakthrough approach to healthy ageing by selectively clearing these harmful cells, reducing inflammation, and restoring tissue function. 

Read More
How To Make Kids’ Supplements Easy, Fun, and Fuss-Free 4 MIN READ

How To Make Kids’ Supplements Easy, Fun, and Fuss-Free

Building strong foundations for lifelong health starts early – and supplements can play an important role in supporting growth, immunity, energy, and digestion.

Read More
Magnesium L-Threonate: A Brain-Boosting Supplement 5 MIN READ

Magnesium L-Threonate: A Brain-Boosting Supplement

Magnesium is an essential mineral involved in over 300 biochemical reactions in the body, including nerve function, muscle contraction, and bone health. Magnesium L-threonate stands out due to its unique ability to cross the blood-brain barrier, making it particularly beneficial for cognitive function and sleep quality.

Read More
Magnesium for Kids: Essential Benefits for Growth, Energy & Focus 6 min read

Magnesium for Kids: Essential Benefits for Growth, Energy & Focus

In periods of intense growth and development, a child’s body undergoes complex biochemical changes, requiring an adequate intake of all essential nutrients. Among these, magnesium stands out as a vital mineral.

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Top Nutrients to Support Healthy Hair, Skin, and Nails 6 min read

Top Nutrients to Support Healthy Hair, Skin, and Nails

Healthy hair, glowing skin, and strong nails reflect overall wellness. While genetics, lifestyle, and environmental factors influence appearance, nutrition plays a central role.  

Read More
Ovoderm®: Support Hair, Skin & Nail Health from Within 6 MIN READ

Ovoderm®: Support Hair, Skin & Nail Health from Within

As we age, the visible signs of time start to appear in our hair, skin, and nails – thinner hair, fine lines, reduced skin elasticity, and brittle nails. 

Read More
Hormones, Skin & Sculpting: The Wellness Tools Every Woman Should Know About 3 Min Read

Hormones, Skin & Sculpting: The Wellness Tools Every Woman Should Know About

From skin ageing to menopause symptoms, modern health challenges require modern, evidence-based solutions.

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Detoxification: How It Works & Which Supplements Can Help 6 min read

Detoxification: How It Works & Which Supplements Can Help

In today’s world, we are constantly exposed to toxins – through the air we breathe, the food we eat, the water we drink, and even the products we apply to our skin.

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From Detox to Diagnosis: Expert Health Insights from the Expresso Show 6 Min Read

From Detox to Diagnosis: Expert Health Insights from the Expresso Show

Health isn’t one-dimensional – and neither are the conversations that matter.

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The Science Behind Saffron’s Mood-Boosting Benefits  5 min Read

The Science Behind Saffron’s Mood-Boosting Benefits 

In the pursuit of better mental well-being, people are increasingly turning to natural solutions backed by science. 

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