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Yesterday I shared a long blog I had written some years ago but decided a shorter version was probably a better idea...so here it is. Since I am treating several people with long covid at present, it seems very relevant.   Similarities between Long Covid and Chronic Fatigue Syndrome Both are complicated conditions but have many similar symptoms and can have the same cause, starting with a virus. One of the most debilitating symptoms of this illness is persistent fatigue (exhaustion) that affects everyday life and doesn’t go away with sleep. Other issues can include 'brain fog', memory problems, pains,...

Author: Jenny Carson is a Nutritional Practitioner and Technical Services Manager at Viridian Nutrition. She holds a BSc honours degree in Nutritional Science and is a Master of Research (MRes) in Public Health.   Feeling sluggish or sleepy in the afternoon? Finding yourself frequently yawning or mood affected between 2pm to 3pm? If this sounds familiar, then you could benefit from our handy nutritional and lifestyle tips to get you through the day. There are many reasons as to why people experience the afternoon slump and it’s important to address this. Why am I tired in the afternoon?  Even following...

Why Choose Organic? It's becoming more of a common question than ever, particularly with the continued increase in Genetically Modified Crops and foods available. Personally I have always had the view that mother nature in its purest for is there to provide us with everything we need naturally, for great health, strong immune systems and an abundance of energy. She is also the best Pharmacy you will ever need bit this is obviously a personal view. Many people are following a more organic lifestyle – choosing organic fruit and vegetables because they are concerned about their personal health, or that...

If you have visited us in store recently, you’ll have noticed that our Cannabidiol (CBD) range has vastly expanded with the introduction of Orange County CBD vapes, edible gummies, topical creams and 30ml full spectrum oils. Considering this, let’s take a quick dive into the available research on CBD, so you can make an informed decision about how these products may be of benefit to you. CBD is Anti-inflammatory Burstien’s (2015) research review examining the effects CBD has on the broad area of inflammation is an intriguing, but complex, incite to how CBD interacts with inflammatory signaling pathways and downstream...