Lower Your Homocysteine: Protect Your Heart, Brain and Future Health
Homocysteine is a naturally occurring amino acid, but when levels get too high, it can quietly increase the risk of heart disease, stroke, and cognitive decline.
Vitamin D – Are you getting enough?
Public Health England is recommending people consider taking a daily Vitamin D supplement throughout the spring and summer as the coronavirus crisis continues
Is Vitamin D important for Immune function?
Most people know vitamin D is important to help keep your bones, muscles and teeth healthy, but studies show it is also very important in maintaining a healthy immune system. And during these challenging times vitamin D can be helpful as it is known to help boost mood.
Should I supplement with Vitamin D?
The main source of Vitamin D is from the sun, we make it in our skin from direct sunlight when outdoors. So at the moment with lock down in full force and the weather taking a dip it is wise eat more Vitamin D rich foods and to take a supplement.
Dietary sources of Vitamin D include:
Oily fish such as salmon, mackerel and sardines
Beef liver
Food fortified with vitamin D such as dairy products, orange juice, soy milk and cereals
Egg yolks.
Vitamin D supplements
Vitamin D comes in tablet and liquid form which is more easily absorbed. Our range of vitamin D supplements can be found here.
What is the recommended amount?
Adults are recommended to take 4000iu daily.
If you need help choosing just give smartsupplement shop a call.
Homocysteine is a naturally occurring amino acid, but when levels get too high, it can quietly increase the risk of heart disease, stroke, and cognitive decline.
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When you hear the word “parasites,” you might think of tropical holidays or far-flung destinations. But the truth is, intestinal parasites are far from rare, and they could be quietly affecting your gut health right now.
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US Custom changes Aug 29 2025
Every US shipment, regardless of value or content, must now undergo full entry with U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP).
Our lab partners are working hard to reduce the impact of these new customs procedures on returning US bound test samples.
Unfortunately this change may impact your test results turnaround time
Transit times may be longer due to increased customs processing.
Samples may be delayed or held while clearance is completed.
If you have already sent back your sample and it is directly affected by these customs delays, our team will contact you individually to advise on the next steps.
We know how vital timely testing is for you and we greatly value your understanding while these changes take effect.
We expect the situation to improve as customs processes adjust, and we will provide updates as this develops.
Please do not return samples to the laboratories that may arrive after Wednesday 27th March and up to and including Monday 2nd April.
The laboratories are closed from the 28th March – 2nd April for the Easter Holiday.