Tip 1; Prostate- as well you know the importance of prostate health is getting a lot of attention at the moment. The mineral Zinc is more abundant in the prostate than any other organ in the body, and its supplementation has been shown to reduce overgrowth and symptoms associated with enlarged prostate. The herb Saw Palmetto reduces enlargement of the prostate gland as the herb contains active fatty acids and sterols that can reduce the production and activity of the hormone that triggers prostate enlargement.

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Tip 2; Hair Loss- not the end of the world!! Many women find little or no hair on head very attractive but if you don’t then make sure you are getting all the right nutrients for hair protein synthesis (keratin) herbs like silica will encourage growth and strength. Rosemary essential oil-used for circulation esp for hair and it bring blood flow to area providing nutrients. When mixed with almond oil is wonderful for massaging into your scalp to encourage growth.

Tip 3; Alcohol- do you crave alcohol everyday or can’t relax after work before you have had a drink?? As alcohol provides a false sense of relaxation it would be a good idea to find an alternative to true relaxation such as exercise which encourages the body to release happy hormones. Alcohol slows down or inhibits any production of these.

Tip 4; Sports recovery - enjoy sports but not the stiffness and pain that comes the day after. Re look at your sports nutrition. Are you getting enough of the right protein for muscle repair? Are you keeping your joints well oiled? Are you allowing enough rest after? If the answer is no to any of these then you need to visit your local health food store for some more advise.

Tip 5; Heart Health- heart problems occur more frequently in men than in women. This could be due to stress or lifestyle. Whatever the cause, try your best to keep your heart healthy. If cholesterol is a problem- soya lecithin is known to break down blood fat. The herb hawthorn is a great heart tonic as it opens arteries and strengthens the hearts muscles, hawthorn has been shown to treat high blood pressure. Berries like pomegranate have high anti oxidant properties and will help keep cells healthy for optimum health.