COLLAGEN & PROBIOTICS- ON SALE IN OCTOBER

As we age, collagen density & dermal thickness decrease, and this lack of collagen cues the all-too-familiar signs of aging.
-fine lines develop, weak nails, joint stiffness, thinning bones
- besides aging, also smoking, sun exposure, poor nutrition, stress & estrogen loss during menopause accelerate collagen loss
Collagen supplements promote healthier looking skin, & decrease visible signs of aging, without any side effects.
Not all are created equally.If you are looking a bovine-sourced,, look for a product that is pasture-raised, grass-fed & steroidal-hormone-antibiotic-free.
If looking for marine-based, look for one that is extracted from wild-caught & sustainably sourced fish, like whitefish.
Coming in tablets, powder or liquid always look for one with third-party testing.
BENEFITS OF TAKING COLLAGEN….
*Reduced wrinkles & fine lines
*improved skin hydration, elasticity & smoothness
*increased nail strength & hair thickness
*improved joint stability & mobility
*reduced joint pain associated with osteoarthritis
*increased bone strength & bone mineral density
*improved muscle recovery & muscle strength
Is collagen good for men as well? YES IT IS.

Probiotics are a source of good bacteria. Because they are live bacteria, I never recommend shelf stable probiotics. Always buy you probiotics from the fridge.
Disturbances can occur to the body organisms because of diet, stress, infections & antibiotic use. IBS, IBD, allergies, autoimmune diseases & increased risk of urinary infections & vaginal infections on women are associated with bad bacteria in the gut.
Probiotics can restore the microbial balance in the urogenital tract & especially lactobacilli inhibits the growth of E-coli in urinary tract.
D-mannose supplements reduce the risk of recurrent UTI’s and complements the use of probiotics for UTI prevention.
Lactobacilli maintains a slightly acidic environment in the vagina & produces compounds that combat harmful bacteria. Antibiotics, pregnancy, menopause & sexual activity can disrupt the balance of the vaginal microbiome triggering concerns of yeast & bacterial vaginosis.
Probiotics might offer potential advantages for additional areas, such as mood, skin conditions, sleep, menstrual discomfort, fertility, & PCOC-polycystic ovary syndrome
SHOULD MEN TAKE PROBIOTICS? Of course, they need to keep their bacterial balances as well.
With high quality collagen & probiotics sold in your local health store, all women & men can nourish their bodies positively, fostering well-being & vitality.
Info taken from WOMEN’S VOICE… a magazine supplied by Natural Factors & Assured Natural.