Vitamin Supplements

Research is constantly being carried out on vitamin supplements and offering new insights into the positive effects and advantages of taking them. Even aside from the obvious long term benefits or our bodies receiving adequate vitamins, there are a number of conditions that vitamin supplements can help. Below are a few ways taking vitamins can help us in our everyday lives.

Folic Acid and Vitamin B can ease migraines and headaches.

Research carried out at an Australian university has shown that an increased intake of these vitamins can quell migraine attack on both frequency and severity.

Vitamin D prevents bone fractures

A daily dose of Vitamin D can drastically reduce the chances of bone fractures and breaks in people over 65. A review published in the Archives of Internal Medicine shows that fractures (not involving the spine) are up to 20% less likely if Vitamin D is taken daily.

Vitamin C helps prevent Gout

Gout is a very painful arthritic condition, and the number of cases is increasing. Those with very heavy, rich diets full of red meat are more likely to develop the condition. Research carried out at the University of British Columbia has shown that men who have a higher intake of vitamin C are less likely to develop gout than men who consume very little.

So there are a few ways in which taking vitamin supplements can greatly help us in our daily lives. We have a large selection available on offer at Baldwin’s including our brand new range which we are proud to now have on sale. If you would like further information about our vitamin supplements, please feel free to contact us.

Are there any conditions that you take herbal or vitamin supplements to help with, and what effects do they have? Send in all your comments!

How to use Floral Waters

Flower waters are made from water that have been infused with flower essences. There are a good number of ways that floral waters can be used that I shall outline below:

1. Cooking - Dishes in the Middle East are often made with an addition of floral water. Sweet dishes such as pastries and puddings often have floral waters such as orange blossom added to them. Rose water is another popular floral water to be added to desserts. It is important however that you make sure you are using a floral water that can be consumed safely. Those that have additives to make them last longer are generally not suitable for consumption and you should read the label for clarity.

2. Skin Care - You can apply floral water directly to your skin which helps keeps it soft, supple and smelling very nice. It can also be used to calm very hot and sensitive skin. Often people use it after taking a bath. With a very mild and subtle smell, floral waters are a perfect natural alternative to a perfume or scent.

3. Relaxation - Lavender in particular is a natural relaxant and aid to sleep. Many people use floral water as a way to unwind after a particularly stressful day or to help them receive a long and peaceful night’s sleep. Drops can be added to your bath or applied directly to your skin for the smell to envelop you and help you relax.

4. Shine to Hair - Give your hair one final rinse with some floral water to give it that extra bit of shine. It will give it a lovely smell too that will last right up until your next wash.

5. Sooth Eyes - If you soak cotton wool in floral water and place them over your eyes you can help reduce puffiness and with continued and regular use you can even remove those dreaded dark circles that we all sometimes suffer from.

Do you use floral waters regularly? If so what is the best way you have used them – got a great skincare secret or dessert recipe, then share them with us!