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As Ireland prepares for a difficult flu season, research from LloydsPharmacy has given an insight into the change in behaviours by Westmeath consumers when it comes to health and wellbeing.

By now we all know the importance of vitamin C. It is important for immune health, it helps with the normal functioning of the nervous system, collagen formation relies heavily on adequate levels, it contributes to our psychological functioning, and it is a powerful antioxidant, which helps to protect our cells from oxidative stress. However, a lot of vitamin C products on the market can be quite difficult to absorb and the excess is excreted through the urine leaving the body in short supply of the vital nutrient.

Irish teenagers are not getting adequate quantities of important nutrients in their diets, with a significant number missing out on their recommended daily intake of calcium (51 per cent) and vitamin D (94 per cent), research has found.

Cork-based food supplement business SOMEGA has just launched a new food supplement, SOMEGA Liposomal Vitamin C. SOMEGA was co-founded by husband and wife team, Mark Clifford and Dr Paula Gaynor who, between them, have more than 30 years of nutrition and food science expertise. According to Gaynor: “At SOMEGA, we work hard to produce premium food supplements that make a positive difference to people’s lives.”

As we come out of lockdown, beginning to mix and mingle with other human beings, albeit at a safe distance, our immune system is going to need to be stronger than ever.

With the days getting shorter, we are less exposed to sunlight. As a result, our bodies will produce less vitamin D. Our bodies use ultraviolet B (UVB) absorbed by the skin to make vitamin D3 (cholecalciferol).

Nature’s Plus Source of Life Gold is no ordinary multivitamin. It is the ultimate whole food, whole body supplement delivering over 200 nutrients, including 120 food sources, 20 vitamins and minerals, 40 antioxidants and much more.

Ultan Molloy, MPSI, HealthWest Community Pharmacy gives some advice on taking natural remedies.

According to pharmacist Eamonn Brady of Whelehans Pharmacy Mullingar, there are some situations when you may feel a little run down or lacking energy due to conditions like stress or a cold or flu. Some natural supplements can provide a timely boost.

Diet is key