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Folic acid in also known to play an important part in the body's regulation of homocysteine, the amino acid like compound that is implicated in the damage that occurs to the lining of blood vessel walls that can then lead to the build up of plaques. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFolic acid is a water soluble vitamin which the body cannot store for long. Good food sources include green vegetables and whole grains. However cooking and storage can deplete the levels in food and currently 47% of women fail to consume the NRV of 200µg\/day, which is why supplementation is recommended. Bioavailability studies indicate that folic acid supplements are well absorbed and are a reliable way to guard against dietary deficiencies. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis product provides 400µg of folic acid which is up to 3 times the level supplied by many people's diets, and the level that is increasingly recommended.","brand":"Lamberts","offers":[{"title":"100 Tablets","offer_id":53451613929818,"sku":"8071-100","price":5.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0957\/5527\/2538\/files\/8071_3162a9a8-535b-4cf4-9329-35b3d164b2ef.jpg?v=1772662366"},{"product_id":"methyl-folate","title":"Methyl Folate 400µg","description":"Methyl Folate 400ug uses the methylated form of folate for optimum absorption and utilisation in the body. It is estimated that 30-40% of the population are not able to methylate folate and will need to use a biologically active form of folate to ensure that methylation processes are not limited in the body. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMethylation is essential for the activation of many molecules and optimising the methylation process is also associated with lowering homocysteine level.","brand":"Lamberts","offers":[{"title":"60 Tablets","offer_id":53451614093658,"sku":"8073-60","price":11.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0957\/5527\/2538\/files\/8073_76ae129c-64f3-4a31-9d2b-430a5ab9289b.jpg?v=1772662367"},{"product_id":"osteoguard","title":"Osteoguard","description":"\u003cp\u003eOsteoguard is an all-in-one bone health formula containing high levels of calcium and magnesium, along with boron and the vitamins D and K. Whilst one tablet a day provides good support for most diets, two tablets daily is particularly preferable for those with diets containing little dairy produce or those of menopausal age. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOsteoguard is an excellent partner for most multi-vitamin products which don't tend to provide decent levels of calcium and magnesium. Most people understand that calcium contributes to the maintenance of normal bones but it is also needed for the maintenance of normal muscle function as is magnesium. We use fine grade minerals in this product to help maximise absorption, and the tablets are coated to make them easy to swallow. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Lamberts","offers":[{"title":"90 Tablets","offer_id":53451626250586,"sku":"8226-90","price":14.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"30 Tablets","offer_id":53451626217818,"sku":"8226-30","price":6.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0957\/5527\/2538\/files\/8226_e230cd82-a5ee-4515-a099-75cbfc67f8dc.jpg?v=1772662379"},{"product_id":"osteoguard-advance","title":"Osteoguard Advance","description":"\u003cp\u003eOsteoguard Advance is an all in one bone health formula providing 250mg of magnesium and 500mg of calcium per two tablets. The magnesium is in the form of a unique blend of three different magnesium compounds - citrate, hydroxide and carbonate, plus the calcium as both carbonate and citrate.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHowever, what really makes our formula stand out is the inclusion of vitamin K2 at 90µg per daily dose since this vitamin, and in particular the K2 Menaquinone (MK-7) form, is critical for bone health. Furthermore, our vitamin K2 is naturally derived from chickpea protein and is free of cis-isomers. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWe have also added 10µg of vegan vitamin D3 since there is now emerging evidence from studies regarding the synergistic effects of vitamin K2 and vitamin D3 in bone health.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Lamberts","offers":[{"title":"90 Tablets","offer_id":53451626447194,"sku":"8227-90","price":19.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0957\/5527\/2538\/files\/8227_9ab5dcca-a51a-48ae-a8b4-98a35a807ade.jpg?v=1772662379"},{"product_id":"calasorb-calcium-800mg","title":"CalAsorb®- Calcium 800mg","description":"\u003cp\u003eCalAsorb supplies calcium in the citrate form which is believed to be one of the most easily absorbed compounds of calcium. Three tablets provide 800mg of calcium which is the Nutrient Reference Value (NRV).\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt is believed that many people's diets provide insufficient supplies of calcium and yet calcium plays an important part in the maintenance of normal healthy bones. The Department of Health recommends that women should have an intake of up to 1200mg of calcium per day, a level that is hard to achieve through diet alone, especially if the diet contains little dairy produce.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Lamberts","offers":[{"title":"180 Tablets","offer_id":53451626840410,"sku":"8238-180","price":20.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"60 Tablets","offer_id":53451626807642,"sku":"8238-60","price":9.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0957\/5527\/2538\/files\/8238_833fb172-9fda-4573-ac8f-429a5da2895a.jpg?v=1772662381"},{"product_id":"fos-fructooligosaccharides","title":"FOS (Fructo-oligosaccharides)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis product consists of a special soluble fibre called Fructo-oligosaccharides (FOS), which is found in many vegetables such as chicory and onions. When you take FOS it passes through your digestive system undigested until it reaches your bowel where the live bacteria use it as a food source. The result is a rapid growth in the 'live' bacteria, such as Bifidobacteria and Lactobacillus species. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eResearch has shown that after just 2 weeks of taking 8g of FOS daily, the number of beneficial bacteria in the gut can increase by up to 10 times. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFOS is extracted from chicory roots and is suitable for all ages, including children and pregnant women, as well as those on yeast-free diets and those on medication, and can be used on a long term basis. 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Most surprising is the high proportion of these women (9 out of 10) whose diets are providing less than the NRV* for iron. The importance of this was highlighted in one large study that showed an inverse relationship between iron intake and infertility in women.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSeveral B vitamins are also at risk of falling below the NRV's, (which are arguably a long way short of the optimum levels). The only official recognition of these possible shortfalls is the focus by the Department of Health on folic acid. Clearly if folic acid supplementation is required then it seems likely that other B vitamins are at risk.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMulti-Guard Pregnancy provides the Department of Health recommended 400µg of Folic Acid, in the body ready, methylated form alongside optimal levels of the other 21 vitamins and minerals required at this important time. 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Alpha-Linolenic Acid is required in large amounts by the body but modern day diets are often low in this essential nutrient.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLamberts Flaxseed Oil is cold pressed to ensure that the nutritive qualities are retained and to protect the ALA from oxidation we use opaque capsule shells and add vitamin E as an antioxidant. 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