Nutrition Articles
Top Travel Tips for Going Away
Going on holiday is such an exciting time, often the highlight of the year. The countdown is on! However, there are certain aspects that warrant attention so that you...
A Royal Seal of Approval from the King! 👑
To celebrate our King’s Award for Enterprise, Viridian was honoured to be invited to a reception at Buckingham Palace! Paul Bridgen, Sales Director, joined recipients of this year’s prestigious...
Lowering the risk of heart disease, how fibre supplements may help.
Our bodies naturally produce cholesterol to help it function and carry out normal processes. But too much cholesterol from dietary foods (eg animal fats, which are high in saturated...
Health store shoppers are healthier than the general population, according to new research
Millennials instrumental in the success of independent health retailers, accounting for nearly 2 in 3 shoppers Most people who shop at independent health stores say they are healthier...
Prebiotics and Probiotics – What’s the Difference?
Prebiotics and probiotics may sound similar but they both play different roles in promoting the growth of friendly bacteria in our gut. Probiotics ARE friendly bacteria, whilst prebiotics is...
Probiotics for reducing the risk of gestational diabetes during pregnancy
Research shows: Regular probiotic supplements may reduce the risk of gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) in healthy pregnant women. Summary Probiotics (also known as friendly bacteria) could help reduce the risk...
Can beneficial bacteria influence our desire to eat?
Are you feeling hungry? The answer could lie in your gut microbiota. A new scientific review reveals how beneficial bacteria can influence feelings of hunger and satiety...
Probiotics Through the Life Stages
It can be confusing when selecting a food supplement that provides beneficial bacteria. There are so many, each with several bacterial strains that can be difficult to pronounce, selecting...
