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I’m 45 and I’m having trouble sleeping and switching my brain off at night. I think I may be perimenopausal and I have low blood pressure and two small children, so I feel constantly tired. What magnesium or other supplements would you recommend?
I would suggest that you take DoSe Sleep Tight Plus capsules every night. This supplement contains a blend of traditional herbal sedatives and hypnotics to induce sleep, magnesium to relax the body and nerves, cherry extracts for healthy sleep duration, and importantly L-theanine which enhances alpha waves to relax the mind and help sleep quality. With good sleep, your energy levels should increase.
You can of course take a magnesium supplement, such as Magnesium Bisglycinate, alongside Sleep Tight Plus for energy and for improving the stress response at a dose of one capsule per day. This high absorption magnesium compound is ideal as it does not cause any stomach or gastric concerns.
I am menopausal, I have been on Mounjaro and I am now losing my hair. Is there anything you can recommend?
Mounjaro and other GLP-1 agonists are known to cause hair loss, called telogen effluvium, which often accompanies weight loss. Iron deficiency is usually the cause of this type of hair loss and I suggest taking Lamberts Florisene for Women which has been formulated specifically for women with this type of hair loss, providing nutrients such as iron and lysine to maximise hair growth. I would also recommend taking a quality multivitamin supplement, DoSe Daily Multivitamins, which provides vitamins, minerals, amino acids, digestive enzymes, probiotics, fruit and vegetable extracts, greens, and other phytonutrients to ensure that the body is not deficient in nutrients.
You may also wish to consider using the Fulvic Shampoo, Conditioner, and Mist which work locally to nourish the scalp follicles with 65+ minerals and trace elements, as well as ensuring that any underlying inflammation, that leads to hair loss, is minimised. Unfortunately, many shampoos leave a residue that clogs the scalp follicles which starves them of oxygen and nutrients which further exacerbates hair loss. The hero product, Fulvic Mist, is an overnight hair loss treatment to rejuvenate and nourish the scalp follicles.
After a knee replacement six months ago, my foot remains completely numb except for the big toe which has frequent electric shock type pain. I have been taking Neurobion as well as Curcumin, and I wondered if you could offer any advice?
I am not really happy about the supplement Neurobion especially if taken for long term as it contains a very high, excessive amount of B6 at 200mg a tablet. You will note that most B6 supplements have a warning even at 50mg for nerve damage, as whilst B6 is beneficial for nerve health, at high doses for a long period of time, which is required for treating nerve damage, it can be detrimental.
I suggest that you take a very specific type of magnesium supplement called Neuro-Mag since this contains a type of magnesium known to enter the spinal cord and dissipate into the nervous system which helps to relax the nerves that are sending signals of electric shock type pain. Magnesium is essential for nerve health as it regulates nerve transmission and protects against excessive nerve cell excitation.
I would also suggest taking Diosmin Plus, a supplement that works to enhance circulation in the whole body, especially lower limbs, which helps to oxygenate all the tissues in the body. I believe this to be very important since oxygenation of tissues helps with the repair processes and slows down inflammatory processes. Finally, and this is for long-term benefits, please take Lion's Mane Mushroom Powder. This mushroom species has been shown to help enhance nerve growth factors which are small proteins involved in the repair of the sheath surrounding nerves and for nerve regeneration.
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I have really sensitive skin and pustulosis on my feet, so I’m wondering if you could recommend a body wash as I don’t like any of the prescription or petroleum based products.
Certainly as far as a wash for your feet is concerned, please consider using Thyme Out Face and Body Wash. This wash, which can be used anywhere on the face and body, contains only four natural ingredients including thyme which displays powerful anti-inflammatory properties, calms redness, soothes itching, and displays antimicrobial properties.
I’m due to have a macular hole repair operation and will be having a full general anaesthetic for this and wondered if there is anything I can take afterwards to help get over the anaesthetic effects?
Many people find that taking milk thistle supplements helps to speed up the elimination process since all compounds have to pass through the liver which works in two phases to neutralise and eliminate chemicals and other compounds. I would suggest taking DoSe Milk Thistle Complex which contains the trio of well-known liver cleansers including Milk Thistle, Dandelion, and Artichoke.
Staying hydrated is also a key to recovery from anaesthetics and their effects on the body. I suggest hydrating the body using Viridian Electrolyte Fix Liquid which will also be valuable for recovery post-operation. Finally, for sickness there is nothing better than Ginger Capsules by Lamberts. Ginger has a long history of use for nausea because it works to quicken gastric emptying and calm inflammation in the GI tract.
I am wondering if you can recommend something for my 2-year-old granddaughter. She seems to have nightmares and wakes up screaming, yet she is a very happy easy going child.
Nightmares in children may be due to a variety of causes including underlying stress and anxiety from the day's events, changes in routine, and other factors such as a lack of sleep. Initially, I would recommend a combination flower essence called Child Essence by Jan de Vries which is relaxing, grounding, creates stability for different situations, as well as increasing confidence.
I suffer with vestibular migraines which are having such a negative effect on my life, so I would be grateful for any advice you can offer as the chronic migraines are crippling and the daily dizziness, brain fog and fatigue is depilating and the drugs prescribed by my neurologist have awful side effects.
As you rightly point out, many of the medications for treating migraines and the associated concerns are not without side effects. I think that you should consider taking a very specific type of magnesium supplement called Neuro-Mag. This type of magnesium has been shown to enter the spinal cord and then into the nervous system including the brain where it helps brain function, relaxation, and of course prevention of headaches and migraines. To be prudent, please take Neuro-Mag two or more hours away from any medications you may be taking.
Ginger supplements have been found to be invaluable in the control of dizziness, morning sickness and the symptoms of vertigo. Interestingly, ginger has been extensively researched and found to be of equal benefit as triptans (common drugs used for migraine sufferers) without the side effects. This dual benefits of ginger supplements makes them useful for most type of migraines and in the case of vestibular migraines, ginger should help to alleviate the dizziness that accompanies this concern.
Sinol M is a homeopathic nasal spray which contains capsicum from chilli peppers. Capsicum is medically approved for the treatment of pain that accompanies many concerns and in the form of a nasal spray, it works to desensitise the trigeminal nerve that starts from the face and leads to the brain. Use at the first sign of an attack.
Why don’t you recommend Melatonin for sleep. I’m interested because I took one from a friend who bought them over-the-counter in Poland and I don’t understand why people would want to avoid melatonin.
Melatonin is a prescription-only drug and is banned in the UK as an over-the-counter solution for sleep. We only recommend supplements containing naturally occurring melatonin such as cherry extracts, such as Cherry Night. Melatonin, being a hormone, can cause the shutdown of the pineal gland which naturally produces some resulting in problems with sleep when you stop taking it.
In addition to this, long-term daily use of Melatonin has a higher hazard of cardiac failure, but it also has several side effects such as headaches, vivid dreams and disorientation. It is best taken when monitored closely by an endocrinologist. Extracts from cherries contain very small amounts of melatonin which are deemed to be safe even with long-term use.
I have been told I have calcification which increases my risk of heart attack. I have not been given any advice about what I can do to alleviate this risk. Are there any supplements or medication I should take?
There are two supplements which are thought to help reduce the risk of calcification, regulate calcium metabolism so calcium goes to the bones and not deposit onto tissues, and perhaps even help with the removal of some of the deposition. Assuming you are not taking blood thinning medication, Vitamin K2 is the supplement of choice as it activates proteins that prevent calcium from being deposited onto the arterial walls helping the calcium to deposit onto the bone framework. Vitamin K2's ability to reverse calcification is not reliably proven but worth considering in the absence of anything prescribed medically.
Magnesium is a mineral that relaxes blood vessels and so prevents arterial stiffness which is a risk factor for heart disease. Additionally, magnesium is known to solubilise calcium so it is less likely to deposit and is excreted away. Additionally, magnesium maintains healthy calcium balance in the body. Please take one Magnesium Complex daily for its multiple other benefits.
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I was wondering whether you have any products containing Mitoquinol/Mitoquinone or if not whether you know anything about them. I’m interested from the perspective of having two parents (one now deceased) with different forms of dementia. To say I am a little anxious about my future is an understatement. I know nothing can actually prevent the onset of this group of diseases but I’m looking for something with a protective effect or at least the possibility of keeping my brain as active as I can for as long as possible?
Mitoquinol is an antioxidant, rather like ubiquinol, both of which are involved in the production of energy at a cellular level. Although some manufacturers sell this in supplement form, most manufacturers of this compound state clearly that this is for research and not human or veterinary use, so I tend to stay clear of this, as there are other options which are, and have been, the subject of studies indicating their benefits for brain health.
I would suggest firstly taking Life Extension Mega Benfotiamine at a dose of just one capsule twice a day although one could potentially take up to four capsules a day. This is a specialised vitamin B1 supplement which was the subject of a placebo-controlled trial and was found to help a number of scores associated with poor memory and age-related cognitive problems. Although the study used 300 mg twice a day, and this supplement provides 250 mg per capsule, patients with mild cognitive impairment or early onset of these cognitive concerns were assessed for several brain health scores and found to have marked improvement in these scores. In addition, glycation end products which ultimately may contribute to numerous age-related health concerns such as declining memory were lower in those taking this supplement than those in the placebo group.
It may also be prudent to consider the above supplement alongside Limitless Plus since this supplement contains two specific nootropic extracts from tomatoes and spearmint that work through a variety of mechanisms, such as trying to prevent plaque formation, protecting neuron health, and enhancing acetylcholine, which is thought to be involved in memory processes. Both of these supplements are generally regarded as safe for use with most medications.
My niece, aged 13, is feeling extremely tired after contracting Glandular Fever. I notice you suggest Lysine, but do you have any more suggestions apart from two weeks in the sun!
Lysine is recommended for glandular fever as an immune supporting nutrient and of course it displays anti-viral properties helping to eradicate many viral infections by "starving" the virus of the food, arginine, it requires to multiply. The tiredness is due to the fact that the virus also uses the enzyme, Coq10, which is the primary enzyme in the body for energy production. For a 13-year-old, it would be prudent to take Lamberts Co-Enzyme Q10 at a dose of one capsule daily to gradually restore energy levels.
I am assuming that your niece is getting all the nutrients from food but it might also be prudent to take a food state multivitamin liquid such as Source of Life Gold Multivitamin Liquid as often nutrient deficiencies can compromise the immune system leaving the body susceptible to infection.
I have been suffering with chronic pruritis for nine months and although it has gradually improved could you recommend any supplements to help with the itching and is it a problem with my liver? Although I’ve had a scan for fatty liver disease and it was negative, I did have my gallbladder removed two years ago and have been prescribed Questran to control my bowels. I would be grateful for any help.
There could be a variety of causes for the itching which could be bile acid malabsorption which is why Questran has been prescribed due to excess circulation bile acids in circulation causing itching and diarrhoea. The dose may need to be adjusted by your GP but there are other factors such as thyroid issues, dry skin, reduced bile flow, liver enzyme abnormalities (which would have been picked up in the test I assume), or systemic issues.
Initially, please take Nettle Leaf by Nature's Answer as nettles inhibit histamine that causes itching, and also have mild diuretic properties to eliminate a variety of toxins which is why they are often recommended for all types of allergies. It might be prudent to also increase bile flow using three of the most known herbal extracts including milk thistle, artichoke, and dandelion root. These are all found in the DoSe Milk Thistle Complex which should be taken away from any medication by two or more hours.
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I have evaporative dry eye. According to the consultant, my tears evaporate in three seconds rather than ten, which makes them feel uncomfortable and sore most of the time. The persistent redness makes me very self-conscious. I’ve tried so many different drops over the years, is there anything that could make a difference?
You should consider an inside-outside approach as evaporative dry eyes is associated with poor tear film quality. I suggest that you take Life Extension Tear Support capsules as these work to support healthy and quality tear production which helps promote eye lubrication.
I would also recommend taking Sibu Omega-7 Sea Buckthorn Oil capsules. This omega-7 supplement, used for a wide variety of dry skin conditions such as dry eyes, vaginal dryness and dry skin. works to provide this specific essential fat that enhances the quality of the tears making them less likely to evaporate quickly.
I am unsure if you have tried The Eye Doctor Advanced Triple Action Eye Drops since this drops have a lipid base that helps to provide longer term support for evaporative dry eyes, chronic dry eyes, and other eye concerns as the lipids slow down the evaporation of tears whilst also calming down inflammation that leads to redness.
Which supplement is better, Ashwagandha or Magnolia Rhodiola Complex?
Magnolia Rhodiola Complex is my supplement of choice because this scientifically studied supplement contains magnolia to reduce stress hormones, whilst l-theanine relaxes the mind and conversely helps focus and concentration. This supplement also works quickly in comparison to Ashwagandha.
Can you suggest a natural solution for oral thrush? My GP has diagnosed this from a photograph and prescribed a gel. The side effects look alarming and I have not started the treatment.
As a first step, I would recommend using Peri Gum Mouthwash Concentrate because this contains herbal actives that work to combat any bacterial or fungal infections, enhance localised circulation, which helps oxygenate gums and the tongue, and calm underlying inflammation in the oral cavity, which is associated with numerous concerns.
In addition, it would be prudent to eradicate this from within the body using natural herbs such as black garlic, cinnamon, and clove, all of which are in a supplement called Candipure. Please take a dose of one capsule twice a day.
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I have very poor sleep and although I don’t have a problem falling to sleep, I wake up at 3 am and get up at 6 am, so by lunch time I am really tired. Can you help?
Melatonin is a hormone that regulates the sleep-wake cycle helping to improve sleep induction, sleep duration, and quality of sleep. Whilst there is not a problem with you getting off to sleep, it is clear that you do not have sufficient levels of melatonin to keep you asleep suggesting lower melatonin levels. However, sleep is also influenced by magnesium which is important for sleep quality and deficiency exists in large numbers of adults.
Viridian Nutrition’s Cherry Night is a powder containing extracts from morello cherries which naturally contain melatonin, and this supplement also contains magnesium to relax muscles and nerves, and improve sleep pattern. This supplement gently helps to restore melatonin and promote healthy sleep over a period of a few weeks. (Viridian Nutrition, Cherry Night, £31.65)
DoSe Sleep Tight Plus is a more potent supplement for sleep and contains a blend of the herbal hypnotics and sedatives such as valerian, passion flower, oat extracts, as well as cherry extracts, magnesium, L-theanine and more. You may wish to take both supplements or perhaps start with the Sleep Tight Plus since sleep deprivation leads to inflammation in the body, and is responsible for a number of concerns.
My friend suffers from trigeminal neuralgia in her face and has done for years, is there a product that can help her?
Sinol-M contains capsaicin which works to desensitise the trigeminal nerve and so helps alleviate pain and other associated symptoms.
I have side effects from using Mounjaro, what can you recommend for constipation and also I drink lots of water but still feel dehydrated.
Mounjaro can cause constipation in some people since it slows down the digestive process. To keep you regular, please take Effervescent Vitamin C Magnesium Crystals three or four times a week. Both of these nutrients act as natural laxatives whilst also being therapeutic in nature. Mounjaro also affects the way body fluids are absorbed and electrolyte balance, so here I would recommend Viridian’s Electrolyte Fix Liquid daily.
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I’ve recently been diagnosed with Barrett’s Oesophagitis and have been prescribed Omeprazole. Is there any supplement that I can take that would help with symptoms?
With Barrett's Oesophagitis, it is important to reduce the amount of acid produced in order to prevent further damage to the cells lining the oesophagus, but of course by shutting down acid production nutrient deficiencies are very widespread so it is important to take a quality food state multivitamin supplement, and ideally in a liquid or capsule form because tablets are much harder to break down, especially because the amount of acid has been reduced. Here I recommend Living Multinutrient capsules, starting with one capsule daily away from the PPI medication, and then increasing after a few weeks to two capsules daily.
Esophacool lozenges are very good at protecting the lining of the oesophagus, helping to encourage healing by forming a raft and you can take them daily without fear of side effects.
What would you recommend for the eczema that has broken out on my daughter's hands after washing up without gloves?
I would suggest that your daughter uses Basix Skin Defence Cream which has been specially formulated for inflammatory skin concerns such as eczema and psoriasis working to calm down inflammation, nourish skin, and restores moisture in skin to combat dry skin. The eczema can be markedly improved by taking a zinc supplement since zinc heals skin quickly, which is why it is often found in creams.
A couple of months ago I noticed that a tendon was showing on my left hand and I’ve been finding the ring finger difficult to bend fully into the palm. I work for a podiatrist and she said this is the start of Dupuytren’s contracture and I wondered if there is any specific supplement or massage oil or cream that I could use?
The cause of Dupuytren's disease does not remain fully understood however we know that the condition occurs most likely after the age of 50 and runs in families. It gets progressively worse but at a slow rate. What we do believe is that these thick bands that restrict movement and pull the fingers towards the palm of the hand arise possibly due to inflammation of the tissues that cause these tissues to thicken.
Treatment of Dupuytren's contracture involves needling to puncture and break the cords of tissue that are pulling the finger towards the palm, steroid injections to calm down inflammation and/or an enzyme called Collagenase injected locally to break down the collagen fibres that form part of this thickened band of tissue. I suggest that you consider taking Turmeric Curcumin C3 Complex to ensure that inflammation is kept to a minimum in order to slow down any progression.
I would also recommend spraying some magnesium oil every day, twice daily, on both hands since magnesium relaxes tendons and ligaments and its daily use should make your hand easier to bend and use.
