Q: Who needs omega-3 supplements? Modern day diets are overloaded with omega-6 (from highly processed vegetables). High consumption of omega-6 tends to increases the risk of various cardiovascular diseases and inflammatory conditions. The ratio of omega-6 to omega-3 makes a difference in biological function and physiological response. Experts have different...
Why Choose a Quality Omega Oil?
Not all fats are bad for you, in fact fatty acids have many important functions in the body: Oxygen transport throughout the body Providing energy (when glucose, a form of sugar, is not available) Development of strong tissues and organs Brain functioning Promoting better cardiovascular health Healthy looking skin Immune...
Prevent antibiotics – take a natural approach to boost your child’s immunity
About this time of year at IMI, we start to see more cases of colds, coughs, flu and other illnesses that become increasingly common over the winter months. Living in Hong Kong, and the combined factors of pollution, a dense population, stressful living, rapid weather changes and the overuse of medications...
Why living in Hong Kong may influence your need for supplements
There’s considerable controversy over whether we should be taking supplements. It has long been believed that taking a daily multivitamin will stave off a whole host of chronic diseases. Why some people believe in the benefits of supplements In the ‘yes’ camp, we have had years of recommendations from the...