{"product_id":"wellwoman-vegan-60-tabs","title":"Vitabiotics Ultra Turmeric with Black Pepper and Vit D tablets 60’s","description":"\u003cdiv data-testid=\"accordion-content\" class=\"Accordion-module_content__5If-w Accordion-module_open__SHYgP\"\u003e\n\u003csection\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"col-lg-12 col-12\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"richtext-container prod-details-header\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"apm-hovermodule-image\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWellwoman Vegan\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur first ever comprehensive supplement specifically designed for women following a vegetarian or vegan diet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNutritional support for vegans and vegetarians\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWellwoman Vegan \u003c\/strong\u003ehas been specially developed for women who are following a\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.vitabiotics.com\/collections\/vegetarian-supplements\" title=\"Vegetarian Supplements\" target=\"_blank\"\u003evegetarian\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eor\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.vitabiotics.com\/collections\/vegan-supplements\" title=\"Vegan Supplements\" target=\"_blank\"\u003evegan\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ediet. With 24 nutrients, it provides unique vegetarian and vegan support in the Wellwoman range, the UK’s No1 supplement brand for women. Wellwoman Vegan has been officially approved by both the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/vegsoc.org\/\" title=\"Vegetarian Society Website\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eVegetarian Society\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eand the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.vegansociety.com\/\" title=\"Vegan Society Website\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eVegan Society\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWellwoman Vegan has been officially registered with the Vegan Society and the Vegetarian Society.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere are a number of reasons why women following a vegetarian or vegan diet may need to safeguard their nutritional intake.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLower intake levels of zinc in the diet can be more common for vegetarians. Zinc is scientifically proven to contribute to the normal function of the immune system, as well as for the maintenance of normal skin, hair and nails.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe body needs vitamin B12 to support normal red blood cell formation and to support the immune system. It’s usually found naturally in foods from animal sources, therefore a reliable supplement is often recommended if you are a vegan or vegetarian.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecialist nutrition just for women\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMore people are turning to vegetarian and vegan diets as a lifestyle choice, for a multitude of reasons including health benefits and moral and ethical concerns.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAccording to research the number of vegans in Great Britain quadrupled between 2014 and 2019. In 2019 there were 600,000 vegans, or 1.16% of the population; 276,000 (0.46%) in 2016; and 150,000 (0.25%) in 2014. (Sources: Ipsos Mori surveys, commissioned by The Vegan Society, 2016 and 2019, and The Food \u0026amp; You surveys, organised by the Food Standards Agency (FSA) and the National Centre for Social Science Research (Natcen).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYouGov \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/yougov.co.uk\/topics\/food\/trackers\/dietery-choices-of-brits-eg-vegeterian-flexitarian-meat-eater-etc\"\u003etracker data\u003c\/a\u003e since 2019 (England, Scotland and Wales) over the last two and a half years puts the size of the vegan population at about 2-3% and the vegetarian population at about 5-7%. (Source: YouGov 2022).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFurthermore research by Ipsos found that 46% of Brits aged 16-75 are considering reducing their intake of animal products in the future. (Source: IPOS March 2022).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFemale Health\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWomen generally have higher iron requirement than men, partly on account of blood losses during the menstrual cycle. The most common source of iron is red meat, hence when following a vegetarian or vegan diet it’s important to make sure you receive enough iron from alternative sources. Iron contributes to normal \u003cstrong\u003eformation of red blood cells and haemoglobin\u003c\/strong\u003e, an important consideration during the monthly cycle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVitamin B12 is naturally found in animal products, including fish, meat, \u003cstrong\u003epoultry, eggs,\u003c\/strong\u003e milk, and \u003cstrong\u003emilk products\u003c\/strong\u003e. Vitamin B12 is generally not present in plant foods, so it’s also important to ensure you get enough. Vitamin B12 contributes to \u003cstrong\u003ered blood cell formation.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWellwoman Vegan\u003c\/strong\u003e has been specially developed to provide higher levels of iron and vitamin B12 (when compared to Wellwoman Original).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Wellwoman Vegan formulation provides vitamin B6 which contributes to the regulation of hormonal activity. It also includes 400µg folic acid which contributes to normal \u003cstrong\u003ematernal tissue growth\u003c\/strong\u003e during pregnancy, which is important if you're planning a pregnancy or there's a chance you might get pregnant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGeneral Health And Wellbeing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVitamin D plays an important role in the body for all round health and wellness. Vitamin D contributes to the maintenance of \u003cstrong\u003enormal bones and teeth\u003c\/strong\u003e and the normal \u003cstrong\u003efunction of the immune system\u003c\/strong\u003e. The most common sources of vitamin D are from non-vegan sources in the form of D3. I.e. oily fish, butter and egg yolk. Wellwoman Vegan provides 10µg of vegetarian and vegan vitamin D2, the exact level as recommended by the UK Department of Health.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery vegan needs a reliable source of iodine in their diet. Your body uses iodine contribute to the normal production of thyroid hormones and normal thyroid function. These hormones control how fast your cells work. In the UK, the recommended iodine intake for adults is 150 micrograms per day. There is no easy way of knowing how much iodine is in plant foods. While seaweed is a rich source, the amount of iodine in a plant food varies depending on how much is in the soil the plant is grown in. Wellwoman Vegan provides exactly 150 µg iodine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWellwoman Vegan includes \u003cstrong\u003eEvening Primrose\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eStarflower Oil\u003c\/strong\u003e in a unique powder form that allows a tablet format, eliminating the need for a capsule shell.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLive Life Well\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLeading a hectic lifestyle, juggling work, family and social commitments can often leave you feeling in need of some extra support. Wellwoman Vegan contains vitamin C, iron, copper and iodine which contribute to normal \u003cstrong\u003eenergy release\u003c\/strong\u003e. Iodine also contributes to normal \u003cstrong\u003ecognitive function\u003c\/strong\u003e. The formula also provides folate which contributes to the \u003cstrong\u003ereduction of tiredness and fatigue\u003c\/strong\u003e, helping you keep on top of your day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSkin, Hair And Nails\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe all want to do the best that we can for our health and appearance. Vitabiotics knows that what you put inside your body has an enormous impact on your internal health and outer appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVitamin C is a co-factor for collagen synthesis, the substance that keeps skin supple. Wellwoman Vegan provides vitamin C which contributes to normal collagen formation for the normal \u003cstrong\u003efunction of skin\u003c\/strong\u003e. The formula also includes selenium and zinc contribute to the maintenance of normal \u003cstrong\u003ehair and nails\u003c\/strong\u003e plus iodine which contributes to \u003cstrong\u003enormal skin\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow Do We Define Vegetarianism And Veganism?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe hear these terms being used everywhere, but do they actually mean?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA vegetarian is someone who lives on a diet of non-animal based foods, with or without dairy products, honey and\/or eggs. A vegetarian does not eat foods that consist of or have been produced with products consisting of or created from any part of the living or dead animal. (Vegetarian Society, 2017).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFollowing a vegan diet is stricter. The Vegan Society describe Veganism as “A philosophy and way of living which seeks to exclude—as far as is possible and practicable—all forms of exploitation of, and cruelty to, animals for food, clothing or any other purpose; and by extension, promotes the development and use of animal-free alternatives for the benefit of humans, animals and the environment. In dietary terms it denotes the practice of dispensing with all products derived wholly or partly from animals.\" (Vegan Society, 2017)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTips For Vegetarians And Vegans\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA healthy and balanced vegetarian diet should be low in saturated fat and high in whole grains, fresh fruit and vegetables.\u003cbr\u003eIt is recommended to eat at least five portions of a variety of fruit and vegetables every day. ‘Eat the rainbow’ - choose fruit and veg of different colours.\u003cbr\u003eVegetarians and vegans can lack in certain nutrients, those of special focus should include protein, iron, zinc and vitamin B12.\u003cbr\u003eProtein has many important functions in the body and is essential for growth and maintenance. Vegetarian and vegan protein sources include nuts, beans, pulses and soya products.\u003cbr\u003eZinc is needed in the body to provide support to the immune system. Some vegetarian and vegan sources of zinc include beans, whole grains, nuts and soya products.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIron is essential to the body to prevent having an iron deficiency or even anaemia. Vegetarian sources of iron can be found in dried fruit, wholegrains, soya products and most leafy dark-green vegetables.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThis information is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. 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