All articles in ‘Nutrients’

Probiotics – yes, bacteria can be good!

Posted by Beryl on Apr 8, 2010 • (0)

Supplement types seem to be as susceptible to fashion as mini skirts. The current ‘magic’ supplement is the probiotic. But what are probiotics? How do they differ from prebiotics? And does your pet really need it?
Probiotics are a group of ‘friendly’ bacteria (literally, “pro life,” indicating that they are bacteria and yeasts that help rather [...]

Mad dogs – the Serotonin connection

Posted by Beryl on Jul 20, 2009 • (2)

When your brain wants to send a message from one neuron to the next, it uses chemical substances called neurotransmitters. One of the major neurotransmitters in the brain is called serotonin. Studies in animals and humans have revealed that serotonin is responsible for feelings of well being, calmness, relaxation, confidence and concentration.
So, what happens if [...]

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