It's that time of the year again — Daylight Savings is arriving, and as we "spring forward," we set our alarm clocks forward one hour.It can be tough to give up those precious minutes, so we would like to share with you some healthy sleeping tips to help maximise your bedtime and quickly adjust to Daylight Savings.1. Sleep when you're sleepy.Even though you're losing an hour in the day, it's best to not try to go to sleep an hour early. Go to bed at the time you normally do, instead of trying to "catch up".Think of it this way — it’s easier to wait to eat at 8 p.m. than it is to force yourself to eat at 4 p.m. when you’re not hungry. The same goes for sleep. If you wait until you’re actually sleepy, you’ll get a more quality night of sleep — even if it’s only five hours.2. Don't trick your body during the transition to Daylight SavingsIt's important to adjust to the time change right away. If you normally wake up at 7 a.m., keep waking up at that time, even after the clocks have changed.The biggest mistake you can make is 'sleeping in' the night after the transition. The brain needs 24 hours to reset itself, and if you try to 'make up' sleep, it’s only going to make the transition harder.3. Soak up some light.Get acclimated to the beginning of the day as soon as you can, by opening the blinds or curtains and letting that sunlight in.4. Move around (it doesn't even have to be exercise).To further spark up your senses, it's best to get moving. If you're not a gym person, just do simple things such as jumping jacks or light housework.5. Resist the urge to nap.Even if you come home from work or school feeling exhausted, fight away any nap-time feelings. You shouldn't try to grab the lost hour of sleep, because it'll create a harmful cycle. This can really throw off your routine and perpetuate the rough transition.6. Get your body ready for sleep.If you're slowly getting ready to go to bed, "turn off as many lights as possible. It sends a signal to your body to relax, because sleep is on the way. You'll be physically and mentally prepared to have a night full of total slumber.7. ChildrenKeeping your children’s bedtimes during daylight savings can be difficult, children can often wake earlier and get to sleep later as their body’s and minds adjust. Here are some tips you might find useful when daylight savings approaches:In the week leading up to daylight savings, try getting your child into bed a little earlier each night. For example, adjust their bedtime by 15 minutes earlier each night this will be less noticeable to the body.Even if they don’t fall asleep until their regular bedtime they will be adjusting their body and mind into going to bed earlier.If your child struggles to sleep while it’s light try making their room darker.It can take overly tired children even longer to fall asleep so avoid trying to ‘wear them out’ to get them to sleep.Remember it might take a few nights for them to get used to the change – generally it takes a week for everyone to adjust.

NZ Study Questions Fish Oil Quality and EPA/DHA ContentJanuary 21: Because of negative media coverage in Australia and New Zealand, GOED  (Global Organization for EPA and DHA) wants to make its members aware of today’s publication of “Fish oil supplements in New Zealand are highly oxidised and do not meet label content of n-3 PUFA” in the journal Scientific Reports. Media reports indicate that the results may trigger an investigation by regulatory authorities in both New Zealand and Australia.In the study, 32 fish oil supplements were analyzed for EPA+DHA content and levels of oxidation. According to the study authors, “…there was a marked disparity between the label claimed content of EPA+DHA and the actual capsule content of these fatty acids, with supplements containing on average 68% (SD=23%) of the claimed content. Only three of the 32 oils tested contained a quantity of EPA+DHA that was equal to or higher than that claimed by the label, with more than two-thirds of supplements (22; 69%) containing less than 67%. Two supplements contained approximately one third of the label concentrations of EPA+DHA.”In addition, 36 fish oil supplements were analyzed for oxidation against limits that are in the GOED Voluntary Monograph. According to the authors, “30/36 (83%) products exceeded the recommended Peroxide Value (PV) limit, 9/36 (25%) exceeded the p-Anisidine Value (pAV), and 18/36 (50%) exceeded recommended Totox thresholds. Only 3 of 36 oils tested (8%) met all the international recommendations, not exceeding any of these indices.”The results are surprising, given that fish oil supplements are tightly regulated in Australia and New Zealand, with quality standards in place to which the industry must adhere. These include meeting label claims about EPA+DHA content and long-term stability testing relative to oxidation. The results seem suspect to GOED and may indicate issues in methods or handling of oils.GOED consulted with fatty acid experts about this article and some of their concerns follow:  None of the 30% products tested actually contained 30% EPA+DHA. All but one were in the 17-19% range, which seems strange. Because of the consistency of the results, it seems likely that the authors were using a method that yields incomplete results. The authors did disclose their method and did not follow the accepted AOCS, European Pharmacopeia, or GOED Voluntary Monograph methods, although it is unclear whether the authors’ method was validated.The authors’ statement that “oxidation may at least in part account for the low n-3 PUFA levels” suggests a lack of general knowledge of lipid analysis. The amount of n-3 PUFA lost to the oxidation implied by high pAV and PV is too low to be picked up by FAME analysis.If flavored oils were analyzed, this would have been problematic because many flavors contain aldehydes that interfere with pAV testing. There is no industry standard for reporting EPA+DHA content on labels and it wasn’t clear from the article if the different reporting methods were considered. It is also very important to realize that triglyceride (TAG) oils may be reported as a TAG form or as a free fatty acid (FFA) form, and ethyl ester (EE) oil may be reported as an EE form or a FFA form. The oils reported in the article were not differentiated.  According to the authors, “A 12 ml sample of oil was produced by combining the contents of 8–24 capsules (depending on capsule size). From this pooled oil sample, PV, AV, Totox, and fatty acid concentration were measured in triplicate.” It’s important to know that the analyses must be done immediately before the oils oxidize. The data reported in Table 1 in the study appears to have been generated by someone with limited experience handling n-3 PUFA oils. Typically, you see much higher AVs than PVs, but in the case of the oils reported in line 15 (Canada), 25 (Australia) and 32 (New Zealand), this is reversed, which suggests poor handling of the oil. Generally, high PVs suggest the oils were oxidized upon opening the capsule.Due to the suspicious nature of the results, GOED has decided that its next round of randomized testing of currently marketed products will be selected exclusively from the New Zealand market. Once GOED has the results, it intends to share them with the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) in Australia and Medsafe in New Zealand. In addition, The Omega-3 Centre in Australia has been leading a media outreach effort to ensure that some balance is included in the reporting on the issue.It should be noted that Australia’s TGA lays out specific methods to be used for measuring compliance with its compositional guidelines. The authors of this paper did not use the TGA-approved European Pharmacopeia methods for measuring EPA and DHA content and appear to have modified the approved methods for measuring oxidation.The above article is the copy right material of the GOED. Click here to read full articlehttp://us1.campaign-archive1.com/?u=4ae075406cd789efec4e9ff09&id=a0a64bfe34&e=3bc8aa85c0

Sea Cucumbers, belonging to the class Holothuroide, are innocuous creatures that inhabit the seas worldwide. They live on the sandy seafloor and around coral reefs. There are more than one thousand species of sea cucumbers, ranging in size from a few centimetres (one inch) to two metres (several feet). As their name would suggest they have a soft body the shape and texture of a cucumber. Sea Cucumbers have no brain, but have developed a surprising defense mechanism called evisceration: they can expel most of their internal organs (which regrow) to ward off and confuse predators!Deep Blue Health Sea Cucumber is sourced from the waters of the mighty Pacific Ocean. Our capsules contain 100% sea cucumber from the Holothuria atra family. Valued as a nutritious food source long before its healing properties were understood sea cucumber have been an integral part of Asian cuisine for centuries. Contrary to what their name suggests these invertebrate animals are sand dwelling creatures with extraordinary healing powers. Modern science now recognises that certain nutrients are essential for health. Glucosamine Sulphate and Chondroitin are naturally occurring compounds which are some of the building blocks of connective tissue, cartilage and synovial fluid in healthy joints. Triterpenoids are gaining much attention for therapeutic properties and being investigated for their potential in treating many chronic diseases.Marine sources of Triterpenoids include marine sponges, marine algae and sea cucumbers. In a journal article published in Molecules (July 2013), entitled ‘Triterpenoids of Marine Origin as Anti-Cancer Agents’ the authors state that: “…triterpenoids are known to exhibit cytotoxicity against a variety of tumor cells…” Sea Cucumber in particular contains at least four different Triterpenoids which exhibit properties against breast cancer, pancreatic cancer and leukaemia.From a nutritional view-point, sea cucumbers are an ideal tonic and have an impressive profile of high-value nutrients such as Vitamin A, Vitamin B1 (thiamine), Vitamin B2 (riboflavin), Vitamin B3 (niacin), and minerals, especially calcium, magnesium, iron and zinc.Sea cucumber protein, is rich in glycine, glutamic acid and arginine. Glycine can stimulate production and release of IL-2 and B cell antibody and thus contributes to enhancing phagocytosis. Glycine and glutamic acid are essential components for cells to synthesize glutathione which can stimulate activation and proliferation of NK cell. Arginine can enhance cell immunity by promoting activation and proliferation of T-cell. Due to these amino acid components, sea cucumbers have remarkable function in immune regulation. A major proportion of the sea cucumber body wall protein is comprised of collagen. Collagen is recognized as a valued component in the connective tissues, due to its usefulness and specific distribution.Another group of functional substances namely, mucopolysaccharides and chondroitins, have also been identified in sea cucumbers. It has been seen that people suffering from arthritis and connective tissue disorders, are often devoid of these compounds. As such, sea cucumber-derived chondroitin sulphate can be used  to ease joint-pain and arthritis like disorders. It is for this reason that about 3 g/day serving of the dried sea cucumbers is medicinally effective in reducing arthralgia to a significant level1. The mechanism of action of chondroitin sulphate is considered to be similar to that of glucosamine sulphate; the latter compound is currently in use as therapeutic agent for easing osteoarthritis.In addition to having a high nutritious value, sea cucumbers have long been recognised in the folk medicine system of Asian countries. An impressive range of medicinal health functions, for example, nourishing the body, tonifying kidney, treatment of stomach ulcers, asthma, hypertension, rheumatism and wound healing have been associated with sea cucumber. Most importantly, the potential medicinal benefits and multiple biological properties of sea cucumbers are now gaining recognition in modern biomedical research. Scientists believe that sea cucumber extracts are beneficial for human health in different ways and can help reduce the growth of cancer cells. Although there are studies underway, nothing has been completed on humans at this stage. For more detailed information see the US Library of National Medicine web page.In addition to health medicinal uses, interestingly, there is much demand for sea cucumber as aphrodisiac food to improve sexual performance.Buy Deep Blue Health Sea Cucumber now.

Omega-3 fatty acids are essential fatty acids that are vital for human health. While your body can't make Omega-3, you can get them through eating the right foods and taking supplements. Omega-3 fatty acids can be found in oily fish such as herring, sardines, salmon, tuna, blue cod, orange roughy and halibut. Other seafoods such as green lipped mussel and krill oil are also good sources of Omega-3. For people who do not eat fish, or take Omega-3 marine-based supplements, flax seed oil is a good herbal alternative.It's generally recommended that we eat 2-3 servings of fish rich in Omega-3 per week. For many people, especially large families, this is an expensive way to get enough dietary Omega-3. Deep Blue Health Omega-3 soft gel capsules are the ideal way to top up your Omega-3 requirements. For less than the price of a coffee per day it's possible to make sure that your whole family has the Omega-3 that they need for healthy metabolic function.WHY IS OMEGA-3 FISH OIL GOOD FOR YOU?The three types of Omega-3 fatty acids that are important for normal metabolic function are: ALA (α-linolenic acid) found in plant oils, EPA (eicosapentaenoic acid), and DHA (docosahexaenoic acid), both commonly found in marine sources and they're essential for the following areas:HEALTHY BRAIN AND RETINA FUNCTION FOR ADULTS AND CHILDRENHigh levels of DLA are required by the brain and retina of the eye for optimal brain function, and to retain healthy vision for adults. DLA is important for the brain and retina development of children, and also their learning ability, and mental development. It is also critical for infant brain growth. With DLA thought to constitute 8% of the weight of an infant brain, pregnant mothers are encouraged to make sure their intake of Omega-3 is sufficient. Leading infant formula manufacturers also add DLA to their formulas. Infants require a lot of DLA in the first two years of life (and longer) to support brain growth.HEART HEALTHOmega-3 fatty acids are known to be beneficial for cardiovascular health. Clinical evidence suggests that EPA (eicosapentaenoic acid) and DHA (docosahexaenoic acid), the two omega-3 fatty acids found in fish oil help lower the risk of heart disease by controlling the levels of fats (triglycerides) in the blood, resulting in less plaque buildup and hardening of the arteries.JOINT PAIN RELIEFSmall doses of Omega-3 can reduce the symptoms of rheumatoid and osteoarthritis. Omega-3 can help stiffness of joints in the morning, and decrease joint pain to the extent that doses of in some cases dosages of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) can be reduced.MOOD BALANCE FOR CHILDRENOmega-3 also assists to balance mood in kids. For parents who have children that experience mood swings Omega-3 supplements can be very beneficial for everyone. Deep Blue Health produces a special Omega-3 product specifically for children called Omega-3 Junior.DEEP BLUE HEALTH OMEGA-3 SUPPLEMENTYou won't get fresher Omega-3 on the market. Deep Blue Health sources Omega-3 from the freshest, sustain-ably harvested sardines and anchovies in South Pacific waters. Our product is free of contaminants, mercury and heavy metals associated with larger fish.We guarantee ours is the freshest and most potent on the market.Buy Deep Blue Health Omega-3 supplement here.

Sea cucumber has long been considered a delicacy in Asian cuisine, but it is only in this recent decade that science has verified the therapeutic benefits of sea cucumber. The meat of the sea cucumber is relatively tasteless, but tends to absorb the flavours of aromatics and sauces very well. The texture is quite gelatinous, like okra or eggplant depending on preparation. For a seemingly bland and uninteresting sand dwelling sea creature, the sea cucumber packs a mighty nutritional and therapeutic punch. The list of conditions that sea cucumber is potentially very good for, is very long indeed. In medical terms, the list includes: angiogenesis, cancer, tumours, hypertension, inflammation, and are also considered to contain effective antibacterial, antiviral, antioxidant, antithrombotic, and wound healing properties.Over the centuries sea cucumber have been prized for its restorative qualities. It's a good general tonic also with properties thought to enhance male potency and stamina. Sea cucumber is both a functional food, rich in nutrients and trace elements, and a delicacy in its own right. The nutritional analysis of sea cucumber makes for some impressive reading. They are vitamin rich with Vitamin A, Vitamin B1 (thiamine), Vitamin B2 (riboflavin), Vitamin B3 (niacin) and minerals such as calcium, magnesium, iron and zinc.The therapeutic properties and health benefits of sea cucumbers can be linked to the bioactives such as triterpene glycosides (saponins), chondroitin sulfates, glycosaminoglycan (GAGs), sulfated polysaccharides, sterols (glycosides and sulfates), phenolics, cerberosides, lectins, peptides, glycoprotein, glycosphingolipids and a range of essential fatty acids and amino acids.While Sea cucumber is used to treat a broad spectrum of conditions, it's thought to provide immune support against many types of cancer, relief from joint pain and inflammation — especially for osteoarthritus suffers, reduces high blood pressure, and is a powerful antioxidant. You won't have to partake of a Chinese banquet to get your RDA of sea cucumber, unless that is also how you like to enjoy your sea cucumber. Instead, you can purchase freeze dried capsules of New Zealand's Deep Blue Health Sea Cucumber. No unusual textures to deal with, just a glass of water and a couple of capsules every day.EFFECTIVE IMMUNE SUPPORTSea cucumber protein is rich in amino acids such as glycine, glutamic acid and arginine. Glycine can stimulate production and release of IL-2 and B cell antibodies. These antibodies perform an important task of engulfing foreign bodies within the human body.Glycine and glutamic acid are essential elements for cells to synthesize glutathione which can stimulate activation and proliferation of natural killer cells. Natural killer or NK cells are important for the rapid response of the body's immune system, attacking viruses and tumours, and forming an adaptive immune response against infections and secondary infections. The role of NK cells is becoming increasingly important in research for potential cancer therapies.Research has found that cancer patients have low Argenine levels, which is thought to suppress the development of T-cells: another antibody that are an important front line defense against tumour cells. Taking sea cucumber may supplement the body's Argenine supply to promote the activation and proliferation of T-cells.Sea cucumber also contains cytotoxic compounds that may be useful to directly combat a variety of tumor cells. In particular sea cucumber are a source of Triterpenoids which “are known to exhibit cytotoxicity against a variety of tumor cells”. Sea cucumber contains at least four Triterpenoids which have shown promising results against breast, pancreatic and bowel cancer, and also leukaemia.For these properties alone sea cucumber provides an impressive range of actions that may support the immune systems of cancer compromised patients. People who are genetically predisposed to bowel cancer but are otherwise healthy may take sea cucumber to assist the prevention of cancerous cells proliferating in the colon or bowel.JOINT SUPPORT AND RELIEFAnother group of bioactive substances, mucopolysaccharides and chondroitins have been identified in sea cucumbers. People suffering from arthritis and connective tissue disorders can often be lacking these compounds. Sea cucumber is rich in mucopolysaccharides, chondroitins and also collagen, as the major proportion of the sea cucumber body wall protein is comprised of collagen. Collagen is universally recognized as a necessary component of healthy functioning connective tissue.Sea cucumber-derived chondroitin sulphate can be used to ease joint-pain and other arthritis-based inflammation. It is recommended that a 3 g/day serving of the dried sea cucumber is medicinally effective in significantly reducing joint pain1. The mechanism of action of chondroitin sulphate is similar to that of glucosamine sulphate; a compound found in many formulations used for easing osteoarthritis pain and inflammation.OTHER CONDITIONSSea Cucumber is also an ACE inhibitor, it reduces blood pressure and thins the blood. Refer to your doctor if you are taking any medication for heart conditions first.DEEP BLUE HEALTH SEA CUCUMBEROur sea cucumber is sustainably wild harvested from populations in the Pacific Ocean. You can be assured that our product is from one of the purest oceans in the world.A superb tonic, it is known to improve stamina (by reducing the buildup of lactic acid in muscles). Other benefits include improving pain of arthritis sufferers, and   assisting with the immune health of oncology patients, particularly breast cancer, pancreatic cancer, bowel cancer and leukaemia sufferers. The list of sea cucumber benefits is immense. Try Deep Blue Health Sea Cucumber for yourself, or give it to someone you care about. We think you'll be pleasantly surprised by the results of taking this very humbly named sand dwelling creature.

Discover the remarkable health-giving properties of Deep Blue Health Sea Cucumber. We unlock nature's secret in a product that is pure, potent and affordable.The unassuming sea cucumber is loaded with actives that are thought to be effective in assisting with the treatment of certain cancers. Our farm-raised New Zealand Sea Cucumber is rich in such anti-cancer and anti-tumour compounds. Deep Blue Health enables users to access the benefits of Sea Cucumber without paying extortionate pricing that less ethical marketers charge for their sea cucumber-based products.Sea cucumber contains significant levels of triterpene glycosides or saponins. These are compounds that are “are known to exhibit cytotoxicity against a variety of tumor cells”. Deep Blue Health sea cucumber contains at least four triterpenoids, and these have been shown to provide promising results against breast, pancreatic and bowel cancer, and also leukaemia in controlled studies.For these properties alone sea cucumber provides an impressive range of actions that may support the immune systems of cancer compromised patients, although sea cucumber is also used in traditional medicines to treat a broad spectrum of other conditions. It also provides relief from joint pain and inflammation, especially for osteoarthritus suffers and is also thought to reduce high blood pressure, and is contains powerful antioxidants.Other bio-actives found in sea cucumber are compounds such as saponic glycosides that similar to compounds found in well-known therapeutic herbs such as Ginseng and Ganderma. Sea Cucumber powder is also a rich source of polysaccharide chondroitin sulphate, a compound with an action similar to glucosamine sulphate, a compound that is useful for treating osteoarthritis. Glucosamine sulphate is also found in Green Lipped Mussel.Deep Blue Health Sea Cucumber extract is produced from 100% Sea Cucumber in a preparation which has been gutted and freeze dried and encapsulated for you to conveniently enjoy its benefits.Try Deep Blue Health Sea Cucumber for yourself here.

Health and beauty go hand-in-hand, so it makes sense to improve your health if you want to look good. You might think of skin as a soft and delicate tissue, but it has to be strong and resilient to withstand the daily wear-and-tear it endures. It turns out skin can be both delicate and tough, given the correct nutrition and care.Acne is a concern for many young adults. Despite the way it looks, acne is not necessarily caused by poor hygiene. Even doctors struggle to treat acne. Nutrition is an important factor that contributes to the quality of skin and the way it looks.Oyster powder is a wholefood supplement. There is no doubt that oysters offer some remarkable properties that can have a marked effect on skin, acne and other skin disorders. Unfortunately, fresh oysters are a delicacy that can be hard to get and are, to some, an aquired taste. Oyster powder capsules are a convenient way to get all the benefits of fresh oysters year round.Zinc and Selenium are essential minerals your body needs to stay vibrant and healthy. Without them, children fail to thrive and adults can become tired, experience hair loss and poor wound healing. The fact is that teenagers, vegetarians and people who diet often, can easily become deficient in these important nutrients. Deep Blue Health Zinc Complex is a natural oyster supplement with added Zinc and Selenium that can nourish skin, reduce inflammation and improve your complexion by controlling the rate of cell renewal and skin repair.

We all have an internal army, known as the immune system. This microscopic army is equipped with an arsenal of cells and mechanisms to neutralise and destroy most invaders. Exposure to viruses and infectious bacteria is a daily occurrence (1), but excessive use of anti-bacterial products is not the answer. With the correct nutritional support, our bodies have the ability to fight off most colds and infections naturally.Lifestyle and food choices play an important role in fortifying our defences. Hot lemon and honey drinks and plenty of rest can help recovery from the average cold. But natural health supplements can strengthen the immune system and help our bodies to deal with the symptoms of flu, colds and bacterial infections quickly.Natural herbal supplements such as garlic (2) and olive leaf (3) support virus defence by sabotaging the disease-causing agents before they have a chance to wreck havoc.Colostrum has recently become recognised as a powerful immune booster because it contains high levels of immunoglobulins (4), which are the antibodies responsible for fighting off disease. IgG (immunoglobulin G), in particular is thought to promote wellness. Try our 100% Colostrum capsules or chewable Milk Colostrum tablets for all ages.Bee Pollen and Propolis (5) are potent natural products full of nutrients to boost immune defences and designed by nature. Wisdom tells us that prevention is better than cure, so maintaining a healthy, active immune system is the best way to prevent an all out invasion of viruses and disease-causing agents.http://pathmicro.med.sc.edu/mhunt/flu.htm - Influenza virushttp://www.phytochemicals.info/phytochemicals/allicin.php - Garlichttp://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC379901/ Abstract H. P. Fleming, W. M. Walter, Jr., and J. L. Etchells 1973http://www.webmd.com/a-to-z-guides/immunoglobulins - Immunoglobulins http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/druginfo/natural/patient-propolis.html - Propolis

Colostrum is the highly nutritious ‘first milk’ produced by the mother for the newborn in its first few days of life. Colostrum contains many different nutrients including proteins, vitamins, minerals, enzymes as well as important immune factors and immunoglobulins (also known as antibodies). These antibodies are made by the mother’s immune cells and are passed to the newborn in the Colostrum providing critical protection from bacterial and viral infections while the baby’s own immune system is in an immature state.The three main types of immunoglobulin are IgG, IgA and IgM and each plays a specific role in the immune response and defending the body against infection. IgG antibodies are the most predominant and circulate in the bloodstream and other body fluids primed to bind to and inactivate disease-causing antigens as they are encountered.Taking a Colostrum supplement can help boost your immunoglobulin levels and strengthen your immune system. Colostrum contains immune factors that keep the immune response in balance and also immune proteins called PRPs (proline rich polypeptides) that fine-tune the way the white blood cells respond to antigens such as viruses and bacteria.In colostrum-containing products the IgG content is used as the measure of potency of the Colostrum to ensure consistency is maintained. Deep Blue Health Colostrum products contain approximately 23% IgG at the time of manufacture which means that when tested our products always exceed the 20% IgG content as stated on the product label.Deep Blue Health Colostrum is available in powder, tablet and capsule forms. The most potent way to take Colostrum is the 100% Colostrum capsules but for children or those who find it difficult to swallow capsules the Milk Colostrum chewable tablets are a great option. Milk Colostrum Powder comes as a 450g can of milk powder mixed with Colostrum and Zinc.

Bones are amazing structures.  Far from being hard, brittle and lifeless – they are a dynamic living tissue which serves a multitude of purposes.Bones are continually remodelling, are involved in blood-cell production and act as a mineral store for the body as a whole.The strength and quality of bones is determined early in life and their mass does not increase much after the first two decades(1). It is noexaggeration to say that bone growth in children has a lasting impact on quality of life in later years. Infant bones are extremely soft and flexible because they are composed largely of cartilage. Throughout childhood and into adolescence bonesare growing and hardening(2). Peak bone mass occurs during the mid-twenties for most people and bones do not grow in length or densitybeyond thirty(3). Nonetheless bone repair and remodelling are life-long processes.Osteoporosis is a progressive disease characterised by a loss of bone mass and quality, resulting in an increased risk of fractures. Medicalopinion is that apart from the genetic influence, Osteoporosis is largely preventable. Diet, lifestyle and environment are the most importantvariable factors. Consequently, it is now identified as a disease that can begin in childhood with less than optimal bone growth(3). Bones havea high mineral content which makes them solid and durable.Minerals such as calcium, phosphorous, sodium, magnesium and carbonate are predominant. Bones are also flexible because of the collagen(a structural protein), content.  For optimum bone health, there is no substitute for exercise and eating plenty of fresh fruits and vegetables.In addition, foods that are high in protein and rich in calcium(4)are necessary to ensure strong bones. All vitamins, but especially vitamin Dare essential for healthy bone growth.Natural health supplements provide nutrients that assist in optimum bone growth and maintenance. Colostrum and Goat Milk supplements area source of protein and minerals. Marine Collagen and Shark Cartilage provide some of the building blocks of bone.Deep Blue Health products which can improve bone growth are;Colostrum - a nutritious dairy product for healthy growth and development.Goat Milk - low in calories and rich in calcium and protein, ideal for people adverse to dairy. Available in both powder and tablets. Green Lipped Mussel - rich in vitamins, minerals, Omega3 and glycosaminoglycans which work together to reduce inflammation and improvebone growth.Marine Collagen - rich in proteins which make up fibrous tissues in bones.  Milk Colostrum Junior - helps support the immune system and assist with growth and development.