Healthy Bone Support

We all know that our skeleton is a vital component of our body… but the list of its key functions may be longer than what you first thought:

• Provides support
• Protect our vital organs from damage
• Supports Movement
• Storage of essential minerals (including calcium and phosphorus)
• Blood cell production (red blood cells which carry oxygen and white blood cells which protect against infection and platelets)
• Endocrine regulation (releases hormone osteocalcin, involved in the regulation of blood sugar and fat deposit)

These functions mean that we really shouldn’t take our bone health for granted.

The internal dynamics…

Scientists have known for years that the key to building and maintaining strong bones is = calcium. The UK’s National Health Service (NHS) recommends 700 mg per day of calcium for both men and women ages 19+.¹  However, the body actually finds calcium difficult to absorb – with less than 20% of the calcium we take in through food or supplements getting absorbed.  If it’s not absorbed and utilised, it can’t do its job of strengthening and building our bones!

The mineral magnesium is also vital. Around 67% of total body magnesium is located in our bones. Magnesium helps calcium in the blood to move into the bones. Its intake with calcium has shown that it helps provide greater bone strengthening benefits than calcium alone.

The external dynamics…

Whilst ensuring you maintain a healthy diet to help give your body the nutrients it needs, there are other external activities that can also help maintain normal bones including bone strengthening exercises and even getting a good nights’ sleep!

Nature meets science…

Most people get enough nutrients from their diet alone, but there will be always be others who have low intake of one or more nutrients, or who have special nutritional needs for a particular supplement at certain times.

Nikken’s KENZEN^® BDZ^® is formulated to support bone strength and density, and is made with three patented blends:

We talked about the importance of Calcium and Magnesium in bone health above. In KENZEN^® BDZ^®, both of these are provided in the algae marine plant multi-mineral complex Aquamin^®. Harvested from the pristine waters off the northern coast of Iceland, in addition to algae, Aquamin^® also contains 72 trace minerals that are essential to life and critical biochemical pathways.²

Andrographis Paniculata is a herbaceous plant with extracts that are clinically-proven for healthy anti-inflammatory benefits – beneficial for both bone and joint health. In KENZEN^® BDZ^®, ParActin_® is a patented extract of Andrographic Paniculata.³

Vitamin K₂ is also required for the formation of some proteins important for the maintenance of healthy bones. One example is osteocalcin, a protein that regulates the amount of calcium that is added to bones. Vitamin K₂ helps absorb and bind calcium to the bones matrix to help build healthy bones. In KENZEN ^® BDZ^® vitamin K₂ is delivered in the complex MenaQ7^® – naturally derived, in its natural form its more readily absorbed and has a longer half-life, allowing it to remain in the body for longer.⁴

KENZEN^® BDZ^® also contains two single ingredients from the Ayurvedic tradition:

• CurcuCare^™– a concentrated amount of the highly studied phytonutrient Curcumin, found in Turmeric, used for over 4000 years to support a healthy lifestyle. Curcumin extract has greater bioavailability than standard Turmeric. It maintains its native form, leading to higher circulating levels that stay in the system longer.⁵
• Boswellia Serrata also known as Indian Frankincense, can contribute to maintenance of healthy joint function, mobility and flexibility.

KENZEN^® BDZ^® can be taken alongside your preferred calcium supplement and is available on Autoship. Sign up to Autoship for products delivered straight to your door monthly or quarterly and you’ll save on the price too!

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1. https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/vitamins-and-minerals/calcium/
2. https://www.nutraingredients.com/Product-innovations/Aquamin-outperforms-calcium-carbonate-in-pre-menopausal-women-bone-study
3. https://paractin.com/
4. http://menaq7.com/health-benefits/bone-health/
5. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5664031/

3^rd August 2020

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Slow down and enjoy the Summer…

Summer should be a fun and relaxing time. It can be hectic rushing around, trying to fill the days with activities; summer clubs for the kids, getting things done for yourself as well as finding ways to celebrate the sun being out. It doesn’t have to be like this – slow down and enjoy the summer season.

No matter where you spend it, the joys of summer are simple to create. It’s about having a loose schedule, slow mornings and carefree days. It’s about taking a break from the busy schedule to explore outdoors and read stories in the afternoon sun.

 – Start a morning routine and build a little time for yourself in the morning hours because in the summer, it’s easier to wake up early. Your body responds to natural light so try going to bed with the curtains / shutters open and allow the natural morning light to brighten your room and wake you. Waking up earlier gives you more time for yourself.

– Spending time outdoors in the natural sunlight helps top up levels of vitamin D and relaxes your body and mind. It’s so good to get out and enjoy the smell of freshly cut grass and flowers in bloom. Enjoy and appreciate the natural world around you.

– Wander to a local park or eat dinner outdoors. Or venture out a bit further, go to the woods or onto a local walking trail.  

– Stepping out in nature makes you leave everything behind. The air smells different, noises and views are new and different and a walk in the woods gives you a chance to reduce your stress with every step. This is as much about the spirit of your adventures as it is the adventures themselves. Even a simple outing to watch squirrels at a park or climb a big tree your kids have been eyeing can feel like a grand adventure.

– Unplug from your daily digital routine. Make the most of your summer days by limiting the time you spend looking at the screen such as your phone, tablet or TV.  Find other relaxing ways to fill your days – such as reading a good book or lose yourself in crafting. Such activities will still keep the mind engaged but relaxed at the same time.

– Grow something. There is magic and wonder about growing your own plants or vegetables. You don’t need impressive gardening skills and if you lack outdoor space, you can still have a few pots indoors on your window sill.

– Create Summer traditions. Over the years, you might have tried different activities, some of which have made long-lasting impressions. These can become traditions – things you do every summer, things you look forward to all year such as a trip to the lake, camping with friends, water balloon fights in the back garden or even a lemonade stand for the kids in those hot summer days.

Whichever activities you have planned for the summer, slow down and enjoy it…

It flies by so quickly!

Discover more outdoor tips here: https://nikkeneurope.wordpress.com/2020/05/18/ways-to-connect-with-nature-inside-and-out/

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Ending 31^st  July 2020:

Buy one pair of insoles mSteps or mStrides purchase the second pair for HALF PRICE!

Use the codes below to order:

mSteps Offer Women’s Pack = #88078 (includes 2 x #3053)

mSteps Offer mixed Pack = #88082 (includes 1 x #3053 + 1 x #3054)

mSteps Offer Men’s Pack = #88084 (includes 2 x #3054)

mStrides Offer Women’s Pack = #88070 (includes 2 x #3050) 

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27^th July 2020

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Walk to boost health and happiness…

Walking is low impact, requires minimal equipment, can be done at any time of day and can be performed at your own pace.

Walking can be the easiest way to get active but it’s benefits reach much further than just boosting fitness and losing weight.

People walk for all sorts of reasons: some walk for exercise, some walk for relaxation while others walk to exercise their dogs. Another reason to stretch your legs and take a walk is that walking can also help boost your mood.

Walk to help boost your health…

Walking is a great way to improve or maintain your overall health. Just 30 minutes every day can help increase cardiovascular fitness, help strengthen bones and help reduce excess body fat. It could also help reduce your risk of developing conditions such as heart disease¹. Plus, walking is free and doesn’t require any special equipment or training.

Walk to help boost your happiness…

Going for a walk around your local park for example, involves several things that can give your mood a boost. Getting up from your work chair or sofa, spending time in nature, being exposed to sunlight or general daylight and taking in an interesting view can all help lift your spirits. The fresh air can help clear your mind, helping tension and stress fade away…

Here are a few tips to get the most out of your walks:

– Walk for at least 30 minutes each day. To get the health benefits, try to walk for at least 30 minutes as briskly as you can. ‘Brisk’ means that you may be puffing slightly. If it’s too difficult to walk for 30 minutes at one time, do regular small walking sessions
(10 minutes) three times per day and then gradually build it up.

– Make walking part of your daily routine. Try to walk at the same time each day. You will use the same amount of energy, no matter what time of day you walk, so do what is most convenient for you. Keep an activity diary or log if it helps.

 – Wear a pedometer. A pedometer measures the number of steps you take. You can use it to measure your movement throughout a day and compare it to other days or to recommended amounts. This may motivate you to move more. The recommended number of steps accumulated per day to achieve health benefits is 10,000 steps or more².

– Choose the right footwear for walking. Walking is a low-cost and effective form of exercise. However, the wrong type of shoe or walking action can cause foot or shin pain, blisters and other injuries. Make sure your shoes are comfortable, with appropriate heel and arch supports. Take light, easy steps and make sure your heel touches down before your toes. Whenever possible, walk on grass rather than concrete to help absorb the impact. Invest in a good quality pair of insoles for your shoes.

Nikken’s Kenko^® mSteps or mStrides³ can be trimmed to fit and have built in patented DynaFlux^® Magnetic Technology which acts like a magnetic field generator inside the shoes offering you a subtle, yet energising massage like stimulation.

Share the Nikken insoles with friends and family with our OFFER between 
6^th – 31^st  July:

Buy one pair of insoles mSteps or mStrides purchase the second pair for HALF PRICE!

Use the codes below to order:

mSteps Offer Women’s Pack = #88078 (includes 2 x #3053)

mSteps Offer mixed Pack = #88082 (includes 1 x #3053 + #1 x 3054)

mSteps Offer Men’s Pack = #88084 (includes 2 x #3054)

mStrides Offer Women’s Pack = #88070 (includes 2 x #3050) 

mStrides Offer mixed Pack = #88072 (includes 1 x #3050 + 1 x #3051)

mStrides Offer Men’s Pack = #88074 (includes 2 x #3051)

As well as supporting the soles of your feet, you may also need extra support for your knees and ankles. The KenkoTherm^® Knee Wrap and KenkoTherm^® Ankle Wrap help provide comfort and support. Unisex and with an orthopaedic design, these wraps can help support with flexibility.

This summer, walk for Health, walk for Happiness, walk for Active Wellness…

 

1. https://www.nhs.uk/news/lifestyle-and-exercise/walking-reduces-heart-disease-in-people-at-risk/
2. https://www.bbc.com/future/article/20190723-10000-steps-a-day-the-right-amount
3. https://nikkeneurope.wordpress.com/2020/07/06/45-years-of-nikken-insoles-discover-the-history-of-active-wellness/

20^th July 2020

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45 years of Nikken Insoles – Discover the history of Active Wellness

Magnetic energy is a fundamental part of the body’s natural processes and of the natural environment of all living things. A key principle of both Far Eastern cultures and Traditional Chinese Medicine is that of the flows of energies in the body¹.

Nikken’s magnetic technologies have been carefully designed and developed for over 45 years with the result being products that are designed to fit easily into our everyday lives.

The first application of Nikken’s Magnetic Technology was the design of the Nikken KenkoInsoles^®, the company’s first product when launched in 1975. Nikken’s founder, Mr. Isamu Masuda began his wellness revolution with a brilliant thought: “If people feel better after walking on pebbles, why not create a way to experience this effect all day long?”

Masuda discovered that if someone’s feet were sore then fatigue would likely spread throughout the whole body. So he searched for a solution.

Drawing inspiration from the combined research into the positive effects of magnetic fields and massage inspired by the reflexology practices and the pebbles on the floors of the traditional Japanese hot baths – he combined a textured surface with magnetic technology and this is how the Magsteps^® (later called KenkoInsoles^®) were created.

Over the years, the products have been developed further into today’s insoles:
mSteps and mStrides. 

Discover more about the insoles: 

Kenko^® mSteps  – a gentle massage in your shoe!

Raised nodules on the surface of mSteps are designed to provide a very gentle massaging sensation on the soles of the feet. Walking, standing or sitting, these nodules will stimulate and invigorate your feet.

Patented DynaFlux^® Magnetic Technology acts like a magnetic field generator inside the shoes. This happens when magnets are placed in a way called ‘polar opposites’ – as you walk, the components of the magnets move changing position to produce a dynamic field of energy.

mSteps are available in two sizes: 2.5 – 7 (#3053) and 6.5 – 11.5 (#3054).  The insoles can be trimmed if needed to fit perfectly in your shoes.

Kenko^® mStrides – great for active activity!

mStrides have the same patented DynaFlux^® Magnetic Technology as the Kenko^® mSteps but without the massaging nodules.

They are thicker to provide more cushion and flexibility, ideal for use in soft athletic shoes such as trainers and hiking boots, etc.

mStrides are also available in two sizes: 2.5 – 7 (#3050) and 6.5 – 11.5 (#3051), these insoles can also be trimmed if needed to fit perfectly in your shoes.

Whichever insoles you choose this summer, you can comfortably walk your way to Active Wellness!

Share the Nikken insoles with friends and family with our OFFER between 6^th – 31^st July:

Buy one pair of insoles mSteps or mStrides purchase the second pair for HALF PRICE! Use the codes below to order:

mSteps Offer Women’s Pack = #88078 (includes 2 x 3053)

mSteps Offer mixed Pack = #88082 (includes 1 x 3053 + 1 x 3054)

mSteps Offer Men’s Pack = #88084 (includes 2 x 3054)

mStrides Offer Women’s Pack = #88070 (includes 2 x 3050)

mStrides Offer mixed Pack = #88072 (includes 1 x 3050 + 1 x 3051)

mStrides Offer Men’s Pack = #88074 (includes 2 x 3051)

Shop now at: www.nikken.com/eu/

 

1. https://www.nccih.nih.gov/health/traditional-chinese-medicine-what-you-need-to-know

6^th July 2020

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Summer activities for Active Wellness…

We’ve just passed the summer solstice officially welcoming in the quarter of the year we call summer. This is a brilliant time to kick-start a healthy, active and outdoor lifestyle for you and the whole family. Summertime is many people’s favourite time of year. The days are long, the nights are warmer and it’s a great time to get together with loved ones.

There are so many things to do right on your doorstep that are good for your active wellness, all you need to do is put your comfy trainers on, get out there and experience it for yourselves.

Here are some simple summer health tips to keep your summer days active:

1. Cycling. One of the best activities is always a bike ride. When the sun shows its face head for the outdoors. Cycling is a fantastic way to stay healthy because it is a low-impact aerobic activity. Why not pack a picnic and make it a day of adventure for the whole family. Bike rides are one of the best ways to get your children active and having fun outdoors this summer.

 2. Going on a walk can revive you. Whether you explore quiet forests, look out over a rugged headland towards the sea or stroll around your favourite park, spending time in nature can give you a sense of peace. According to the National Trust Organisation¹, forest bathing (known as Shinrin Yoku, developed in Japan) is the practice of simply being among trees. It encourages being mindful of the nature around you, and has been recognised for its benefits to the mind and body as you breathe in the beneficial negative ions found in abundance in forested areas.

 3. Play games outside. Outdoor play helps ensure that you get enough sunlight and that’s good for your body. Even the light we encounter outside on a heavily overcast day far exceeds the lighting we typically encounter indoors. So going outside makes a big difference in the amount of light exposure we encounter. There are many games you can play outdoors such as tennis, football, golf and much more. It’s all about keeping active and having fun!

4. Practice Mindfulness and Appreciation. Our minds are often overburdened with thoughts. If you find your mind in a state of overwhelm, aim to gently and kindly bring yourself back to your breath and the sensation of air flowing in and out through the nostrils. Try practicing active appreciation, acceptance and forgiveness. Life is so much more rewarding and joyful when we focus on the positive aspects of our life.

5. Don’t forget to Hydrate! Proper hydration is extremely important over the summer season. Warmer weather, increased physical activity and more time spent in the sun can easily leave you dehydrated. Conveniently portable, the Nikken PiMag^® Water Bottle offers you clean, filtered, alkaline PiMag^® water on-the-go. Containing Nikken PiMag^® Water Technology, the PiMag^® Water Bottle filter cartridge, adjusts the water’s pH value to alkaline 8.5-9.5 range.

1. https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/features/how-walking-in-nature-can-help-wellbeing

29^th June 2020

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The Male Mental Health Revolution…

It’s important to take care of ourselves and get the most from life. Our mental health influences how we think, feel and behave in daily life. It also affects our ability to cope with stress, overcome challenges, build relationships, and recover from life’s setbacks and hardships.

Strong mental health isn’t just the absence of mental health problems. Being mentally or emotionally healthy is much more than being free of depression, anxiety, or other psychological issues.

Mental health issues in one way or another impact us all, whether personally or by someone we know. Despite the fact that talking about issues, including mental health ones, is one of the best ways of dealing with them, almost half of people (47%) also admit they feel uncomfortable opening up about emotions to anyone, especially to people close to them.

This is noticeably higher in men, over half of whom are uncomfortable opening up (52%), compared with two in five women (42%), according to mind for better health charity¹.

There are practices that can be adopted to elevate the mood, become more resilient, and enjoy life more. But just as it requires effort to build and maintain physical health, so it is with mental health. We have to focus more on our mental health, simply because there are so many ways that life takes a toll on our emotional wellbeing.

Here are a few tips that men can follow for better mental health:

• Talk to someone you trust, a close friend or family member, maybe even your doctor.
• Consider why you find it uncomfortable asking for help and whether those reasons are actually stopping you from getting the support you need.
• Read more about mental health and the varied guidance and advice that is easily accessible.
• Find a support group in your local area. There are many around that are free and open to anyone. Don’t be afraid to reach out.

Good nutrition and consistent physical activity are the keys to sustained health in general. Nikken’s nutritional supplements are of particular importance in supporting Active Wellness. There are two that specifically address the Healthy Mind Pillar.

–  Kasai for men contains lycopene, powered garlic, tomato, pumpkin seed and is designed to help contribute to men’s wellbeing.

– Since the connection between brain function and gut health is critical for optimum results, KENZEN Lactoferrin 2.0^® contains four organic ingredients that specifically support the G.I. tract as well as helping to promote better mental health².

Active Wellness is important, regardless of age, gender or ethnicity. This has been the Nikken approach from the company’s inception and continues. Eat well, exercise daily and stay safe!

1. https://www.mind.org.uk/news-campaigns/news/men-twice-as-likely-as-women-to-have-no-one-to-rely-on-for-emotional-support/
2. https://nikkenactivewellness.com/2017/11/03/have-you-heard-of-the-brain-gut-connection/

15^th June 2020

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The surprising benefits of taking a shower…

Whether you use your shower to kick-start your morning and get yourself feeling ready for the day ahead or to unwind in the evening, it can bring feelings of refreshment and relaxation.

Your daily shower can do more for your wellbeing than simply make you feel better. Different water temperatures are thought to bring us slightly different benefits too:

Benefits of hot showers –

– Can help reduce cold symptoms. A nice warm shower could help your cold, as the steam vapours help moisturise and decongest your nasal passages when inhaled.

– Good for muscles. A hot shower can be beneficial to your muscles after a tough long workout. It helps with your recovery as it relieves tension in stiff muscles.

 – Help to relieve aches and pains. The warmth of a hot shower stimulates circulation, loosening joints and tissues.

– Help cleanse your pores. Blocked pores are the leading cause of spots, particularly on the face. When you have a hot shower, these are opened up, giving you the chance to wipe away any blockages when you cleanse.

Benefits of cold showers –

– Cold showers can help improve facial complexion. Cold water helps to constrict blood vessels to temporarily tighten pores and reduce redness. According to the National Sleep Foundation¹, washing your face before bed helps reduce breakouts improving your moisturiser’s efficiency and helps to prevent wrinkles. This may not be exclusive to showering but doing them together is much easier.

– May help to reduce stress levels. If you find yourself stressing about the overwhelming number of things you have to do that day, then taking a morning shower could be a great way to alleviate that feeling.

– Help improve circulation. One study has found that taking a cold shower after exercise may improve general hydration by cooling down the body. As blood travels away from the skin, blood vessels in deeper body tissues dilate. This improves circulation in the deeper tissues².

Whichever temperature you choose to take your shower in, choose the right shower system for you. With Nikken’s PiMag^® MicroJet Shower System (#1466) water passes through a filter – showering down clean, chlorine free PiMag^® water to refresh and reenergise your whole body whilst helping to reduce water-born dirt, sediments and odours.

1. https://sleep.org/articles/washing-your-face-before-bed/
2. https://journals.humankinetics.com/view/journals/ijspp/14/7/article-p1006.xml

1^st June 2020

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Ways to connect with nature inside and out…

Nature is important to everyone. Not just for recreation, but also as an escape and a way to connect to something greater.

Exercising in your local green space could offer you a number of added benefits. Not only will you connect more with nature but your body and mind will benefit from the fresh air, sunshine and the green surroundings. However, there are still plenty of ways to stay connected to nature from comfort of your own home too.

Outdoors. No matter what kind of green space it is, a courtyard outside an apartment block, your local park or garden, being outdoors will help you get your daily fix of greenery and sunlight. Just like taking your vitamins, it’s equally as important to find a few moments to pause and surround yourself with greenery or other natural scenery to restore your nervous system.

– Enjoy your lunch outside. Get your daily quota of vitamin D by eating your lunch outside.

– Practice yoga outside. On those warmer days why not take your mat outside and listen to the sound of the birds while you move.

– Practice mindfulness outside. Find a quiet spot and focus on your breath flowing in and out. If you have a few minutes to spare, try focusing on one sense at a time to see what you can hear or smell. This can help you enter a meditative state, ease some anxiety and it’s a simply good way to connect more deeply with the natural world around you.

– Take up some gardening outside. Nature is our solace and gardening is the perfect excuse to spend more time in it.

Indoors. You can still enjoy the many benefits of nature inside too.

– Play nature sounds inside your home. Natural sounds such as ocean waves or birds singing can help you relax and improve your mood.

– Grow seedling inside. A few seeds on a windowsill or nurturing a plant are a fantastic way to feel connected to nature. Whether you’re growing vegetable plants or flowers, you can watch the progress every day as the seedlings begin to sprout and grow.

– Ground yourself at home. Grounding, otherwise knows as Earthing, is becoming recognised as a powerful new way to help you on your journey to an Active Wellness Lifestyle. Try Nikken’s KenkoGround^{® 1}, an indoor portable way to reconnect with Mother Nature while indoors. The KenkoGround^® can help you make the connection to the Earth’s negative charge when you’re working at the computer, sleeping in bed, exercising or doing yoga.

– Be comfortable in your home-working environment. If you’re sitting on an office chair keep your back supported. With its soft, durable and breathable polyester cover, as well as a naturally anti-bacterial latex base, Nikken’s KenkoSeat^® is ideal for your home-office chair, not only providing comfort and support, but also helping to promote correct posture for your back. Its built-in Negative Ion Technology replicates the calming, negative ion rich environment found in forest air and near waterfalls bringing nature inside your home environment.

1. https://nikkeneurope.wordpress.com/2019/05/21/connect-with-mother-nature/

18^th May 2020

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The importance of replacing your water filters…

Keep enjoying great tasting PiMag^® water and ensure you are getting the optimal performance from your Nikken PiMag^® Water products by replacing the filters at the recommended intervals.

Water Filtration Systems come in many different forms. No matter what type of filtration system you own, you will need to replace the filter on a regular basis in order to keep your devices working smoothly and effectively.

To help standardize and rate filtration systems, manufacturers, regulators and consumers look to NSF International.¹  NSF stands for National Sanitation Foundation, an independent organisation dedicated to ensuring the quality and safety of products in the marketplace with the development of standards, testing and certification of products and systems. Nikken’s Filter specifications meet relevant NSF Standards where applicable.

Here are the recommended guidelines on how often you should replace the filters in your Nikken PiMag^® Water products:

PiMag^® Water Bottle (#13501): Real-time filtration allows Nikken’s PiMag^® Water Bottle to filter water anywhere, anytime – filtering while you drink.

Replacement Filter Cartridge (#13503) – available as a pack of two replacement filters.  The filters contain activated natural carbon and pi minerals and are made from biodegradable and recyclable polymers, so you can recycle the cartridge in your local recycling facility. Each filter lasts for an estimated 250 refills (approximately 180 liters).

The patented state-of-the-art filtration technology exceeds NSF standards for reducing particulates, chlorine, chloramine, taste and odor, cysts, lead, bacteria, VOCs, MTBE and more. With Neodymium magnets and a unique filter, the PiMag^® Water Bottle adjusts the water’s pH from 7 to 8.5.

PiMag Waterfall^® Gravity Water System (#1384): A gravity fed filtration system with a large five-liter capacity (no electricity or plumbing required) is perfect for a kitchen or counter top.

There are two different kinds of replaceable components in the Waterfall System –

Replacement Filter Cartridge (#13845) – replace every 90 days or 900 liters, whichever comes first. The cartridge contains natural activated carbon and pi minerals that increase the water pH (making it alkaline) and decrease the ORP (Oxidation Reduction Potential).

PiMag^® Mineral Stones (#13846) – release oxygen and minerals whilst regulating pH to the water and should be replaced annually.

PiMag^® MicroJet Shower System (#1466): Cleanse your skin with filtered PiMag^® Water. Designed to help neutralize chlorine while also helping to reduce water borne dirt, sediment and odours.

PiMag^® Shower Filter Cartridge (#1342) – helps condition water without chemicals and should be replaced every 3 months (usage dependent).

SAVE on the cost of your favourite Nikken PiMag^® replacement water filters when ordering on Autoship and have them delivered directly to your door automatically every month or every 3 months.

For more information on all the above products visit: http://www.nikken.com/eu/

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1. http://www.nsf.org/about-nsf/ 

4^th May 2020

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How to live more sustainably…

Sustainable living is the practice of reducing your demand on natural resources by making sure that you replace what you use to the best of your ability. Sometimes that can mean not choosing to consume a product that is made using practices that don’t promote sustainability. Other times it means changing how you do things so that you start becoming more of an active part of the cycle of life.

Regardless of whether you’ve decided to go green to help the environment, to save money, or just see how easy it is, every step you take towards a sustainable lifestyle is one that helps us all.

Living more sustainably doesn’t have to be difficult or expensive, though the environmentally friendly decisions you make can actually save you money.

Here are a few tips on HOW to live a sustainable lifestyle in your home:

1. Less electricity consumption. One of the easiest ways to be more sustainable in your daily routine is to reduce your consumption of household energy. Turn off the lights and air conditioning when you leave the room and add in dimmer switches so you can control how bright the light is. Unplug (or switch off the sockets) appliances such as the TV when not in use. These account for a significant portion of your bills and taking these steps will help lower them considerably!

2. Prepare food mindfully. Preparing food at home can help you prevent waste. When cooking at home, be mindful of how much you make and save any leftovers. Seek to reduce the amount of waste you produce and compost certain foods such as vegetables and fruit. Not only will this help create a natural fertiliser and keep your garden green, it will also reduce the amount of waste going to landfill and there will not be a build-up of methane gas.

3. Grow your own fruit and veg. Growing your own vegetables isn’t just a good way to save money, it’s also a great way to cut down your carbon footprint and be eco-friendly. Don’t have any outside space? Windowsill boxes are a great way to brighten up your view, filter the air coming into your home and offer plenty of space for herbs and small vegetable patches.

4. Curb your water consumption. Wasting water inflates your water bill, but it also has a much greater negative impact from a sustainability perspective; clean water is a precious resource in many areas. According to the Energy Saving Trust organisation, each household in the UK uses on average around 330 litres each day! ¹ Luckily, saving water is pretty simple. Run only full loads through your washing machine and dishwasher. Turn the tap off while you’re brushing your teeth. See if you can trim a couple of minutes off your typical shower, and be sensible when it comes to watering your lawn.

5. Reduce plastic consumption. Plastic never goes away. You can start cutting down on your plastic waste in a few simple steps: use reusable bags when you shop and avoid products made from or packaged in plastic whenever possible. Nikken’s bio-green PiMag^® Water Bottle is made from patented BioGreen materials. These materials enable the bottle to completely break down in landfills and compost piles into biomass that nourishes soil and biogas that can be harvested for energy use.²

Another way to reduce plastic consumption is to cut out the shop bought bottled water. Invest in a good water filtration system for your home. Nikken’s PiMag^® Waterfall Gravity System can help you and your family contribute to the wellbeing of the environment by drinking filtered water instead of pre-bottled water.

Let’s all live a more sustainable Active Wellness Lifestyle!

1. https://energysavingtrust.org.uk/home-energy-efficiency/saving-water
2. https://nikkeneurope.wordpress.com/category/pimag-water-bottle/

20^th April 2020

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