Yvana van den Hork
Rank: Senior Editor
Position: Director
Yvana holds an MSc degree in Toxicology and Biology of the Wageningen University. She graduated in 1992. She travelled around the world and holds the record for the only woman finishing the The 100 Cols Tour solo without any external help. In 2005 she founded Pasio Ingredients, a sole proprietary ship  that was inspired by her then boyfriend Anthony who started importing and selling dietary supplements back in the late 90s and pioneering the iconic Jarrow Formulas brand as well as OSMO nutrition out of California USA.
Health problems caused by mould in your home: detecting and preventing mould disease
14-11-2022

Health problems caused by mould in your home: detecting and preventing mould disease

Health problems due to mould in your home Just like for most of you, the email from our energy company with the upcoming yearly price increase felt like a virtual cold shower. Our energy costs easily doubled to an amount far higher than our monthly...

Why postbiotics can improve your health: definition, benefits and side-effects
31-10-2022

Why postbiotics can improve your health: definition, benefits and side-effects

Why postbiotics can improve your health: definition, benefits and side-effects Last year we encountered an interesting product released by NOW , which is called EpiCor Immunity. Sadly it didn't really catch the attention of our customer base. However,...

Everything you need to know about B-vitamins
17-10-2022

Everything you need to know about B-vitamins

Everything you need to know about B-vitamins A few months ago I came across a really nice YouTube channel of the Dutch former professional cyclist Laurens ten Dam called " Live Slow, Ride Fast ", in which cyclists are given tips to get better at...

Magnesium: why is it important and which type is best for your health?
02-10-2022

Magnesium: why is it important and which type is best for your health?

Magnesium: why is it important and which type is best for your health? Magnesium is among the supplements me and my partner have been taken for the longest time, apart from vitamin D and a multi. While changes from taking a multivitamin are too subtle...

Glucosamine: not just for better joint health, but also a proven longevity drug!
19-09-2022

Glucosamine: not just for better joint health, but also a proven longevity drug!

Glucosamine: not just for better joint health, but also a proven longevity drug! From all of the supplements which support joint health, glucosamine is probably the best known among them. Yet, while it works wonders for a majority of people, a minority...

Forest Bathing: how a Japanese tradition of spending more time with trees can help you find health and happiness
05-09-2022

Forest Bathing: how a Japanese tradition of spending more time with trees can help you find health and happiness

Forest Bathing: how a Japanese tradition of spending more time with trees can help you find health and happiness I don't know about you, but each time September arrives, I'm struck with a feeling of melancholy when saying goodbye to the summer. While...

Nuclear danger and iodine: why are emergency tablets with potassium iodide needed and what is the role of iodine for our health?
22-08-2022

Nuclear danger and iodine: why are emergency tablets with potassium iodide needed and what is the role of iodine for our health?

Nuclear danger and iodine: why are emergency tablets with potassium iodide needed and what is the role of iodine for our health? One of the perks of the internet is an ability to make friends from all over the world. One of those friends is a young mom...

Is beer healthy: yes, but alcohol-free beer is healthier. On health benefits of beer and effects on our microbiome.
08-08-2022

Is beer healthy: yes, but alcohol-free beer is healthier. On health benefits of beer and effects on our microbiome.

Is beer healthy: yes, but alcohol-free beer is healthier. On health benefits of beer and effects on our microbiome. Beer has undoubtedly been one of the most popular alcoholic beverages for centuries if not thousands of years. Particularly in the...