With the use of complementary medicines and therapies continuing to grow in the UK, camexpo is an essential visit for health and beauty buyers, practitioners, therapists, CAM students, and health store retailers, looking to keep up with the latest product innovations and trends.
Returning for its 11th edition next month on 5-6 October, at London’s Earls Court, with over 200 exhibiting brands – including many of the UK’s biggest CAM manufacturers, suppliers and training providers – the following is just a taste of what visitors and press representatives can expect to see at this year’s camexpo.
VMS, Nutrition & Natural Health
BioCare Limited has launched a new and improved range of supplements designed to provide support for both men and women throughout every step of life. Visit stand 1416 to discuss the new formulas with the Clinical Nutrition team and find out more about their new educational materials.
Pulsin’ Ltd (stand 2232) is launching a fantastic new vegan protein bar called Vanilla Choc Chip. This 50g bar provides 12g of protein and has the lowest natural sugar content in the Pulsin’ bar range. Pulsin’ are also launching two exciting additions to its beond organic bar range – a Blueberry bar and Apple & Cinnamon bar – to stand alongside its existing, award-winning flavours Raw Choc bar and Acai berry bar.
Look after your joints and heart with Solgar Vitamin & Herb’s new products – Solgar 7 and Folate – on stand 1616. Winner of Best New VMS Product at the Natural and Organic Awards in April, Solgar 7 reduces inflammation, helping to keep joints mobile. It contains anti-oxidants that help you stay active without strain in one easy-to-swallow vegetable capsule. Folate, the ‘body-ready’ form of folic acid, is key to overall health, especially our heart and blood. Searching for ways to include folic acid in our lifestyle is becoming increasingly popular, so let Solgar make it easy!
An oil found in New Zealand mussels could free millions of osteoarthritis sufferers from the constant, sometimes crippling pain of their condition, according to new scientific research. The oil, called PCSO-524, reduced arthritis-related pain by 89%. The oil is the active ingredient in Lyprinol, which is making its camexpo debut on stand 1223.
Lepicol (Protexin) is offering camexpo visitors the unique chance to own a piece of decorative toilet seat art and donate money to charity in the process. Visit stand 2215 to view the ornate toilet seats that will be sold for £60 each at the show, with the proceeds being split between two charities – Toilet Twinning and Events for Namuwongo.
We have been exhibiting at camexpo for over ten years now and think it’s a brilliant show. Footfall is high and the quality of conversations with practitioners makes camexpo one of our favourite exhibitions of the year,” says Lauren Lemmer from Lepicol and Bio-Kult.
Bio-Kult (Protexin) is sponsoring the ‘Autoimmune Disease in Children and Adults’ Keynote seminar hosted by Dr Natasha Campbell-McBride, on Saturday 5 October at 12:40pm. Visit the Bio-Kult team on stand 1915 after the session to pick up their new autoimmunity factsheet and meet Dr Natasha Campbell-McBride, who will be signing books and answering questions.
In response to requests from consumers for allergen free milk alternatives in convenient 250ml portions, Koko Dairy Free (stand 2228) has launched Strawberry ‘milk’ and Chocolate ‘milk’ drinks in 3x 250ml size for 2013. The products contain real cocoa powder and strawberry juice for full and natural flavours.
Slendier Organic Konjac Pasta (stand 1414) will be offering camexpo visitors their first opportunity to try the much talked about Slendier range for themselves. With 95% fewer calories than traditional pasta, not only is it gluten and fat free but there’s a host of other health benefits to boot.
Cisca Saltpipe (stand 2332) is drug free and easy to use. This Hungarian porcelain salt inhaler is designed to relieve sinus, hayfever, allergies and reduce breathlessness from asthma, COPD, and emphysema etc. There’s no need to refill as it comes with mineral salt lasting for five years. Used daily, it restores respiratory effectiveness and improves breathing.
English Wildflower Essences (stand 2734) has just launched its new Wildflower Oracle set. It includes 28 handmade, individual English Wildflower essences, with accompanying flower cards for readings, a customised wooden box, carrier bottles, and labels for personal blends. The guide book provided explains all you need to know about how to use the Wildflower Oracle.
Amber Ointment (stand IZ-E in the Innovation Zone) is now available for the first time in the UK. A natural healthcare product from Poland, it contains Baltic Amber, which has been used for centeries in Polish medicinal tradition. Organic compounds found in Baltic Amber have warming abilities, helping to loosen up muscles around the joints.
US-based Premier Research Labs, from Austin, Texas, is known internationally as the pre-eminent manufacturer of premier quality nutraceutical formulations and superfood concentrates; such as Max B, and its award winning liquid B vitamin complex. They’ll be launching a new EU range of products on stand 1432 at this year’s camexpo. Premier Research Labs will be hosting a Demo Theatre session on Saturday 5 October at 12.30pm.
We’re hugely excited to have the opportunity to begin the launch of our key products especially adapted for the European market at this year’s camexpo,” says Robert J Marshall – founder of Premier Research Labs, who’ll also be giving a Keynote on ‘Firing up energy systems in the body’ in Theatre 1 at 10.30am on Saturday 5 October.
New exhibitor Gematria will introduce StemPulse, a revolutionary new supplement featuring a powerful antioxidant-rich formula that enhances the production and mobilisation of stem cells. StemPulse strengthens the regenerative capacity of all body cells, promoting longevity. Want more energy, stronger joints and increased mental clarity? Rejuvenate your body and mind by visiting stand 2434.
Nucleotide Nutrition Ltd (stand IZ-H in the Innovation Zone) will be showing camexpo visitors how their innovative products, IntestAid IB and NuCell IM, are putting nucleotides back on the menu. They will be exhibiting the products’ new EU health claims compliant packaging and their educational brochure ‘Putting you completely in the picture about Nucleotides’.
Really Healthy Ltd (stand 2331) specialises in the functional approach to therapeutic nutritional solutions. These include immunomodulators, potent detoxifiers, antioxidants, anti-inflammatories, and phytonutrients. Highlights for 2013 include Biobran – the most effective immunomodulator available; AlphaProst and Flowease to help maintain prostate and bladder health in males and females; and Premier Research Lab’s range of products.
Leading natural vitamin nutritional supplement brand Nature’s Plus UK (stand 1631) launches AgeLoss! The AgeLoss Rejuvabolic Anti-Ageing System is a scientifically calibrated array of antioxidants that address all five major classes of free radicals. They’ll also be showcasing their Skinny Mini 48hr Juice programme, designed to leave you feeling slimmer in just a few days.
Rio Trading Company Health Ltd is now the UK distributor for Himalaya Herbal Healthcare, starting with their best-selling Liv.52 (Livercare), Cystone, and the popular Neem and Pomegranate Toothpaste. They will also be sampling Green Magma, Magma Plus, and a wide range of Rio Amazon herbal teas on stand 2121. Rio Trading Company Health will be hosting a Demo Theatre session on Saturday 5 October at 2.30pm.
San Omega (stand 2733) presents an innovative method to measure and analyse fatty acids. Their ‘self-test’ measures 26 fatty acids, including ratios such as omega-3 index, omega-6/3 ratio and trans-fat level. The measurement method is certified according to the strict quality management system DINISO15189 and supported by over 100 scientific publications.
Rubbeez (stand 2725) is a new, innovative and trusted massage cream released to the health professional market in September 2010. Rubbeez is 100% natural and made in New Zealand. It’s success as a massage medium for patient treatment is now ready for release onto the consumer market.
Songbird Naturals will be introducing its entire range in a 20g size on stand 2225. In addition to their existing waxes and balms, they’ll also be showcasing new Zest Massage Wax and Reflexology Wax.
Cambridge Nutritional Sciences (CNS) announces the launch of Coeliac Screen™ – a new rapid point-of-care test to detect the key autoantibodies associated with Coeliac Disease (stand 2115). Using just a finger-prick blood sample, results can be obtained in ten minutes, enabling practitioners to give immediate advice to clients.
Gut Dysbiosis is a significant problem across society, especially for sufferers of ME, MS, Autism and other chronic conditions. With their imbalanced stomach and/or bowel, they will never be able to absorb essential nutrients. KiB Healthcare’s KiB500 is a natural way to a balanced gut, leading to fast improvements in medical and mental functions (stand 2423a).
Water for Health will be exhibiting their innovative range of products focused on improving body acid/alkaline balance through superior hydration and nutrition on stand 1423. Their range includes Biocera alkaline water products; Omega Nutrition’s organic oils; and Vibrant Health’s ‘greens’ (such as the award-winning Green Vibrance Powder and dense superfood Maximum Vibrance).
Some scientists argue the oldest human ever to live has already been born. Sedentary behaviours, stress and dietary shifts will cause most of us to fail to meet anything like our genetic potential. Popular camexpo speaker Rob Verkerk PhD, founder of the Alliance for Natural Health International (stand 1632), will explain how and why specific ways of exercising, eating, resting and thinking can help you defy statistical averages and stay healthy and fit much longer than most think possible (Keynote Theatre 2 at 12.40pm on Saturday 5 October.
G&G Vitamin Centre will launch their unique, green food formula – Organic EssentialFood with Organic B vitamins at this year’s camexpo; available for tasting on stand 1823. Add to a morning juice or smoothie for an energy-packed organic green food formula, with organic B vitamins and only 69 calories per serving!
From the makers of Vital Greens comes Vital Kids, a formula just for kids! They’ve taken out the ‘best for oldies’ ingredients and added in lots of goodies for kids. Vital Kids (stand 2531) is an all-in-one daily multinutrient containing 56 vital ingredients to provide nutritional support during those crucial growth spurts.
Indigo Herbs is an online apothecary with 450 natural products for health and wellbeing. In response to their customers asking for advice on their health, they have created a new online CAM practitioner directory. Sign up at camexpo on stand 2623, and benefit from free advertising and a 12.5% discount on all products.
CherryActive produce a range of products chosen by health-conscious and active consumers, serious about maintaining good health and optimising their fitness training. Ongoing research suggests these products may help support healthy joints and muscles, normal uric acid levels and restorative sleep patterns. Visit stand 2312 to sample CherryActive and new products BeetActive and BlueberryActive.
Global By Nature is fast approaching its first birthday as the distribution and wholesaling parent company of Xynergy Health Products. At this year’s camexpo they’ll be showcasing plant-based protein powders from Sunwarrior; the Synergy Natural organic range of spirulina, chlorella, wheatgrass and barleygrass; and the Pure Synergy range of raw natural products. Plus, some surprise new products from the Mitchell May. Stand 2135 will also feature Comvita, creators of the amazing Olive Leaf Complex and Propolis range of products. Global By Nature will be hosting a Demo Theatre session at 4pm on Saturday 5 October.
With practitioners in mind, Hadley Wood Healthcare (stand 2415) has expanded its range of patient-orientated supplements formulated to include effective levels of key nutrients. Where possible, all products receive Vegetarian Society approval and contain high quality branded ingredients that offer enhanced purity and reassurance. The latest formulas include Calci-D-min, Veggie-D3, Organic Red Yeast Rice, and Natural Egg Shell Membrane to name just a few.
Specialist independent supplement manufacturer Igennus Healthcare Nutrition will be showcasing its recently launched synergistic co-therapy supplements VESIsorb Ubiquinol-QH; Homocysteine Control; and Neurobalance. Visit stand 1831 to find out more about its training and CPD-accredited webinar opportunities.
New exhibitor LOREM (stand 1522) will be showcasing 100% natural emu oil products that are blended with essential oils. A natural anti-inflamatory, it penetrates the stratum corneum barrier of the skin (which carriers the essential oils deeper into the body tissues), and can be used to assist with the symptoms of arthritis, back pain, sciatica, frozen shoulder, sports injuries, and skin conditions; such as eczema, psoriasis, rosacea and scars.
A.Vogel herbal remedies (stand 2311) will be showcasing three products at this year’s camexpo: Menosan Menopause Support, a unique formulation of isoflavones from fermented soy, magnesium and hibiscus to help women through all stages of the menopause; Sinuforce Nasal Spray for blocked or congested noses; and Eye Drops for the relief of dry, irritated or tired eyes.
Vivomed.com (stand 2517) will be presenting the range of Soothing Touch massage products. Soothing Touch has worked with massage therapists for the past 30 years to create the highest quality professional massage products available. The Soothing Touch range is petroleum and paraben free and uses ancient Ayurvedic blends of powerful essential oils.
Body care & Beauty
New exhibitor Weleda (stand 2537), the world’s largest manufacturer of certified natural Anthroposophical medicine and beauty products, will launch their new range of homeopathic medicines at camexpo. Registered under the new HR rules, the comprehensive range of indicated oral sprays have taken five years in development and are manufactured in the UK to biodynamic standards.
Mahi Naturals Ltd (stand 1834) will be showcasing and sampling new products from Hope’s Relief Australia’s No.1 natural dry skin range – including a Goats Milk Body Wash, Soap and Hydrating Body Lotion – plus new additions to the U Little Beauty skincare range; like its new, all-natural luxurious self tan!
Aduna (stand 1923) is an Africa-inspired health and beauty brand. Its range of products features the baobab fruit, a natural multi-vitamin that helps support energy metabolism and the immune system. Baobab is a 100% organic, nutrient-dense whole food, rich in fibre and high in antioxidants.
Essence of Morocco Ltd (stand 2432) are award-winning UK specialists in organic, natural and authentic Moroccan Argan Oil and Hammam/Spa products; inspired by ancestral beauty secrets and rituals. At this year’s camexpo, they’ll be exclusively launching a new organic prickly pear seed oil – the ultimate in anti-ageing/anti-wrinkle serums, and a new range of natural hammam/spa products.
camexpo is a great opportunity for us to meet with the professional therapist and practitioner community, and we’re looking forward to introducing our exclusive, and authentic, range of natural organic Moroccan skincare/hair care and Hammam spa products to our customers,” says Yasmine Dlia-Alaoui, director of Essence of Morocco; whose organic Moroccan Rose Nourishing Argan Oil was named a finalist in the ‘Best New Natural Beauty & Spa Product’ at the Natural and Organic Awards 2013.
Eterno Naturals (stand 4071) are inviting camexpo visitors to discover their inner beauty with a free* MyChelle skin analysis session (*T&Cs apply); a make-over with Studio 78 Paris organic make-up; and the latest Ambiance anti-ageing dry hair shampoo, which instantly refreshes and tints hair (available in 5 colours). Plus, there’s also the amazing Konjac Sponge beauty secret! Best of all, there’s 25% off the RRP on all these and more. All products are 100% natural and, wherever possible, organic.
New Seasons Natural Products (stand IZ-A in the Innovation Zone) will be launching an exciting dispersing spa range. These body and bath oils are made entirely of rich carrier and plant based oils, fragranced with 100% pure essential oils. They are available in three fragrances – Lavender & Geranium, Ylang Ylang & Mandarin, and Lemongrass & Marjoram.
Holistic Essentials is Ayurveda Pura London‘s range of organic-certified cosmetics (stand 2315). It includes a natural organic range of luxurious eye gels, which harness the power of nature to bring relief and revitalised elasticity to tired and puffy eyes. The bestselling range comes now in a handbag-sized roll-on bottle for easy application.
Therapi Honey Skincare’s highly effective organic skincare uses therapeutic honey, age-defying propolis and bioactive plant extracts. Honey is Nature’s liquid gold, a precious elixir containing the nutritious nectar and therapeutic essences of a thousand flowers in just a single drop. Up to 99% of ingredients are certified organic by the Soil Association. The Rose Otto range includes Honey Gel Cleanser; Hydrating Facial Toner; Honey Moisturiser; and Ultra Radiance Cream (stand IZ-B in the Innovation Zone).
Vulsini, the British company that introduced the pioneering hot stones in a bag – Vulsini I, and the innovative heated bamboo in a bag – Vulsini Bamboo, now launches Vulsini Mini (stand 1737). A new compact hot stones bag – ideal for spa therapists on the move – designed specifically for luxury manicures, pedicures and facials. They will also be showcasing their training courses for hot stones and warm bamboo massage amongst others, available at the London School of Complementary Health.
New to camexpo, Tropic Skincare and Makeup is launching its affordable, 100% pure plant derived, vegan, fair trade, cruelty free range! Backed by Lord Alan Sugar, and handmade in the UK by Susan Ma and her team, these effective and affordable products have hit the natural and organic industry by storm, already winning Natural Health Magazine’s Best Moisturiser Award. Visit stand 2536 to find out how to get involved as an Ambassador and earn some extra income for your practice.
Clinical Supplies
Ovantis Ltd – UK Sole Distributor of Physiospect NLS Bio-resonance devices (stand 2338), will be unveiling the new Introscan Quantum Physiotherapy device. Combined with the Physiospect-23, the very latest in NLS bio-resonance systems, these products provide the ultimate complete package of fast, non-invasive, accurate diagnosis and effective therapy.
BackJoy Europe BV’s patented sitting solution BackJoy Posture+ is unique in the way it mechanically signals the body to Sit Better™. By supporting the glute muscles and tilting the pelvis forward BackJoy relieves pressure on the tailbone and spine (stand 2524).
Therapy Essentials, the home of the UK’s market leading Affinity brand of therapy equipment, have put together a selection of generous and exciting ‘show only’ offers on some Affinity favourites for this year’s camexpo! Better still, one lucky visitor to stand 1611 will win an Affinity Comfortflex – the ultimate portable spa table!
Medica Health International Ltd (stand 1425) present Theragem. Imagine a simple to use, non-invasive therapy system that worked with natural rhythms of the human body lovingly, working in real-time, creating deep lasting change in how we think and behave, gently boosting the body’s immune system balancing and cleansing the orbiting fields around the whole body.
Fusing the most advanced principles of physics with state-of-the-art technology, Orassy Ultimate Health’s Orassy Quantum Spa offers you unprecedented insight into your life state through Quantum Integrative Medicine. Their pioneering process is a world first, which harnesses a complex of devices backed by a dedicated team of experts to help you rapidly attain Ultimate Health (stand 1732).
Education & Training
Life Practice UK Ltd & The CAM Coach, Mark Shields, are back at camexpo for 2013 (stand 1921). Since its launch last year, The CAM Coach book has gone global. Dubbed as the ‘CAM practitioners business bible’, its a motivational, and inspirational, must-read for running a successful practice. Mark Shield’s Keynote at 10.30am on Sunday 6 October in Theatre 1 will offer further insights from the book.
Expectancy has some exciting new developments to announce for 2013. They’ve re-designed their logo, plus revised their website to make it even more accessible – both for professionals seeking courses and for mums-to-be looking to find maternity therapists. Visit stand 1412 to find out about new CPD courses.
To celebrate its tenth anniversary in 2014, Myofascial Release UK (MFR UK) has launched a new Clinical Advanced Diploma in Integrated Myofascial Therapy (stand 1725). The first of its kind in the UK – bringing all aspects of myofascial treatment into one diploma – it offers therapists the opportunity to learn new skills, enhance others and develop their soft tissue practice. The MFR UK will be presenting workshops and lectures at this year’s camexpo offering a snippet of this great diploma to attendees.
I.M.U. College UK – Bioresonance Training is an international, and independent, training institution for bioenergetic holistic medicine, based on the naturopathic paradigm of body, mind and soul. The college offers professional training for UK therapists and will be offering special show only reductions on its autumn seminars from stand 2216.
Learn Buteyko (stand 2715) introduces its online training for The Classical Buteyko Method by international expert Christopher Drake. This extraordinary, well-documented training reverses 200 chronic symptoms – including asthma, anxiety, allergies, ADHD, depression, emphysema, migraine, insomnia, fatigue, diabetes, hormonal and cardio-vascular problems – improves health, and reduces requirements for medications.
Psychophonetics enables people to listen deeply to their own body and soul, engaging their individual spirit in the process of self-healing and deeper consciousness. At this year’s camexpo, Persephone College of Psychophonetics (stand 2526) will be showcasing the benefits of its new UK Psychophonetics training course for personal development, psychosophy and psychotherapy, which starts in November 2013.
The Grief Recovery Method Certification Training presents The Grief Recovery Method, which has been established in the US for over 35 years. Now available in the UK, visit stand IZ-D in the Innovation Zone at camexpo to discover how it can offer a genuine alternative to counselling and give grievers the tools that they need to recover from significant emotional loss.
Abdominal-SacralMassage.com is a powerful massage, which brings together various bodywork techniques to address common complaints; such as lower back pain, bloating, constipation, painful/irregular periods, fertility issues and emotional trauma. It works by bringing the organs within the abdominal area back into alignment, releasing pressure and strengthening the surrounding muscles and ligaments. This in turn will improve blood, nerve and lymph flow. Enjoy a taster session and learn about their new courses on stand 2234.
The JING Institute of Advanced Massage Training (stand 2313) is a revolutionary postgraduate training organisation providing master CPD courses and ground-breaking qualifications. This year, it’ll be offering a new qualification to UK therapists, the BTEC level 6 in Advanced Clinical and Sports Massage accredited by Edexcel. For the first time giving UK therapists the opportunity to train to degree level, JING has achieved great strides for the massage world.
Associations
How can practitioners demonstrate credibility? What makes the professionals stand out from the crowd? 88% of those questioned in a recent poll said that they would look for CNHC registration when choosing CAM therapists. Find out why with The Complementary & Natural Healthcare Council (CNHC) on stand 2337 at this year’s camexpo. The CNHC will also be hosting a Regulation update in Keynote Theatre 2 on Saturday 5 October at 1.45pm.
The National Counselling Society‘s voluntary register was accredited by the Professional Standards Authority under its Accredited Voluntary Register (AVR) scheme in May 2013. The scheme aims to provide assurance on the standards of voluntary registers, and is the best way to promote quality within the field of Counselling (stand 1835).
Federation of Holistic Therapists (stand 2131) is the largest professional association for complementary therapists in the UK. It has launched its new Register for Complementary Therapists, which is undergoing accreditation by the Professional Standards Authority (PSA). Visit stand 2131 to discuss what this could mean to you, and to learn about other great member benefits, like its improved FHT Member Directory.
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