The Real Thing takes Social Responsibility seriously. We regularly receive feedback from our valued customers regarding our product offering and its impact on the environment. Consequently we have re-evaluated the use of secondary packaging for the Complementary Medicine range. Secondary packaging in this range is being phased out for all products except that packed into the 75 ml glass bottles and our Mega Omega Fish Oil Range (Natural and Lemon). Current batches are being packed into glass amber bottles only. For your convenience, we have added a recycling logo to remind and encourage recycling. We have also provided a link to The Glass Recycling Company. Visit their website to find a glass bank closest to you. Alternatively, many retailers have recycling facilities, so make recycling part of your shopping journey! Let us all do our part to recycle, repurpose or reuse to save our planet.
In our commitment to compliance with the relevant local regulations for Health Supplements, The Real Thing has published Patient Information Leaflets (PILs) on our website for the majority of our products and are in the process of completing these for the balance of our complementary and alternative medicines (CAMS). A brief summary follows herewith but we encourage our customers to consult their relevant healthcare practitioner prior to use of any medicines including complementary and alternative medicines. Studies have shown DHA crosses the placenta and has been found in breastmilk. DHA can be safely used during pregnancy and lactation. With regards to the rest of The Real Thing products we encourage our customers to consult their relevant healthcare practitioner prior to use of any medicines or supplements, some have been insufficiently studied for safety during pregnancy or breastfeeding, whilst some are contra-indicated due to specific active ingredients like magnesium, curcumin, or bioflavonoids.