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5 Ways to Ward Off the Winter Blues
Apr 13, 2015
Feeling sad? It could be SAD – Seasonal Affective Disorder – a mood disorder that creeps up on long, dark days. Yes, the winter blues are a real disorder. And it affects millions of people each year. But rather than dwell in the darkness, try these...Snacks Pretending to be Healthy
Mar 30, 2015
In a perfect world, we would snack on kale chips and vegetable sticks with a handful of nuts and seeds. Actually there are some of us who do, but for a vast majority, snacking is everything beyond the produce aisle. This is where the marketing machines...5 Natural Anti Ageing Secrets to Try
Mar 27, 2015
We all want to age gracefully. But many pills, potions and lotions simply don’t deliver on their overhyped promises. So is it possible to turn to nature to delay ageing? Do natural treatments hold the key to keeping youthful and radiant as we age?Foods That Kill & Destroy Healthy Gut Bacteria
Mar 06, 2015
Your gut is largely responsible for your general health and happiness. In recent studies, scientist have discovered that gut bacteria not only influences your immune system, it also houses 80 percent of the neurotransmitter called serotonin. Serotonin...Sleep Naturally
Mar 04, 2015
In our very rushed 24/7 culture, sleep is becoming a luxury and an indulgence rather than a requirement. Spending hours at work, on the computer or just simply rushing around, by the time we get to bed, our busy minds are not always willing and able...What's Old is New
Mar 02, 2015
When it comes to nutrition, everything old seems to be new. Many foods as well as what they had to offer were once enjoyed with health in mind. However, they were later condemned and discredited and deemed unhealthy.Over the last 2 decades however, health...Raw Food and Health
Feb 20, 2015
The Raw Food Diet is based on the philosophy by some natural health practitioners that raw, uncooked food is the most healthful. The thoughts behind this are that the life forces that are found in these raw food are its enzymes, supporting healthy...Sleep and Health
Feb 20, 2015
Sleep is important for optimum health. Not only does sleep repair the body, it also refreshes the mind. During sleep, your brain remains active as it goes through different stages of sleep, repeatedly. Lack of concentration, coordination and memory...Dental Hygiene and Your Health: Tips You Need to Know
Feb 18, 2015
Did you know that the health of your teeth can impact your overall health and wellbeing? And the state of your teeth can reveal a lot about your overall health? So even if the thought of visiting the dentist fills you with dread, it could be one of...Preserved Lemons
Feb 16, 2015
Condiment, Gluten-freePreserving lemons with salt, lemon juice and a little olive oil makes them last forever and gives them the most incredible flavour. It is the skin (or peel), not the flesh that is used. Why do it? The taste is beyond words.Kickstart Your Creativity
Feb 16, 2015
If you want to be more creative, but struggle to get started, there are a few tricks to try. Here are our 5 favourite ways to get out of a funk and start creating! 1 Be Mindful New research has found that meditating and practising mindfulness activates...Sunscreen and Vitamin D
Feb 13, 2015
There has been widespread concern that the use of sunscreen may lead to a significant decrease in the levels of Vitamin D in the skin.Some facts about Vitamin D? Vitamin D is essential for healthy and strong bones; It supports a healthy immune system; UV...What is Slow Travel?
Feb 13, 2015
Remember those holidays when you’d cram as much in as possible, racing from place to place, and only really taking a breath when you got home? Thankfully those days are over. Enter slow travel, a new way to experience global roaming. But what is slow...Allergies and Your Diet
Feb 11, 2015
Hayfever can make the beauty of spring dissipate in an instant. If you are one of those that are sensitive to moulds, then the rich autumn colours are not much fun either. You’ve tried all the over-the-counter medications, always with a box of...Indulge on 'Naughty' Foods the Smart Way
Feb 09, 2015
Untouchable foods seem to lurk their beastly heads round every corner. But, are these foods health risks after all and could these untouchables be getting a bad rap under false pretences? Your diet doesn't have to consist of carrot and celery sticks...A Well Balanced Diabetic Diet
Feb 05, 2015
If you have diabetes, eating a well balance meal is essential. Eating a well balanced diet from all the food groups is important if you have type 2 diabetes. The food groups include healthy fats, grains, lean meat, fish, poultry, fruits, vegetables...To activate or not to activate?
Feb 05, 2015
Activating Nuts means that they have been soaked in water and then dried in an oven on a low temperature.The health benefits of eating a handful of a combination nuts everyday are astounding. Being nutrient dense, they are a great source of protein, fibre, copper, magnesium, potassium...Which Foods Have the Most Sodium
Feb 02, 2015
A diet high in sodium can lead to many serious health issues. These days, it is can be difficult to avoid the dreaded sodium and although it is important for your health, too much or consuming this in excess is where the problems lie.Sodium: Needed, but...Superfoods for Women
Jan 30, 2015
Calcium, iron and folic acid are some of the most important nutrients for a woman. Learn what you should be eating to stay healthy and how you can get these foods: Iron Haemoglobin is the iron containing protein found in blood cells that carries oxygen...10 Ways to Improve Your Karma
Jan 28, 2015
According to Buddhism, karma is the good or bad circumstances that arise from a previous action. So how can we do more helpful, beneficial things to ourselves and others, so that our karma improves? Here are 10 top ways to flip your karma today… 1.
