Skin conditions are one of the most common reasons people visit the GP. If you get a breakout or any other skin abnormalities, the causes can be many. Possible causes include stress, hormone imbalance, contact with a harmful agent like a virus, UV rays or even genetics! Despite all these factors stacked against us, diet […]
During the holidays, most of us find ourselves in a mountain of leftover turkey, sweets and other goodies. How can we navigate all this food without overeating? When delicious food is available all the time and tempting you, how do you keep to your regular balanced diet? Check out these helpful tips that can help
Blue and purple might be rare colours in your daily diet; but by eating foods illuminated with these colours you can increase the level of antioxidants you consume and even improve your portion control. Why Blue and Purple Foods? The antioxidant power provided by blue and purple foods comes from the presence of two main
If food plays such a vital role in your individual health, it only makes sense that it becomes doubly important when you’re supporting another life. Here is the science behind what to eat to ensure health and vitality for you and your baby. What to Eat During Pregnancy You’ve probably heard the old adage that
1 in 8 British women will develop breast cancer at some time in their life and is the most common cancer in the UK. We Will Survive The good news is that 78% of women diagnosed with breast cancer will survive, and the sooner the treatment starts the better the chances of survival are. However, the treatments themselves
“If you do have the courage to speak about it, you really can make things better.” So says Prince Harry, speaking as part of a 1-minute radio message transmitted across all UK radio stations on Tuesday this week, to mark Mental Health Awareness Week (14 to 20 May 2018). Imminent groom-to-be, Prince Harry, along with
“Spilling your guts”, “gut instinct”, “listen to your gut” – the gut has long been linked to a deep decision-making process. Amazingly, these sayings are more than metaphors, as this complex organ literally does function as another ‘brain’ in the body. Recent research has found that there are more than 100 million brain cells in
Reiki (pronounced ray-key) is a Japanese word meaning ‘universal life energy’ and is a beautiful system of natural healing that can be particularly beneficial for yoga teachers. Founded by a Japanese Buddhist, Dr Mikao Usui (1865 – 1926), in the late 19th century, Reiki has evolved as a result of his research, experience and dedication. What
The Fall Equinox came and went, and now cooler temperatures and less sunlight are the reality. As we move into Autumn, these seven fruits and veggies will give your health a boost and keep colds at bay! Rutabaga Rutabaga is a type of root vegetable and a cross between a turnip and a cabbage. Some
Ayurveda is like a secret doorway that has been in front of you the entire time. It’s been guiding you, expanding you, and restricting you without you necessarily being aware of it. It constantly shows you where you need more balance and if you are listening, it shows you how to receive it. Conscious awareness
