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Nutrition

Introduction to: The Ketogenic Diet (Part 1)

The ketogenic diet is designed to induce a metabolic state known as ketosis, where the body's primary source of energy shifts from carbohydrates to fats. Its first application was helping with epilepsy and reducing seizures. If a ketogenic diet is able to help with such a serious condition, we should wonder about the positive effects it might have on those who are already healthy.

The Future of Food

Food Additives and GRAS (Generally Recognised as Safe): what does that really mean?

Food additives that are approved for human consumption require safety analysis and regulatory approval. However, GRAS (Generally Recognised as Safe) substances are considered safe for consumption based on a history of common use in food or scientific evidence, or consensus among experts. Also, they are only tested on animals and not humans. Does this process perhaps need revising?

Nutrition

Excess intake of amino acids: Possible health risks and side-effects

Amino acids are an important part of a balanced diet. However, can eating too much of a good thing be bad? In this article we look at the health risks and side-effects of consuming more than the recommended amount of amino acids.

In the Limelight

Love your mind, body and community

Nutrition

Introduction to: The Ketogenic Diet (Part 1)

The Future of Food

Food Additives and GRAS (Generally Recognised as Safe): what does that really mean?

Nutrition

Excess intake of amino acids: Possible health risks and side-effects

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Types of therapies: which one is right for you? (Part 3)

When dealing with certain conditions, proven therapies should be considered as a foundation and a starting point. Each therapeutic approach should be carefully selected for each individual case, which is why we should also consider new therapies and methods when assisting with mental health conditions.

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Studies have shown that consistent and good sleep, where we sleep more than 7.5 hours per night has…

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Natural Medicine

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Haritaki (Chebulic myrobalan)

Haritaki is one of the three superfruits that are often used in Ayurvedic medicine, either on its own or in different formulations. Current studies suggest that Haritaki can assist with several health issues, and might also be beneficial in controlling the markers of inflammation that shorten our lifespan.

Natural Medicine

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Licorice (Glycyrrhiza glabra)

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Natural Medicine

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Ginkgo (Ginkgo Biloba)

Ginkgo has been used in traditional natural medicine for thousands of years, but its real medicinal value has…

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Nutrition

Craig Ballard 27/07/2024 6 mins

Introduction to: The Ketogenic Diet (Part 2)

For some, the ketogenic diet has shown to be helpful with managing healthy blood sugar levels and type 2 diabetes, as well as losing weight. Current studies now suggest that a ketogenic diet has neuroprotective effects, and can assist with brain health and different neurological disorders.