HEALTH AND
WELLNESS

Exercise and holding on to our physical strength and fitness as we age is one of the strongest predictors of healthspan and longevity. However, regular physical activity is sometimes a challenge for most of us. This can create a risky mindset where we tend to overdo and overexert ourselves to compensate for a missed session, which is why it's important to understand Zone Training and its benefits on health and injury prevention.

We are the only species that can intentionally deprive themselves of sleep. Since sleep makes up about one-quarter to one-third of our life, it is safe to say that important processes are happening in our body during that time. Good sleep keeps us healthy and functioning well and allows our body and brain to repair, restore, and be re-energised.

Coeliac disease is not something that is easy to diagnose since it can mimic other gut conditions and diseases. Also, testing is often quite invasive which is why many remain undiagnosed and are treated and have lifestyle changes for incorrect disorders.

Hypnotherapy is becoming a popular way to help with issues such as depression, weight loss, smoking cessation and different phobias. However, most people are unsure of the process involved. Today we take a look at what the therapy entails and how to best prepare for the sessions.

In individuals with diabetes, the body fails to convert glucose into energy. This causes a build-up of glucose in the bloodstream and over time certain symptoms begin to emerge, which need to be addressed immediately.