Health & Wellbeing
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Neurotransmitters: Types, Function and Importance (Part 1)
Neurotransmitters are essential for all functions of the nervous system, regulating everything from breathing and heartbeat to complex cognitive processes like learning, mood, and memory.
Most common nutritional deficiencies during pregnancy (Part 1)
Iron, vitamin D, choline, and folate each play irreplaceable roles in pregnancy, from oxygen transport and bone health…
Arthritis and Exercise: The importance of movement
Arthritis refers to more than 100 different conditions that affect the joints, causing varying levels of joint damage,…
Wellness
Find out how natural medicine and relaxation techniques can help our overall health
What Are the Health Benefits of Acupuncture? (Part 1)
The analgesia (pain killer) effect of acupuncture has been widely explored since the 1970s. Today the studies have shown that acupuncture reduces pain and stress, improves the quality of sleep and balances hormone production.
Mānuka (Leptospermum scoparium)
Mānuka is a plant within New Zealand, most well-known for mānuka honey. Research shows that it has many…
Cinnamon (Cinnamomum zeylanicum)
Cinnamon, a spice and also a herb, while used as a spice and flavouring agent also has anti-oxidant,…
Connecting you with food
Learn more how food and nutrients can support our health and longevity
Recipe: Tiramisu Cupcakes
Take your favorite Italian dessert and transform it into a perfectly portioned treat with these decadent Tiramisu Cupcakes! Ready in about an hour, this recipe yields 6 to 8 incredibly moist chocolate cakes that are infused with the classic flavors of coffee and cream.
Recipe: Osso Bucco
This classic recipe calls for slow-braising the meat for up to two hours in a rich, savory sauce…
Recipe: Iced Chocolate Wine
A rich and refreshing chocolate wine made with Maury red wine, milk chocolate, and a splash of vinegar…
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