Health & Wellbeing
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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 to brain development and genetic regulation. Yet, as research shows, deficiencies remain common worldwide, even with the widespread use of prenatal supplements.
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,…
Bulimia Nervosa: Signs, Symptoms, and How to Spot Them
Bulimia Nervosa is characterised by cycling between periods of frequent binge eating, followed by purging and compensatory behaviours…
Wellness
Find out how natural medicine and relaxation techniques can help our overall health
Mānuka (Leptospermum scoparium)
Mānuka is a plant within New Zealand, most well-known for mānuka honey. Research shows that it has many therapeutic effects including anti-inflammatory and analgesic among many others.
Cinnamon (Cinnamomum zeylanicum)
Cinnamon, a spice and also a herb, while used as a spice and flavouring agent also has anti-oxidant,…
Understanding the Nervous System: Balancing Stress and Relaxation (Part 1)
Having healthy sympathetic (SNS) and parasympathetic (PNS) branches means that our nervous system will have a better balance…
Connecting you with food
Learn more how food and nutrients can support our health and longevity
Recipe: Coconut Macaroons
These easy coconut macaroons are ready in just 30 minutes. With only three essential ingredients—desiccated coconut, castor sugar, and eggs—you can quickly whip up a batch of 20 chewy, golden delights.
History of Meat Processing and Preservation (Part 1)
Drying, smoking, salting and freezing meat at low temperatures was a traditional method to increase its shelf life…
Recipe: Feijoa, Persimmon and Fennel Crunch (V)
A light, zesty salad that pairs sweet persimmon, tangy feijoa and fennel. Assemble just before serving and sprinkle…
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