Ginkgo (Ginkgo Biloba)
Ginkgo has been used in traditional natural medicine for thousands of years, but its real medicinal value has only been recognised in the last fifty years. Today, in Germany, Ginkgo is approved for the use in treatment for dementia.
Read MoreRecipe: Gluten-Free Cinnamon and Ginger Cookies
While this is a simple gluten free recipe, I would suggest replacing traditional rolled oats with steel cut oats if you have Coeliac disease, just in case to make sure that there is no cross contamination.
Read MorePsychological benefits of Yoga: what does science and research say (Part 2)
In our previous article, we talked about how yoga can be used as a form of therapy to help with mental health conditions such as ADHD, OCD, PTSD and PTSP. In this article we look more into the benefits of yoga for mood disorders and how it can positively affect cognitive abilities.
Read MoreTypes of therapies: which one is right for you? (Part 2)
Today we have several emerging therapies that have been showing promising results in a very short period of time, such as Havening, Rational Emotive Behavioural Therapy (REBT) and Rapid Transformational Therapy (RTT). Also, some of the therapies, like Primers and Self-hypnosis can be done in the comfort of your own home, and still achieve significant progress, concerning your particular situation.
Read MoreRecipe: Potato, walnut and capsicum salad
Delicious as is, or extend with sliced celery and carrots.
Read MoreMenopause: How to deal with Hot Flushes
A hot flush/flash in menopause is a sudden sensation of heat, often rising from the feet to the top of the head. While some women can experience only a mild wave of warmth, others may experience being overwhelmed and will break out in a sweat.
Read MoreRecipe: Lemon Cake
Making a cake does not need to be difficult, or do you need to worry that you’ll put all the effort in and it won’t taste good. With this Lemon Cake recipe you really can’t go wrong. With only a few ingredients, simplicity is guaranteed, while the taste… Well, you simply have to try it yourself.
Read MoreIron (for immunity support and energy production)
Iron is an important nutrient that plays a vital role in many processes. As iron deficiency is one of the most common nutrient deficiencies globally, it is important that people are aware if the foods they are consuming are rich in macro and micro nutrients, such as iron, and accordingly adjust their diet.
Read MoreRecipe: Braised fennel with carrot
The distinctive fennel flavour is subdued when combined with carrot and orange juice, which makes this a great dish even for the most picky kids.
Read MoreLife’s Unforeseen Turns: A Journey of Love, Loss, and Resilience
We all have a story, and my story has changed the direction of my life. It all began many years ago, when I met a gorgeous Cook Island man at Training College. We were both 19 at the time. We went out once with a group of others and did not see each other again for another 27 years.
Read MoreRecipe: Greek country salad
Summer is a perfect time to try new salads. Actually, every season is a perfect time to try a salad, and this recipe will make you think of Greece with your first mouthful. Enjoy!
Read MoreLogotherapy: Meaning and Avenues to Meaning-Discovery
Meaning is the primary force that draws us forward in life, but what is meaningful today may not be next week. This is why having, and knowing, your purpose in life is important, and purpose itself changes over our lifetime.
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