Recipe: Pecan Balsamic dressing
This is a luxurious salad recipe that will convert the most stubborn meat-eaters into salad lovers.
Read MoreOur Mind-Body Connection and Neuro-Linguistic Programming
The mind and body are connected, and our emotions, thoughts and memories stimulate chemical responses. While a happy memory creates a pleasant feeling, so can an unpleasant experience cause our body to replace chemicals such as serotonin, dopamine and endorphins with adrenal and cortisol hormones. By understanding how we respond unconsciously to such triggers, we can change our response for better outcomes.
Read MoreRecipe: The Real Hot Chocolate
No powders, no extra sugar, just pure chocolate melted in hot milk. This is the real deal Hot Chocolate.
Read MoreSt John’s wort (Hypericum perforatum)
St John’s wort is a common weed found in grasslands, roadsides, and pastures, recognised by bright yellow flowers. However, St John’s wort is also a remedy suitable for all ages and a well-known herb used for reduction and management of depression and anxiety.
Read MoreTypes of therapy: which one is right for you? (Part 1)
This is the first in the series of three articles, where we discuss different types of approaches that psychologists and hypnotherapists may use to help their clients in achieving their goals, and assisting them in their journey to health.
Read MoreRecipe: Blistered Shishito Peppers
Blistered shishito peppers are incredibly easy to prepare and only take 10 minutes to make. They are a perfect little pre-dinner nibble.
Read MoreExercise Guide to: Glorious Glutes
The glutes have an important role in our movement and posture, and when they're strong, they can prevent pain and injuries. Also, having defined glutes is quite aesthetically appealing, both in men and women. With a proper exercise guide and some dedication, you too can develop glorious glutes.
Read MoreRoasted vegetables and veggie stock base
Roasted vegetables and veggie stock base is a delicious and healthy meal in itself, and when planned it can also be a part of a meal prep. This means that from this one base recipe we can create several delicious dishes.
Read MoreUnderstanding Stress: The Silent Killer
Stress and different stressors, positive or negative ones, permeate nearly every moment of our lives. Certain levels of mental or physical stress create resilience, growth and development. Does this mean that stress is good? Yes, but there is a limit and that limit depends on an individual. Having too much stress and for long periods of time is what should be avoided, and this is what many of us are not able to always control successfully.
Read MoreRecipe: Lemon Cookies
Lemon cookies are easy to make, and are also a great treat without having too much sugar and flour. They’re fantastic with afternoon tea or as a little something sweet after dinner.
Read MoreThe Healthiest Diets: Plant-based Diet vs Omnivorous Diet (Part 1)
When compared to an omnivorous diet, a plant-based diet has shown to improve several important health markers, such as body mass index (BMI), cardiovascular and cognitive health, and decrease risks of cancer and diabetes. This sounds great, however, we need to look more closely into the studies to see what lies behind the term “omnivorous diet”, in order to have a better understanding when comparing these two types of diets.
Read MoreRecipe: Winter blast juice
This juice has a prominent pear and radish taste. However, daikon radish is not as strong as other radishes, and they are rich in vitamin C and a good source of prebiotic fibre, called inulin.
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