For many of us breathing is just a process of inhalation and exhalation. Most of the time we do it unconsciously, and understand that without breathing there is no life. Today, modern medicine, building on ancient traditions and practices, shows us that different forms and ways of breathing can promote health and prevent diseases.

This is a great all-round meal with fish as a bountiful source of protein and bravas parmentier potatoes, spring onion and pumpkin as a side dish.

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.

When it comes to a great Asian-style comfort food, it's hard to beat saucy Thai pork noodles, which (if you prefer) can be also made with chicken mince and gluten-free.

Ashwagandha is known as the king of Ayurvedic herbs, and for a good reason. It is a rejuvenating and adaptogenic herb, and more studies and research are now showing that it can help with anything from poor sleep and immune system, to raising levels of testosterone in men.

While the temperatures are still high, we might as well enjoy the last gasps of summer, together with New Zealand mussels, in this delicious and wholefood recipe.

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.

This vegetable and lentil curry can serve as a lunch, with brown rice added, or as a light dinner. By adding garlic and ginger, you can give it a bit more of a kick, to open up your airways.

It seems that nutrition labels on the back of food products are getting longer and more complex to understand, which leaves many of us wondering — what is really in our food? Food processing and food manufacturing have brought many areas in the world out of starvation by making food items last longer and more available. But in our modern world of convenience, have we become too reliant on semi-prepared and fully processed foods, and what long-term effects might this have on our health?

If you have found relief regarding your back pain by following the stretches and poses from the previous article, then it’s time to start with more demanding exercises that will furthermore improve the blood flow and reduce the stiffness.

If you are looking for a quick snack or a light meal, we have a fantastic way to put the tomatoes and eggplant to use.

When we talk about healthy nutrition, we often stop on topics such as fats, carbohydrates and protein. However, the real building blocks of our tissues and organs are amino acids. They have many important functions within the body and in this article we will look closely into the connection between amino acids and our immune system, digestion, mood, sleep and aging.