Introduction to Osteopathy: Natural healing through...
General movement and exercise reduce the risk of mortality by nearly 30%. This means that our muscles, joints and connective tissue might get banged up every once in a while, but with many of us, that rarely happens. It’s actually the opposite because of our modern, sedentary lifestyle, where our range of motion and flexibility decreases. This is where osteopathy can assist and also potentially decrease the risk of long-term health issues.
Read MoreRecipe: Poached fish with broccoli and...
The flavours of ginger, garlic and chilli add zing to this dish. Watch the video on how to make this dish.
Read MoreVitamin B5 (Pantothenic acid)
Vitamin B5 is one of the essential nutrients and has a very important function in forming red blood cells, converting food into energy and creating stress and sex hormones. However, it doesn’t get the attention it should considering its significance. This means that if we don’t know much about vitamin B5, how will we know if we are experiencing signs and symptoms of deficiency?
Read MoreRecipe: Thai potato and prawn salad
There are a few different Thai seasonings at the supermarket so try them out to create the best flavour of your preference.
Read MoreRosemary (Salvia rosmarinus)
Rosemary, “dew of the sea,” has a long history with herbalists, dating back to ancient times where it was used as a tonic and stimulant to bring benefit to the heart, digestion, liver and mood. Rosemary is a powerful antioxidant, and its therapeutic properties are emerging for use in anxiety, depression, cognition, hair growth and cancer inhibition.
Read MoreRecipe: Gnocchi tray bake
This vegetarian gnocchi tray bake offers a unique way to cook gnocchi. It’s packed with yummy ingredients, and is oh so simple to make!
Read MoreDifferent types of sleep – which...
Many of us have been brought up with a go-getter attitude, which means that the first thing we compromise on is our sleep. This results not only in less sleep, but also shortening or skipping through different sleep stages. Today, the science and research behind sleep explains the importance of each sleep stage and the impact on our longevity and prevention of diseases.
Read MoreRecipe: Buckwheat flapjacks
If you want a versatile breakfast food try out our buckwheat flapjacks which are high in fibre and magnesium!
Read MoreDiabetes untreated (Part 2): Macrovascular diseases...
Receiving a diabetes diagnosis is a life-changing event, which places an incredible amount of stress on a person. Even more so, learning about potential health complications that can occur in case of poor diabetes management can expose a person to additional diseases and health risks, such as heart attacks, strokes and poor mental health.
Read MoreRecipe: Potato and chicken rocket salad
Quick and easy salad to accompany your dinner or to have as a light lunch. A good tip is to use waxy potatoes as they will keep their shape when cooked.
Read MoreJasmine (Jasminum grandiflorum, Officinale)
Jasmine is considered by many as the king of essential oils. With its deep floral and warm and rich scent, it creates a state of relaxation and calms the mind. To entirely immerse ourselves in its amazing smell and health-enhancing properties, we can use it in topical applications, baths and while showering, as well as during inhalation to clear our airways.
Read MoreRecipe: Smoked pumpkin with minted couscous
Using either butternut or pumpkin, this is delicious and goes well with any meat or vegetable dish.
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