What is HAES: Does it promote obesity and is it healthy?
The Health At Every Size (HAES) approach might not be what you think that it is. HAES encourages exercising, learning about good nutrition and selection of whole foods, and it focuses on re-learning behaviours to support good health.
Read MoreTypes of Brain Waves — Function, benefits and frequency chart
There are 5 types of brain waves - Alpha, Beta, Gamma, Delta and Theta. They assist us with mental activity, relaxation and sleep. Today we will learn more about them and find out which ones we should increase and which brain waves we should control and decrease at certain times.
Read MoreGluten-Free Healthy Snack Ideas
If you are stuck for ideas for gluten-free snacks, worry no longer. Healthy gluten-free sweet and savory snacks can be made at home. Banana pancakes, fruit smoothies, popcorn or guacamole are fast to make with little clean-up time afterwards.
Read MoreIncrease in Anxiety: Are we “The Anxious Generation”
Anxiety among children and adolescents has been on the rise for decades and our predisposal has been widely speculated. What is fueling this generational incline and what can we learn moving forward?
Read MoreHow to stretch to stay flexible (with examples and instructions)
Stiff muscles are a “pain”. They restrict our movement and because of it we move around even less, which is the opposite of what we should be doing. It’s time to learn how with just a few simple adjustments we can stretch more effectively to relieve our muscle and joint pain and stiffness.
Read MoreRecipe: Roasted Chicken Thighs
Roasted chicken thighs paired with grapes and caramelised shallots – so delicious! Serve on a creamy pumpkin/potato mash and top with feta and rocket.
Read MoreWhat are the latest Coeliac Disease Therapies (2021)
Does science bring good news with new and developing treatments in Coeliac Disease and are we looking at a vaccine or a pill? Also, are immune-suppressing drugs still the medication of choice?
Read MoreWhat are benefits of meditation: Improve the quality of your life
Meditation reduces blood pressure and stress levels, anxiety, depression and research suggests that it can also help with irritable bowel syndrome and tension-related pain. But before we can achieve these benefits, we need to understand our behaviour patterns and how our mind works. This article reflects on some of the issues many of us are facing and how meditation might help put us back on track.
Read MoreRecipe: Piggy in the Orchard Sausage Rolls
These sausage rolls use gluten-free cream cheese pastry which gives a lovely crisp. Pork sausages can be substituted with any other good quality sausages that are gluten-free such as chorizo or chicken and fennel. Serve with a fruity chutney and watch them disappear off the plate!
Read MoreBabies and Essential Oils: Welcome to this world, Little Fellow
Essential oils are a great home remedy for babies and can help them relax, stop crying and go to sleep and stay asleep for longer. Before we start using essential oils, we need to first learn the basics.
Read MoreGluten-Free products: Are they a healthy alternative for Coeliac Disease?
Are gluten-free products and snacks healthy and good for us? Yes, they might not have gluten, but are we aware of the fillers and additives in them? Also, does "healthy" have the same meaning for the food manufacturer as it has for the consumer?
Read MoreLet’s Talk about Multiple Sclerosis (Awareness Day)
Multiple Sclerosis is an autoimmune disease that causes disruption between the brain and the body. Symptoms can vary from pain and fatigue to vision impairment, chest and bladder infections, swallowing difficulties and issues with coordination. Today we will look into more detail if the condition can be managed through nutrition, exercise and decreasing inflammation.
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