Our skin is much more than just a thin barrier. It is a part of our emotional, cognitive, and immune responses. A slight sensation of pain triggers a cascade of events that send signals to the brain, activating a stress response. Similarly, therapeutic touch like massage stimulates the skin in a positive way, sending signals to the brain that promote emotional and psychological well-being.

While plastics are cheap and offer versatile options to food packaging, studies show us that they also pose a significant threat to human health, such as impacting fertility, immune function, and causing obesity, cancer and development delays in children.

A very simple and a quick recipe for brownies. We added orange zest and walnuts to give more life to the dark chocolate.

Power naps and quality sleep in general show to have a significant effect on endocrine health, most specifically on growth hormone, insulin, testosterone and progesterone.

Use the coarse holes in a box grater to shred the extra firm tofu directly into a medium bowl, then add the remaining ingredients and gently stir together until combined.

Bacopa is one of the herbs that some of us used consistently before exams at university, since as students we needed all the help we could get with learning and retaining information before a big exam. In saying that, today research shows that Bacopa can also assist with ADHD symptoms, and has anxiolytic, antidepressant actions and antioxidant actions.

A simple recipe for almond-based halva, in case you prefer almonds more than the traditional semolina.

The triceps are a group of large muscles found at the back of our upper arm. Since they contribute to about two-thirds of our arm’s volume and total size, as well as having an important role in how our arm functions and operates, we need to give it proper attention when exercising.

Additional studies show that different slow breathing techniques have a positive impact on pain management, relaxation and sleep, increasing our immune system and physical performance, and managing blood sugar levels.

Vitamin A is an essential fat-soluble vitamin first found in butterfat and egg yolk. It is an important nutrient for the health of our eyes, skin and immunity. Deficiency in vitamin A can increase risk of infection, infertility and growth and development issues, as noted in research done on children in Uganda.

Blend all vinaigrette ingredients in a high-speed blender or food processor until smooth. Adjust seasoning as needed and set aside. Heat a small skillet over medium heat. Add chopped almonds and toast for 1–2 minutes, tossing occasionally to prevent burning.

In traditional medicine, ginger is highly praised for its healing properties. Today, modern medicine and research states that ginger possesses antioxidant, anti-inflammatory and analgesic activity. Therefore, it can assist with liver and respiratory health, reducing joint pain due to rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis, and can even positively impact metabolic health that might have been compromised due to obesity or diabetes.