The use of food additives is rising with increasing use of processed foods. Food additives can be natural (derived from plants or animals) or synthetic (made from chemical substances or enzymes).

How often do you have low back pain, or tension in your neck and shoulders? As we get older, we move less and sit more. Daily stretching, even for a few minutes, is key to remaining mobile and flexible.

The analgesia (pain killer) effect of acupuncture has been widely explored since the 1970s. Today the studies have shown that acupuncture reduces pain and stress, improves the quality of sleep and balances hormone production.

Neurotransmitters are essential for all functions of the nervous system, regulating everything from breathing and heartbeat to complex cognitive processes like learning, mood, and memory.

Iron, vitamin D, choline, and folate each play irreplaceable roles in pregnancy, from oxygen transport and bone health to brain development and genetic regulation. Yet, as research shows, deficiencies remain common worldwide, even with the widespread use of prenatal supplements.

Drying, smoking, salting and freezing meat at low temperatures was a traditional method to increase its shelf life and quality. Today, there is more focus on new technologies such as high pressure processing, irradiation, sonication, cold plasma and others.

Arthritis refers to more than 100 different conditions that affect the joints, causing varying levels of joint damage, restricted movement, and pain.

Like any other muscle, triceps and their connective tissues lead to overuse injuries. Smaller muscle groups with one joint function, including the triceps, are more prone to these issues as they are used in the majority of movement patterns.

Tech neck describes the strain and microtrauma sustained from forward head posture during the frequent use of smartphones, tablets, and other portable devices.

Mānuka is a plant within New Zealand, most well-known for mānuka honey. Research shows that it has many therapeutic effects including anti-inflammatory and analgesic among many others.

We mostly look at fibre if it’s soluble or insoluble, however, its viscosity and fermentability also play a role. Fibre has several functions, including supporting bowel movements, adding bulk to the stool, and preventing constipation.

Sarcopenia is the muscle loss that we experience as we age. This decline is inevitable. However, we can slow down the muscle loss or even reverse it by doing strength training. Because sarcopenia affects multiple aspects of our health, it’s important to keep up with our strength.