Relaxation and de-stressing techniques are often touted as methods for our mind and body to achieve balance. Here is where beginners often question the efficacy of meditation, yoga and other practices. That is why today, we will approach Autogenic Training from a scientific perspective and see what the data and research says about this desensitization – relaxation technique first reported in practice back in 1926.

Intermittent fasting – the trendiest diet search term on Google in 2019 – is currently one of the world’s most popular diet plans. As there have been many diet trends that come and go, we may question the hype behind intermittent fasting claiming to be the best diet hack. So, is this trendy diet Fad or Fact? Let’s find out what the science says about intermittent fasting.

When starting anything new, it’s important to have clear foundations and basic understanding. With Neuro-Linguistic Programming, the best start would involve signing up for a course and having your own coach. But before you do that, let’s learn more about some of the key methods and techniques, and see which ones might work best for you.

A journey of recovery from a traumatic event can look different for everyone, but regardless of the time it takes, there are key stages of recovery we tend to go through to get back on our feet. Let’s explore and see how we can navigate our way back to enjoying life.

Eating disorders are often misunderstood by some medical professionals as well as the general public. Eating disorders not only affect the body but have detrimental effects on mental health as well. Current statistics on eating disorders in New Zealand and worldwide indicate that eating disorders are on the rise and as an illness, many are facing it right now.

Have you ever wondered if having a drink after your game or a gym session affects your recovery? Or if you could get away with having a cheeky drink before, or even during, physical activity? It’s time to find out.

With a negative stigma behind fat, it is important to understand the need for fat that our body has in order to function properly. Differentiating between the types of fats can help us improve our cognitive function and health. Also, we need to understand which types of fat our brain prefers in order to delay aging and cognitive decline.

Mushrooms and fungi, due to their singular position in the tree of life and their various components, have a great potential for health-promoting functions. Currently only 150,000 different types of fungi have been classified, which is less than 10% of all species. This means that the research about fungi and mushrooms’ potential health benefits has only begun.

Sugar has become a staple in our diet. It is important to understand the uses of carbohydrates and sugar in the body, and also the health risks. Learn more about carbohydrates, the effects of sugar on our brain and some alternative options to sugar.

Has it been months now that you are having constant body pain, brain fog and fatigue? Even your digestion seems to be suffering. The pain, stiffness and tenderness that you are experiencing are similar to quite a few other conditions and you are not sure what to do. Perhaps, you might be suffering from Fibromyalgia.

Nutritionists are now using Intuitive Eating to break the cycle of chronic dieting. It is important to understand that Intuitive Eating is not (another) diet. Learn what that means, how it works and the approach to health and food.

Can we learn how to relax in a better, faster and more efficient way? The answer is Yes. With daily practice of Autogenic Training, we can become calmer and less stressed, and achieve many other health benefits.