Can Meditation be Beneficial?Some of us may exercise at least three times a week in order to keep our bodies fit and healthy, but how many of us think of training our minds in an effort to maintain our mental health, which in turn helps our physical health and happiness. In days gone by, meditation used to be thought of as a mystical practice performed by people wearing unusual clothing. Today, many top sportsmen and women, the armed forces in many countries in the world and the man in the street, all reap the benefits f...
The Importance of Getting Enough SleepAre you getting enough sleep? Getting a good night’s sleep is vital to our physical and mental wellbeing. When we are sleep deprived, we are more likely to make mistakes in the workplace and have accidents at home or on the road. We may also be uncharacteristically snappy with our friends, co-workers and family. These factors, coupled with the health problems associated with lack of sleep, can be addressed by ensuring that we get the sleep we need. Sleep and the Brain Sleep is essential fo...
Why Magnesium is ImportantMagnesium is an essential mineral which is involved in over 300 biochemical reactions in our body. Every cell in our body needs magnesium to function correctly. It is a co-factor which ensures that biochemical reactions are constantly performed by enzymes. One of magnesium’s primary functions is the assist the body in absorbing calcium which is vital for our continued wellbeing. Muscle Movement – Magnesium is essential for muscle relaxation. If the body is deficient in magnesium, we are li...
The Dangers of Insulin ResistanceInsulin is a hormone which is produced in the pancreas. It enables our bodies to use glucose (sugar) from the carbs we eat to give us energy or store the glucose for later use. Insulin resistance is what occurs when the cells in our bodies resist or ignore the signals sent out by insulin, allowing sugars to remain in our bloodstream, causing high blood sugar levels. As insulin resistance develops, so the pancreas produces more insulin to try and counteract the problem. Put simply, the panc...
Why Supplements are Essential in a Modern WorldThe world in which we live is quite different from that of our parents, grandparents and great grandparents. Farming methods have changed dramatically, producing food which is frequently full of pesticides, hormones and antibiotics. The soil in which our fruit and vegetables are grown is often depleted of nutrients. The lives we lead are stressful, and fast food is an all too frequent addition to our diet. Farming Today and our Food Modern farming methods, together with the use of pesticid...
3 Reasons Why It's Beneficial to Maintain Muscle MassMuscle mass is essential for our overall health and wellbeing and, as long as you build muscle mass carefully, there’s absolutely no downside to maintaining it. One mistake many people make is assuming that losing weight is the be-all and end-all. Remember that weight loss can often mean muscle loss which is not what you want. Prevents Injury The greater the muscle area around our bones and joints, the less likely we are to injure ourselves. A layer of muscle protects against injury w...
3 Reasons to do SquatsHave you tried this simple exercise? Squats are highly underrated. This simple form of exercise is enormously beneficial to the body; not only building muscle but also assisting the body to improve mental, physical and emotional health. Squats can be performed anywhere without the need for any special equipment. Below are just three reasons to do squats. Improving your Digestive System Squats naturally improve the flow of bodily fluids and so help in the removal of waste from the body. Deep s...
4 Reasons to Eat Leafy GreensMother, grandmothers and great grandmothers were always telling children to eat their greens; generally adding that they wouldn’t get any pudding if they didn’t. They were right to insist. Leafy greens have many health benefits… The Brain Eating greens, such as kale, spinach, watercress and cabbage, is now known to help brain function and may possibly slow the decline in the brain associated with dementia, Alzheimer’s and memory loss that often accompanies old age. Leafy greens’ high fo...
3 Simple Exercises that Can be done at HomeWe all need to exercise to keep our body and mind healthy. For some of us it may be difficult to find time to go to the gym, or perhaps we find it a little intimidating watching those toned gym bunnies ‘strut their stuff’. There are plenty of simple exercises that can be done within the home that will help to keep us fit and healthy. Planks - Strengthening our Core Do this on an exercise mat or carpet Lie face down on your mat and then rest on your lower arm, ensuring that your elbows are ...
Strengthen Your Bones and Heart with 40mcg of Vitamin KVitamin K is crucial for proper blood clotting and maintaining healthy bones. It also helps regulate calcium levels in the body, contributing to cardiovascular health. We're committed to providing you with top-quality nutritional supplements that support your journey toward optimal health and well-being. Beyond Tangy Tangerine 2.0 is more than just a source of Vitamin K – it's a complete daily supplement featuring 115 fruits and vegetables chosen for their superfood properties. ...
The Benefits of Eating Cruciferous VegetablesWhen we think of cruciferous vegetables, we generally visualise vegetables such as cabbage, cauliflower, broccoli and sprouts. However, we should add vegetables such as horseradish, watercress and mustard greens to our list of cruciferous vegetables. These powerhouses are packed full of vitamins, minerals, phytochemicals and are extremely high in fibre. Studies in the United States, the UK and Australia have shown that these humble vegetables are proving to be beneficial in staving off canc...
The Benefits of Consuming MushroomsMushrooms have been known for their medicinal properties for millennia. Rumour has it that the ancient Egyptian pharaohs considered mushrooms the food of kings and wouldn’t allow mere commoners to eat them. It’s estimated that there could be up to 2,000 types of edible mushrooms dotted around the globe but only a handful are commercially produced. Today’s supermarkets are full of mushrooms of all shapes and sizes, from your humble button mushroom to exotics ones, such as enoki, maitake and m...
The Benefits of Drinking Lemon WaterScientific evidence shows that the lemon tree has been around for over 8 million years, starting its life in the foothills of the Himalaya. The ancient Egyptians drank lemon water, believing it counteracted the effects of poison. The ancient Greeks used it for medicinal purposes and for purifying their water. It is thought that the Romans were the first to use lemons for culinary purposes. Today, lemon trees are cultivated throughout the world and mainly used in cooking. Hydration Staying ...
The Benefits of High Intensity ExerciseWe all have busy lives – work, kids, pets, parents, socialising etc. Many of us find it difficult to fit regular exercise into our daily schedule, that’s where High Intensity Internal Training – or HIIT for short – comes into its own. HIIT consists of short periods of intense exercise which you alternate with periods of lower intensity or rest. A whole workout will last between 10 to 30 minutes. A 2011 study presented at the American College of Sports Medicine Annual Meeting showed that ju...
Can Meditation be Beneficial?
Some of us may exercise at least three times a week in order to keep our bodies fit and healthy, but how many of us think of training our minds in an effort to maintain our mental health, which in turn helps our physical health and happiness. In days gone by, meditation used to be thought of as a mystical practice performed by people wearing unusual clothing. Today, many top sportsmen and women, the armed forces in many countries in the world and the man in the street, all reap the benefits f...
The Importance of Getting Enough Sleep
Are you getting enough sleep? Getting a good night’s sleep is vital to our physical and mental wellbeing. When we are sleep deprived, we are more likely to make mistakes in the workplace and have accidents at home or on the road. We may also be uncharacteristically snappy with our friends, co-workers and family. These factors, coupled with the health problems associated with lack of sleep, can be addressed by ensuring that we get the sleep we need. Sleep and the Brain Sleep is essential fo...
Why Magnesium is Important
Magnesium is an essential mineral which is involved in over 300 biochemical reactions in our body. Every cell in our body needs magnesium to function correctly. It is a co-factor which ensures that biochemical reactions are constantly performed by enzymes. One of magnesium’s primary functions is the assist the body in absorbing calcium which is vital for our continued wellbeing. Muscle Movement – Magnesium is essential for muscle relaxation. If the body is deficient in magnesium, we are li...
The Dangers of Insulin Resistance
Insulin is a hormone which is produced in the pancreas. It enables our bodies to use glucose (sugar) from the carbs we eat to give us energy or store the glucose for later use. Insulin resistance is what occurs when the cells in our bodies resist or ignore the signals sent out by insulin, allowing sugars to remain in our bloodstream, causing high blood sugar levels. As insulin resistance develops, so the pancreas produces more insulin to try and counteract the problem. Put simply, the panc...
Why Supplements are Essential in a Modern World
The world in which we live is quite different from that of our parents, grandparents and great grandparents. Farming methods have changed dramatically, producing food which is frequently full of pesticides, hormones and antibiotics. The soil in which our fruit and vegetables are grown is often depleted of nutrients. The lives we lead are stressful, and fast food is an all too frequent addition to our diet. Farming Today and our Food Modern farming methods, together with the use of pesticid...
3 Reasons Why It's Beneficial to Maintain Muscle Mass
Muscle mass is essential for our overall health and wellbeing and, as long as you build muscle mass carefully, there’s absolutely no downside to maintaining it. One mistake many people make is assuming that losing weight is the be-all and end-all. Remember that weight loss can often mean muscle loss which is not what you want. Prevents Injury The greater the muscle area around our bones and joints, the less likely we are to injure ourselves. A layer of muscle protects against injury w...
3 Reasons to do Squats
Have you tried this simple exercise? Squats are highly underrated. This simple form of exercise is enormously beneficial to the body; not only building muscle but also assisting the body to improve mental, physical and emotional health. Squats can be performed anywhere without the need for any special equipment. Below are just three reasons to do squats. Improving your Digestive System Squats naturally improve the flow of bodily fluids and so help in the removal of waste from the body. Deep s...
4 Reasons to Eat Leafy Greens
Mother, grandmothers and great grandmothers were always telling children to eat their greens; generally adding that they wouldn’t get any pudding if they didn’t. They were right to insist. Leafy greens have many health benefits… The Brain Eating greens, such as kale, spinach, watercress and cabbage, is now known to help brain function and may possibly slow the decline in the brain associated with dementia, Alzheimer’s and memory loss that often accompanies old age. Leafy greens’ high fo...
3 Simple Exercises that Can be done at Home
We all need to exercise to keep our body and mind healthy. For some of us it may be difficult to find time to go to the gym, or perhaps we find it a little intimidating watching those toned gym bunnies ‘strut their stuff’. There are plenty of simple exercises that can be done within the home that will help to keep us fit and healthy. Planks - Strengthening our Core Do this on an exercise mat or carpet Lie face down on your mat and then rest on your lower arm, ensuring that your elbows are ...
Strengthen Your Bones and Heart with 40mcg of Vitamin K
Vitamin K is crucial for proper blood clotting and maintaining healthy bones. It also helps regulate calcium levels in the body, contributing to cardiovascular health. We're committed to providing you with top-quality nutritional supplements that support your journey toward optimal health and well-being. Beyond Tangy Tangerine 2.0 is more than just a source of Vitamin K – it's a complete daily supplement featuring 115 fruits and vegetables chosen for their superfood properties. ...
The Benefits of Eating Cruciferous Vegetables
When we think of cruciferous vegetables, we generally visualise vegetables such as cabbage, cauliflower, broccoli and sprouts. However, we should add vegetables such as horseradish, watercress and mustard greens to our list of cruciferous vegetables. These powerhouses are packed full of vitamins, minerals, phytochemicals and are extremely high in fibre. Studies in the United States, the UK and Australia have shown that these humble vegetables are proving to be beneficial in staving off canc...
The Benefits of Consuming Mushrooms
Mushrooms have been known for their medicinal properties for millennia. Rumour has it that the ancient Egyptian pharaohs considered mushrooms the food of kings and wouldn’t allow mere commoners to eat them. It’s estimated that there could be up to 2,000 types of edible mushrooms dotted around the globe but only a handful are commercially produced. Today’s supermarkets are full of mushrooms of all shapes and sizes, from your humble button mushroom to exotics ones, such as enoki, maitake and m...
The Benefits of Drinking Lemon Water
Scientific evidence shows that the lemon tree has been around for over 8 million years, starting its life in the foothills of the Himalaya. The ancient Egyptians drank lemon water, believing it counteracted the effects of poison. The ancient Greeks used it for medicinal purposes and for purifying their water. It is thought that the Romans were the first to use lemons for culinary purposes. Today, lemon trees are cultivated throughout the world and mainly used in cooking. Hydration Staying ...
The Benefits of High Intensity Exercise
We all have busy lives – work, kids, pets, parents, socialising etc. Many of us find it difficult to fit regular exercise into our daily schedule, that’s where High Intensity Internal Training – or HIIT for short – comes into its own. HIIT consists of short periods of intense exercise which you alternate with periods of lower intensity or rest. A whole workout will last between 10 to 30 minutes. A 2011 study presented at the American College of Sports Medicine Annual Meeting showed that ju...
