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Intuitive eating. It is all about listening to your body. Healthy living is not one size fits all. There is no one way of eating that we can all do to get the same results. It just doesn’t work in that way. In fact, the secret is really being able to tune in to your […]
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Stress. Cortisol, as it is more scientifically known, is released when we are feeling anxious or under pressure. It is the ultimate marker of the body’s reaction to a challenge and has both biological and physiological symptoms. A little on the physiology of stress… There are two main stress response systems in the body: the […]
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As someone who wears many hats throughout the day, my morning routine is imperative to helping me stay on track, ensure some balance and set me up for a productive day. I am a really routine-based person and somewhat of a creature of habit. I love knowing exactly where I need to be, what I […]
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Body Mass Index or BMI is a unit of measurement based on an individuals height and weight. It defines an individual’s anthropometric height and weight characteristics and classifies them into groups. If your BMI falls between 18.5 and 25, then you are considered ‘normal weight’. Anything below 18.5 is considered ‘underweight’ and anything between 25 […]
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We all know a fussy eater. Whether they are a child or an adult. Someone, for example, who despises anything green and leafy or will only eat a vegetable that falls under the umbrella of ‘potatoes’. I feel you. Hence, I write this post to help you or your fussy friend to overcome that hurdle. […]
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Tea. Its such a big part of my day. I often start my day with a Twining’s or a green and end my day with a peppermint. In fact, as I sit here writing this blog there is a teapot full of the most delicious chai rooibos blend next to me. There are so many […]
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Sleep is so important for so many different reasons. We all love it, yet many of us don’t get enough. Personally, I have a non-negotiable commitment to getting at least 8 hours of sleep every night with no exceptions! However, this doesn’t happen and on these days, I notice the difference in my energy, zest […]
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There is emerging evidence to show that certain foods affect our mood, for the better and for the worse. In practice, I always aim to support a client with food before nutraceutical supplementation. Of course, this is always in conjunction with more conventional medicine, should it be required. Food can be extremely powerful. Eating is […]
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Stuck for implements in the kitchen? None of your fruit is ripe? Went overboard with the salt? This is the post for you. Read on for some handy kitchen hacks. If you don’t have… a/an… Then use a… Garlic crusher Knife to finely dice Grater Peeler or knife to chop/dice finely Frying Pan Large saucepan […]
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Laughter draws us together is both a physical and emotional way. It triggers positive physiological changes in the body. We know it strengthens relationships, improves the way we think and feel, it helps us find greater happiness and fulfilment…but did you know it actually benefits health in a number of different ways too? Laughter helps […]