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There are many natural remedies that can support us through colds and flu as well as with inflammation and headaches. Natural remedies can be very effective without unpleasant side effects....
Stress, poor sleep, nutritional deficiencies, environmental factors and genetics all play a role in our mental health, but gloomy weather can have a negative impact on our mood....
Winter fruits are high in Vitamin C, antioxidants and other nutrients which nourish and protect our immune systems over the colder months....
Neurotransmitters are chemical messengers that play a vital role in numerous functions in the nervous system and body....
Rheumatoid Arthritis is an autoimmune disease that attacks the healthy tissue of the joints but it can also have health consequences in other organs and systems in the body....
The immune system is designed to protect our bodies, but when it mistakenly attacks our own cells and tissues we can develop autoimmune diseases....
October is Breast Cancer Awareness month and since breast health is an integral part of women's health it should not be neglected....
Crash diets weaken the immune system and put pressure on the heart and other organs and systems in the body, but healthy weight loss keeps the body well is is more likely to be maintained if it becomes a lifestyle rather than a diet....
Stress can have a direct impact on how our immune systems cope with viral, bacterial, and other infections. Managing stress is vital for a stronger immune system....
The lymphatic system is made up of vessels, lymph ducts, lymph glands, and organs such as the tonsils, thymus gland and spleen and plays a vital role in the immune response....
Clean eating ensures that we consume nutrient rich foods which improve our health to reflect in healthy glowing skin and hair...
Common plant-based diet deficiencies
Jul 30, 2021
Plant-based diets carry many health benefits, but it is important to ensure that all your nutritional needs are met, especially when you are avoiding significant food groups...
Viruses and bacteria cause colds, not cold weather, however cold weather can reduce immune function in some individuals making them more susceptible to catching a cold or flu....
Testing the status of our health is vital. We have various options available so it's not necessary to wait until symptoms appear....
As with all our other organs, our eyes degenerate as a natural consequence of ageing so it's important to take care of them to keep them as healthy as possible....
Our bodies should be able to maintain their levels of acidity and alkalinity naturally...
Methylation is a biochemical process involved in many important functions in the body...
B Vitamins are water soluble, which means they dissolve in water and can't be stored in the body....
Omega 3 Oils are anti-inflammatory, whereas in high doses, Omega 6 Oils can be pro-inflammatory....
A healthy lifestyle gives your body the best chance of being able to fight off immune insults....
It's important to consider what we are filling our minds with because our mental health can have a profound impact on our physical health....
Sugar is highly addictive and studies have shown that it has the same effect on the brain as cocaine because it impacts the same reward systems in the brain....
With the onset of winter and lots of bugs in the air, your immune system has to work extra hard to fight off germs and keep you healthy. Here are some tips to help:...
Many people experience more than one of these stressful events at a time, which increases the risk for stress related diseases like heart disease, depression or anxiety as well as increased susceptibility to infectious diseases even ...
Have you over-indulged over the holidays? Are you suffering from fatigue, bloating, excess weight, feeling low, skin conditions, PMT, bad breath, etc? Would you like to clean up your system and feel full of energy? Then you would ...
“This Skinny Raspberry Frozen Yogurt is so easy to make and you would never guess that it was low-calorie and sweetened with only honey.”...
“This Cherry Coconut Smoothie probably isn’t filling enough for breakfast, but it makes a great snack when you need that 2:00 pick me up. Only 115 calories a serving, this Cherry Coconut Smoothie will help to curb your sweet cravings ...
These pretty kiwi fruit ice blocks are great as a healthy snack or to cool off on at hot summer’s day. They only take 10 minutes to make and require very few ingredients....
“Watermelon, Blackberry, and Mint Salad-this simple and beautiful fruit salad is refreshing and perfect for any hot summer day!”...
“Now you can skip the ice cream maker, skip the added sugar and spend five minutes food processing your way to the easiest, creamiest homemade frozen yogurt to ever cross your lips.”...
“Blueberries, leafy greens, almond butter, cinnamon, cayenne and even the Maca powder (optional) offer anti-inflammatory qualities so you are ready for anything with this one!”...
Citrullus lanatus is a plant species in the family Cucurbitaceae, a vine-like flowering plant originally from West Africa. It is cultivated for its fruit....
A cherry is the fruit of many plants of the genus Prunus, and is a fleshy drupe. The cherry fruits of commerce are usually obtained from a limited number of species such as cultivars of the sweet cherry, Prunus avium....
The kiwifruit or Chinese gooseberry is the edible berry of a woody vine in the genus Actinidia. The most common cultivar group of kiwifruit is oval, about the size of a large hen’s egg....
The garden strawberry is a widely grown hybrid species of the genus Fragaria. It is cultivated worldwide for its fruit. The fruit is widely appreciated for its characteristic aroma, bright red color, juicy texture, and sweetness....
The raspberry is the edible fruit of a multitude of plant species in the genus Rubus of the rose family, most of which are in the subgenus Idaeobatus; the name also applies to these plants themselves. Raspberries are perennial with ...
Blueberries are perennial flowering plants with indigo-colored berries from the section Cyanococcus within the genus Vaccinium. Species in the section Cyanococcus are the most common fruits sold as “blueberries” and are native to North ...
Even in sunny South Africa, more and more people are deficient in Vitamin D. This is due to the fact that people wear sunscreen to prevent sun damage from harmful UV rays and also because we spend more time indoors, working or playing ...
The blackberry is an edible fruit produced by many species in the Rubus genus in the Rosaceae family, hybrids among these species within the Rubus subgenus, and hybrids between the Rubus and Idaeobatus subgenera....
Clean eating is not a quick fix, but rather a long-term solution. When you start thinking about your health in the long-term, it enables you to break it up into achievable steps that will ensure that you achieve more success in ...