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Why am I still tired? Part 3
Regular exercise boosts our energy levels so it goes without saying that too little physical activity can make us feel tired.
Why am I still tired? Part 2
Our bodies rely on certain nutrients to produce energy so if we aren't getting enough of these nutrients we can experience symptoms of fatigue.
Why am I still tired? Part 1
Many of us get enough sleep, but still feel tired. Here are some reasons that could be contributing to the problem.
The Health Benefits of Sleep – Part 2
Healthy sleep is important for cognitive function as well as for healthy social interactions and improved physical performance.
The Health Benefits of Sleep – Part 1
Sleep plays a fundamental role in many aspects of our wellbeing so it is important to ensure that we are getting the best quality sleep that we can.
Factors that influence Emotional Eating
Lifestyle factors and hormonal conditions can disrupt our hormones and influence emotional eating behaviours.
Hormonal imbalances and Emotional Eating
Emotional eating happens when we eat in response to emotional cues rather than physical hunger. An imbalance in some of our hormones may exacerbate these tendencies.
Winter Vegetables
Winter vegetables are rich in nutrients that help to support our immune systems and keep our bodies healthy throughout the colder season
Benefits of eating seasonal fruits and veg
Seasonal produce has a higher nutritional value and can be more beneficial to our health than non-seasonal produce
Why we crave unhealthy foods
There are many reasons we crave unhealthy foods. There can be biological, physiological and/or environmental factors underlying our cravings
Proper Winter Hydration
Proper hydration is just as important in the winter months as it is in the summer months.
Iron
Iron is an essential element that is needed for the production of blood as well as for proper immune function and the synthesis of collagen, some neurotransmitters and hormones.
Heart Rhythm – Part 3
This podcast is a continuation of last weeks discussion on how diet and lifestyle can play a significant role in managing and
Heart Rhythm – Part 2
Diet can play a significant role in managing and potentially improving heart rhythm problems.
Heart Rhythm
Our heart rhythm is a crucial indicator of how efficiently our blood is being pumped throughout our bodies and of how well our hearts are functioning.
Proper breathing for good health – part 2
This podcasts addresses some of the benefits of proper diaphragmatic breathing.
Sick Building Syndrome
A building's indoor environment can have a negative influence our health. Sick building syndrome can be linked to several health conditions.
Why Stress makes us fat
Through several interconnected mechanisms, stress can have a significant impact on how and where our body stores fat.
Proper breathing for good health – part 1
Deep breathing is not only beneficial for our physical health, it also benefits our mental and emitional wellbeing
Blood
Blood is essential to life. Providing our bodies with the right nutrients is important for the health of our blood.