Meditation – the practice of training the mind into a state of calm and focused consciousness – is a wonderful way to boost the wellbeing of your body, mind and spirit. Anyone can enjoy the benefits of meditation; but starting the practice from scratch might...
It’s that time of year again when sniffles, sneezes and scratchy throats abound. Time to give your body’s natural defences a helping hand, with one of these easy-to-make flu-fighting drinks. These spicy tonics have great immune-boosting, detoxing and alkalising properties, to keep you fighting fit...
Yoga and meditation are health-boosting practices that balance the body and mind. What better way to encourage growing kids to develop their fitness, co-ordination and confidence? Yoga provides a fun, non-competitive environment for little ones to enjoy movement-based physical exercise; meanwhile meditation promotes a sense...
Whether you’re one of those lucky people who always seems to wake up on the right side of the bed; or someone who struggles daily with low energy and mood; there are a few key healthy habits you can put in place, which will make...
“People eat meat and think they will become as strong as an ox, forgetting that the ox eats grass.” – Pino Caruso, Italian actor & author There is a common misconception that an omnivorous diet is more “powerful” than a plant-based one; and this is simply...
Our tongue speaks volumes – without you saying a word! Did you know that the condition of your tongue is a powerful indication of your overall health and wellbeing? In traditional Chinese medicine and natropathy, the tongue is often used to assist with diagnosis. The...
WHAT IS ADRENAL FATIGUE? Your adrenal glands are responsible for your body's responses to every kind of stress; physical, emotional and psychological. These glands produce over 50 different hormones, which regulate energy production, immune function, heart rate and your ability to cope emotionally with stress and...
Hot cross buns, marshmallow eggs and lots and lots of chocolate – traditional Easter foods tend to be on the sugary side, and keeping this much-loved holiday a healthy one can be a challenge! Luckily with the growing demand for natural, healthy alternatives to ordinary...
There are so many cosmetic products out there clamouring to be "the fairest of them all", but many of them are hiding a number of ugly secrets. We unmask six hidden nasties lurking in your beauty cabinet – what they are, what makes them so...
