Ayurveda is a natural system of medicine & holistic wellness that originated in India over 3,000 years ago and is considered a legitimate form of medical care in that region, on par with conventional Western medicine, with practitioners requiring state-recognised training. The word Ayurveda means...
CBD has become an extremely trendy ingredient - and with good reason! This potent plant medicine has been shown to be effective against stress, anxiety, pain and more. But a lot of people are still reticent about trying products with an ingredient that is unfairly...
BET YOU DIDN’T KNOW THIS … There are 10x more bacteria in your body than there are human cells. That means you’re more bacteria than human cells! The gut has a major impact on your overall well-being and improves digestive issues, mood disorders, weight problems and the immune system! Over 70% of...
Happiness is described in scientific literature as the "presence of positive emotions and the absence of negative emotions" (Ryan & Deci, 2001). In a more broad context - well-being is thought to be made of hedonic and eudaimonic principles – these describe our sense of...
Humans have been creatures who eat to live for long enough, now we enjoy a society where many live to eat. Food has blown up as a culture of its own; smoothies, sandwiches, pies, pizzas, burgers, pasta, and a whole manner of desserts are no...
The sun is rising later, setting earlier, and it’s gotten too cold to leave the house. It’s completely understandable if you find yourself in a little bit of a funk, being cooped up at home. Let’s take a moment to talk about cabin fever and...
There are only two events that go beyond a retreat and enter into the realm of full-on wellness festivals. Set in beautiful locations and full of workshops, classes, markets and healthy eating options, these festivals are wonderfully inspiring and restorative experiences....
Recovery after exercise is essential for your muscles and tissues to repair the microtears they sustain during exercise and become stronger. Muscles need anywhere between 24 to 48 hours to repair and rebuild, but you can speed up this process by implementing these recovery strategies. ...
If you’re looking to add some extra flavour to your meal, we all know that mushrooms always do the trick. Apart from being a delicious addition to any dish, however, the humble fungi family also packs a serious wellness punch. Medicinal mushrooms are the perfect...