With 1 in 3 in the UK suffering with insomnia, and half of the Western World chronically sleep deprived, we are sleeping less than our grandparents, and more likely to develop chronic health conditions as a result. Sleep is the foundation on which good health is built. It regulates immunity, memory, metabolism and mood. It…
Do you have reactions to certain foods and wonder if you should have a food allergies and intolerances test? Can these reactions sometimes take over 24, 48 or even 72 hours to appear after you’ve been exposed to certain foods? Is it a range of symptoms like bloating, eczema, headaches, joint pain, nausea or…
It’s Shrove Tuesday and everyone around us is enjoying pancakes. If you’ve decided to indulge, be sure to check out our paleo pancakes so that way you can celebrate without worrying about gluten or dairy. And part of celebrating guilt-free is to enjoy crepes or pancakes with our healthier Nutella. Hazelnuts are a great source…
Earlier this year we opted out of sending you emails and clogging up your inbox. Instead, we referred you to our Social Media pages, which you can find in the footer of this post, to stay up to date with our wellness news and healthy recipes. However, with Christmas a week away, we wanted to…
One of the things that most people miss when they give up gluten, grains, and refined sugar is toast in the morning. Here is a quick and easy recipe for delicious grain-free, hearty bread that you can slice and freeze. Dry ingredients 1 cup almond flour or blanched ground almonds ½ cup of ground mixed…
This is one way to have a guaranteed good morning! To quote Dr Kelly Brogan, Holistic Psychiatrist, turmeric is “The most well-referenced healers of all spices, including for depression. I love this therapeutic food.” Our version of this yummy morning kickstarter takes less than 5 minutes to prep, and if you have a blender, it’s even easier. You’ll…
Lately, it seems everywhere we turn, we are faced by the conflicting messages around what constitutes as healthy behaviours. But the one thing that is undeniable is the importance of good quality and quantity sleep. As a society, we are sleeping less than our grandparents, due to our reliance on technology and being constantly “on”.…
Imagine a life where your energy levels are high, but your anxiety is low, your sleep is great, your skin is clear and your tummy is flat. If you have suffered from digestive issues, like acid reflux, colitis, diverticulitis, food allergies, peptic ulcers, or any of the symptoms under the broad term IBS, it is very likely…
The link between Anxiety and IBS is no secret. It’s probably the easiest way to understand the gut-brain connection. FOOD AND MOOD A lot of people start their days with cereal or oats or toast. But did you know that those carbohydrates are probably the least beneficial way to balance your energy and your mood…
The human brain has approximately 900 billion neurons (nerve cells). We lose an estimated 9,000 neurons daily from our early twenties. This process is accelerated by injury, stress, toxins, and inflammation. However, there is hope! Neuroplasticity allows the brain to reorganise and compensate for the loss of neurons by forming new neural connections. There is…