Reading Time: 7 minutes Healthy cholesterol levels are among the potential benefits of a healthy gut microbiome. Seeing as cholesterol has a significant impact on cardiovascular disease, which is the primary cause of death worldwide, it’s worthwhile considering the value of probiotics and prebiotics as a therapeutic tool.
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Reading Time: 10 minutes Jiaogulan is a popular Chinese medicine that is traditionally used for various complaints, such as hepatitis, diabetes and cardiovascular disease. Looking at it through the lens of western science, we see it may have potential in these and more, but much more research is required to prove or disprove it.
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Reading Time: 8 minutes “20-second hugs” are purported to offer immense health benefits. There is ample evidence of the potential benefits of interpersonal touch… but the story of the 20-second hug is more nuanced.
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Reading Time: 6 minutes It’s understandable that some people have concern over the safety of the AstraZeneca vaccine in the wake of reports of blood clots. However, we need to peer a bit deeper to get a clear picture…
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Reading Time: 9 minutes According to sleep studies, many adults suffer from sleep apnoea. It’s far more serious than leaving you feeling sleepy- it significantly increases your risk of many lifestyle-related illnesses, car accidents- and mortality. Here is the fundamentals of what you can do about it.
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Reading Time: 6 minutes How well our mitochondria function has a significant impact on multiple facets of our health. While there is a natural tendency to decline, there are things you can do to help offset this…
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Reading Time: 8 minutes Without fully functional mitochondria, your cells would have trouble using oxygen to release energy from food and regulating other processes. Here we explore factors that can compromise mitochondrial function and the significant impacts it could have on your health.
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Reading Time: 9 minutes Each season brings along its own pleasures and health risks. Here we look at the impact the climatic changes of summer and winter bring, and what you can do to stay healthy.
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Reading Time: 6 minutes A high Heart Rate Variability is generally a good sign for health, although it is difficult to ascertain and is regulated by a complex network of factors. Here we look at why it is so important and how it can be enhanced.
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Reading Time: 10 minutes Telomere length can play a critical role not just in ageing, but a number of common diseases from cancer, to heart diseaase and depression. The nature of their role, and what tools we have to address it, is detailed here.
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Reading Time: 10 minutes There is mounting enthusiasm for vitamin D having a range of beneficial effects throughout the body. Here we look at the evidence and how to ensure you have adequate vitamin D.
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Reading Time: 10 minutes Alternate nostril breathing is a traditional, centuries-old yogic practice used for physical and mental balance, relieving dissatisfaction and unrest. Western science is only beginning to elucidate it’s true potential via effects on the nervous system.
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Reading Time: 10 minutes It’s claimed that deuterium depleted water is superior to plain old water, with a number of extraordinary health benefits: anti-cancer properties, enhanced cell growth and recovery, detox and metabolism, improved mood and brain function, and protection for the liver and heart. Here’s what the research says…
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