Menopause is a time of transition. For many women, it can be an examination of the life they are leaving behind and a time of freedom as family responsibilities start to decrease. Ideally, it can also be a time for a woman to focus on herself and what she wants to do and achieve in …
If you followed the most popular dietary advice in the eighties and nineties, likely, you seldom ate nuts and seeds. Their benefits were ignored and they were treated like high-calorie junk food that would blow up your waistlines. The food industry was only too happy to jump on the bandwagon, pumping out an avalanche of …
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Everyone is focused on what they eat, but what about how well they digest the food they eat? You may have a general idea of what digestive enzymes are, but have you considered the scope of their importance and the role they play for optimal overall health? What Are They and What Do They Do? …
Who would have thought that we should embrace and be comfortable with the thought of pooping? I know, I know… poop isn’t something you want to talk about! It is usually an off-putting topic and people generally feel uncomfortable and embarrassed when they have to talk about it, even with their doctor. But, the truth …
If you’re in perimenopause (that transitional time before you haven’t had a period for 12 months), then you may be experiencing hot flushes, weight gain, mood swings, sleep disturbances and other symptoms. If ever there was a time for you to start incorporating exercise into your day then this could be it. Here’s how exercise …
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During your latest supermarket visit, you probably would have noticed a large display of apple cider vinegar (ACV) and wondered what all the fuss was about. Well, on further investigation I discovered that ACV is like an inexpensive bottle of miracle liquid. Apple cider vinegar is made by fermenting the sugar from apples. This turns …
Perimenopause is considered the transitional phase on the way to menopause. It can last between 1-10 years and during these years the majority of menopause symptoms may occur such as hot flushes/flashes, irregular periods, decreased libido, mood swings, fatigue, sleeping issues and more. Once a woman has not menstruated for 12 months she is considered …
Starting your day off right can have a snowball effect on the rest of your day. It’s easy to push the snooze button on your alarm a few times and at the last minute to fall out of bed and rush out the door to make your first appointment of the day. But imagine how …
Morning Routines to Set You Up For a Beautiful, Calm Day. Read More »
Our immune systems take a battering over the course of our lives, not just as we age beyond 50, but in all sorts of situations. There are the obvious ones, such as getting an illness or an infection. Under these circumstances, we could be considered to be suffering an acute immune system overload. This means …
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Thinking of different breakfast ideas can be challenging sometimes. Unless you are doing intermittent fasting and are skipping breakfast, you will want to have a few nutrient-dense recipes on hand that will keep you full until lunchtime that do not include cereal from a box. Here are some delicious breakfast options: Smoothie Bowl with Pumpkin …
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