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You should aim to get enough light. Daylight has a big impact on your sleep/wake cycle: if you’re not getting enough light, you’ll feel hungry, moody, and struggle to sleep. Get outside as often as you can. even if it’s rainy or overcast, you’ll be exposed to at least 1,000 lux. Enough to help reset … Read more
Everyone has the potential to become a Buddhist, and become able to view this ever-changing world from a place of inner calmness. Consume mindfully. Be aware of what you put into your body, be thankful for the nourishment good food provides. Consider carefully before purchasing material objects. Ask yourself if it’s really something you need. … Read more
Poor gut health doesn’t just cause problems in your digestive organs — it’s the cornerstone for many other serious diseases in the rest of the body, including diabetes, obesity, Parkinson’s disease and arthritis. It can also cause bloating and indigestion, problems with bowel movements, low mood, sleep disorder and even depression, which can also be … Read more
The microbiome is a complex ecosystem of microorganisms that live in and on your body. The human gut contains trillions upon trillions of bacteria, viruses, fungi and other microscopic life forms. These organisms help to break down food, produce vitamins and hormones, and are involved in digestion. Your microbiome also influences the way you feel … Read more
Psychobiotics is an exciting new science that could lead to radical new treatments for sufferers of obesity, irritable bowel syndrome, depression, rheumatoid arthritis and even Parkinson’s disease. So what exactly is it? Psychobiotics is a term used in research projects to refer to live bacteria that, when ingested in appropriate amounts, might offer mental health and … Read more
Is it a mask? Maybe a piece of jewellery? I dont’ know, but I just love the design. I found it on a website with “free to use” images, but there was no description or any indication what it actually was.
The sharp tang of kefir may not be to everyone’s taste, but the fermented milk drink has a growing legion of fans, as it flies off the shelves. Tesco, for example, reported a 400 per cent increase in sales in the 18 months to February this year. Kefir, available in dairy and non-dairy versions, is … Read more
A commonly neglected part of the body is the neck. It supports our head and suffers from poor desk posture. We hold tension here because the muscles can become tight if strained, or if the shoulders hike up. This causes a constant state of contraction which builds up tension. HERE’S WHAT TO DO: 1. Lie … Read more
Self-help books regularly tell us it’s possible to ‘think yourself happy’, but it appears there may be a simple hack to achieving this – and all you need is a pencil. Researchers from the University of South Australia have found that simply holding a pen or pencil in between your teeth, effectively forcing your facial … Read more
Wrists and hands are commonly neglected parts of the body. Here are some suggestions for making them stronger: “From typing and texting to press-ups, we put a lot of strain on our wrists and hands, yet rarely strengthen the muscles,” says Kira Mahal, who runs MotivatePT in London. Kira recommends these three easy exercises.: Squeeze … Read more