Over the years I have been observing the effects the ‘Silly Season’ has on our health. It does not makes sense to me both personally or professionally. It is supposedly a time of celebration, gathering together with friends and family –but I see more unloving actions, choices and their effects on health at this time […]
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High blood pressure or Hypertension is one of the leading causes of deaths worldwide and although this condition is manageable with medication, these pharmaceuticals can come with side-effects. On the other hand, lifestyle choices including nutrition can reverse and prevent hypertension in most cases. And a big plus is that these come with only positive
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Below is a list of health-related issues of the heart that are generally connected with ageing. It is a common belief that once we have reached a certain age that our health will start to decline, and we accept the aches, pains and loss of vitality as just a normal part of the ageing process.
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Eight of the most ultra-processed foods you might not know about. There is now more and more encouragement to eat a healthy diet to support a long and healthy life. Looking at healthier food options and reducing the intake of takeaway, fast food and alcohol might be something you might have considered already. Unfortunately, some
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When it comes to free radicals, we must apply some basic chemistry. But to keep it simple, let’s just say a free radical is an atom/molecule with an unpaired electron which makes it unstable and therefore it wants to connect with other molecules /atoms. The connection happens when it steals their electrons which causes damage
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Meat consumption is something that is a hot topic these days and there are many camps commenting on this. On one end of the spectrum there are those who promote eating only meat or lots of it, while on the other end are those that promote eating no meat or animal products at all. Nutrition
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Collagen is more than just beauty and looks. Collagen is a type of protein that’s found in our connective tissue, cartilage, bone, and tendons. Yes, it helps to keep wrinkles at bay and skin looking plump, but it also plays a critical role in supporting the health of our nails and joints. Our bodies naturally
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61% of consumers eat chocolate weekly. Consumers are choosing chocolate as a snack or an indulgent treat and there is a growing number seeking out plant-based and gluten free alternatives. The Swiss are the world’s biggest chocolate eaters, gorging on almost 9kg per capita each year. Australia and New Zealand are not far behind with
Go Bananas This yellow fruit is promoted as a superfood. Bananas are packed with fibre which makes you feel full and vitamins that support your body. Americans go bananas as they each eat more than 12kg, about 90 bananas, a year, more than the consumption of oranges and apples combined. Good as Gold? One large
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It is a common perception that we want to live longer and healthier lives. On the other hand, the world population is ageing much faster than in the past. The World Health Organization predicted that by the year of 2050 the number of people over 60 will have nearly doubled. The elder years can be
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