Ice-baths, otherwise known in modern terms as cold plunges are something that advertising would have us believe are very supportive for health, recovery, vitality and longevity. Let’s have a closer look however at this new trend. An ice-bath involves submerging your whole body into cold water (10-15 degrees or lower) for short periods of time. […]
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One of the most common nutritional deficiencies in the world is Iron deficiency anaemia and it affects approximately 25 percent of the population globally. This is largely due to blood loss during menstruation, Iron deficiency is more prevalent in menstruating women, but also effects women who follow calorie-restricted diets for weight loss. Iron deficiency can
How are Wrinkles formed? The origin of wrinkles is notoriously complex. Current science tells us that wrinkles appear where fault lines occur in ageing skin. This process has been compared to an old leather glove, which is made out of skin after all, that develops creases at the joints due to repetitive strain. In the
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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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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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