Top food to fuel your mood
Below is a good article that comes from the site of one of my course lecturers, Dr Daniel Amen. It provides a good understanding of the strong link between food and mood. There is a saying in Traditional Chinese medicine that goes, “Never eat when you are angry, upset, or in a state of emotional…
Primary food – is what you eat really that important?
Nutrition is a secondary source of energy. Primary foods, or non-food sources of nourishment, are what really fuel us. As children, we all lived on primary food. Lovers thrive on the pure bliss and peace they are experiencing, while passionate entrepreneurs are fueled by their work. The excitement and rapture of daily life can feed…
What’s the healthiest way to calm your baby?
Following the birth of our beautiful second son Jasper, I thought this article and study was quite interesting. If you are feeling stressed and need to calm down how about just jumping into your mums arms! Researchers show that human babies and mouse pups alike automatically and deeply relax when they are carried Parents know…
Fun up your food!
It’s easy to get in a diet rut, even if you’re loading up on flavorful fruits and veggies. The solution? Have plenty of spices, fresh herbs, and lemons at your cooking beck and call. “It’s amazing what a little dash of spice, sprinkle of herbs, pinch of lemon zest, or squirt of lime juice can…
You want it? Then make it happen!
Two friends are chatting about their diets. The first one says, “I want to be healthy and feel great.” The second one says, “I intend to be healthy and feel great.” Which one do you think is going to get healthy and feel great? Yep—the one who intends it. Wanting is simply wishing you can…
A 7 minute workout that really works!
I read this article written by an American doctor working in Beijing and have found it a fantastic resource for anybody who doesn’t like the gym or can’t find any free time to exercise! All it takes is 7 minutes and all you need is a chair! How about that? Read more on the science…
Mmmm…..chocolate
Chocolate is the only ingredient that is its very own food group. Well not really—but it seems as if it should be. Powerfully comforting, creamy, delicious—many people eat chocolate at least several times a week. Which begs the question… Is Chocolate Good for You? The answer is both yes and no. Chocolate has been used…
Say hello to H2O
Whether you’re heading off to spin class, boot camp, or any other exercise, it’s always important to hydrate so you can stay energized and have your best workout. Electrolyte-loaded athletic drinks, though, can be a source of unnecessary calories, so “drinking water is usually fine until you’re exercising for more than one hour,” says Newgent.…
A new year calendar for health or wealth?
Happy New Year to YOU! If you are interested in our deeper connection to “time” and how it may affect our mind, body and overall health then this article is for you. Have you ever wondered where our actual calendar system came from? Are we even celebrating the New Year on the wrong day? I’d…
Get happier with my magic formula
What makes you smile? Laugh? Go giddy with glee? For some, it’s a walk barefoot through the grass. For another, it’s a spin on a roller coaster, a solo movie date, or a perfectly ripe mango. So……..when was the last time you did something that makes you happy? If it’s been awhile, consider this: Happiness…
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