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Why cutting back on caffeine might good for you

Why cutting back on caffeine might good for you

It’s one thing to use caffeine in one-off situations, competing in a marathon perhaps, or to improve your concentration when sitting an important exam. But because of its impact on the acute stress response, in combination with its addictive quality, few people reserve coffee drinking for only these rare occasions. With persistent overuse, caffeine has a number of serious negative health impacts that need to be considered.

Detox for vitality

Vitality is a state of continuous wellbeing.  Being vital provides a positive, strong and energetic state of living and a feeling of total wellness. Low Vitality may appear at times signalling the need for cleansing.

The Stress Effect

Stress is often associated with negativity, however, this negativity is often linked with long term exposure.
In a normal physiological response to an incoming ‘stressor’ our body protects us by triggering the ‘fight and flight’ response so we can take action. 

Keep your kidneys happy

Keep your kidneys happy

We rarely consider our kidney health as priority, but these small organs contribute greatly to vital functions in the body and are worthy of prioritising. Kidney dysfunction may be associated with illness or contribute to the acceleration of other conditions, such as Hypertension and Type 2 diabetes.

The truth about acne, eczema and psoriasis

The truth about acne, eczema and psoriasis

It is important to realise that these skin conditions are not a problem which can be fixed by putting products on the outside of your skin. Nor should it be treated with antibiotics.

8 ways you could be damaging your gut

8 ways you could be damaging your gut

Think about this: the human gastrointestinal system is one of the most densely populated microbial communities on earth! It plays a crucial role in the functioning of the immune system, as well as the entire human body. 

Building the immune system - 5 things you can do

Made up of a network of cells, proteins, tissues, and organs, your immune system doesn’t just respond to threats—it learns, adapts, and strengthens over time. Every day, it quietly does the heavy lifting to keep you healthy.

Taking care of yourself during Christmas festivities

Christmas is often a time that we as humans, tend to indulge more. Here are some tips to avoid that Christmas hangover!

Lion's mane for brain function, memory and focus!

Whether you are a bookworm, passionate sportsperson, executive or looking to optimise your potential for a promotion, Lion's Mane is an ideal adaptogenic mushroom for those looking to support brain function, memory and focus...

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