Too often, our thoughts tend to wander elsewhere than where we are, especially when it's time to eat! Mindful eating is becoming more and more popular in the world of food and nutrition due to its multiple benefits. This method helps you to maintain proper eating habits, and, in addition, has been ...
READ MORE +Serotonin is a naturally secreted substance that operates as a neurotransmitter to transport signals between nerve cells everywhere within your body. Often, people only associate its levels with positive changes in mood, however neurotransmitters play a vital role in the health of various other ...
READ MORE +Title: The Stress Solution Author: Dr Rangan Chatterjee Year: 2019 Publisher: Penguin Books Synopsis: A guide with simple steps on how to reduce stress levels to clear up space in your mind and life. Review: Dr Rangan Chatterjee is a NHS general practitioner, who is known for his unique, ...
READ MORE +Having a balanced and nutritious diet is important for so many reasons. A good diet can help keep your body and brain healthy as well as being good for your mental well being. In fact, research shows that there is a direct correlation between the food you eat and the moods it produces. Therefore, a ...
READ MORE +Saffron, otherwise known as ‘Kesar’ in Hindi is a prized condiment and by far the most expensive spice in the world. It is native to Southern Europe's Crocus sativus plant and renowned globally for its culinary and medicinal characteristics. Its distinct flavour comes from its innate chemical ...
READ MORE +Did you know that there are around 60 different types of basil? Also known as 'Tulsi' or 'holy basil', it's a very fragrant plant, used as a seasoning herb for numerous dishes as well as being widely known as the main ingredient for pesto sauce. Basil leaves are used to improve the flavour of ...
READ MORE +Eggs are pretty much universally enjoyed by everyone across the globe to some extent and still are an all-time favourite food. Most include them in their daily diet because as well as being easy and convenient, they house so many benefits. Let's crack on (no pun intended) with these Top 5 Health ...
READ MORE +Title: Pretty Happy - Healthy Ways to Love Your Body Author: Kate Hudson Year: 2016 Publisher: Harper Collins Synopsis: Actress Kate Hudson’s debut book "Pretty Happy" aims to inspire people to ignore the aspiration of being perfect and to be happy and comfortable in their own bodies. ...
READ MORE +We’re always seeing endless amounts of information and news stories about how sugar is making the nation obese, but how can we actually try to stop it? With snacks like cookies, chocolate and brownies everywhere we turn it can prove difficult not to give into the sweet temptation! Well look no ...
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