Exercise isn’t just about building muscles or improving cardiovascular health—it also plays a significant role in our mental wellbeing by influencing neurochemicals that enhance mood, reduce stress, and sharpen cognitive function. Different types of exercise stimulate...
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Understanding NAFLD: What It Is and How to Avoid It
Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD) is a growing health concern globally. Affecting nearly a quarter of the world’s population, it’s a condition where fat accumulates in the liver of individuals who consume little to no alcohol. If left unchecked, NAFLD can...
The Benefits of Keeping a Food Diary
In today's fast-paced world, maintaining a balanced diet can be challenging. Between busy work schedules, family commitments, and the convenience of fast food, it's easy to lose track of what we're eating. This is where a food diary comes into play. Keeping a food...
Sweat – why do we do it and what’s normal?
This one comes inspired from a Les Mills article I read and found interesting. For some it's a badge of honour and for others something to stay away from for fear of embarrassment. There’s nothing abnormal about sweat. It’s a fundamental bodily function that provides...
Creating the Best Daily Routines for Health and Productivity
Establishing an effective daily routine can significantly enhance your health and productivity. A well-structured day helps you manage time better, reduce stress, and accomplish more. Here are some essential elements to consider when crafting your ideal daily routine:...
Four possible C’s of wellbeing: the search for seratonin
In today's fast-paced and stressful world, many people struggle with low serotonin levels, which can lead to mood disorders, anxiety, and depression. But what causes this decline in serotonin, and what can be done to boost it? Let's explore the reasons behind low...
Embracing Wellness into the cooler months
We're not there yet but it's not far away and so I was curious as to whether it really is the temperature that affects the levels of bugs flying around or if there was more to it than that. Here's what I found... Colds, flus and other respiratory illnesses are more...
Unraveling the Mysteries of Persistent Hunger and Fatigue: Exploring the Science Behind Our Constant Cravings
I recently over heard a mate say, "I'm absolutely knackered." Followed by, "Always am" I thought to myself, I only know a little about his life so cannot possibly know what is causing this tiredness but it made me go looking and dig out the studies I have worked on...
High protein brownie recipe
High protein brownie - yum yum! There are times when digging into an indulgent chocolate brownie is 100 percent worth it, whether it’s your birthday, the annual holiday party, or some other special occasion. But when the craving (that's another discussion!) for...
The importance of Vitamin D, especially NOW!
As the cooler months arrive in the southern hemisphere we are susceptible to a drop in vitamin D levels. If we're not ingesting enough vitamin D source food, and with sunshine hours decreasing the chances of this happening are much higher. Even if the sun is out, if...

