What Is Chromium? Chromium is a trace mineral element (essential in tiny quantities) necessary for the proper functioning of insulin: the hormone that regulates glucose metabolism in the cells. Whenever carbohydrates are consumed, the pancreas releases insulin, which...
Can you imagine being a fifteen-year-old but your brain acting as though you were 70 years old? That’s what some foods can do to you. A Christchurch teenager experimented to find out the effects of food on his school work. For two days he ate only junk food - Coco...
Let Food Be Thy Medicine, and Medicine Be Thy Food Nearly 2500 years ago, Greek physician Hippocrates, the “father of medicine”, recognised the simple importance of food and drink to our human health. In modern times, however, this age-old wisdom of the health...
This is a very common condition that affects many of us to our dismay. Cellulite is used to describe the dimpled appearance of the skin caused by fat deposits that are just below the surface. It is found in slim people as well as overweight individuals....
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We can grow herbs so easily on balconies and in our gardens among our flowers. They offer so much goodness and flavour to our foods and are cheap enough to provide a sufficient level of health and wellness to even the poorest of families. Herbs serve a range of...
Gluten Intolerance, especially Coeliac Disease, is a common health issue that can result in a variety of adverse symptoms if not managed accordingly. As it is a hereditary condition, as well as one that can be developed with age, it is important to be aware of its...
So many people these days are trying to protect their health, and often there is a stampede to the chemists and health food stores to buy whatever has been suggested by their best friend or family. What is not realised is that not all supplements work well with each...
Making sure our bodies are provided all the essential vitamins and minerals is vital to a strong immune system, maintaining metabolic processes, keeping our bones, skin and red blood cells healthy, and lots more. It’s a good idea to be mindful of which vitamins you’re...
Ginger has been used for centuries in both Ayurvedic and Traditional Chinese Herbalism. Now, more than ever is a good time to start introducing ginger tea into your daily routine - not only does it help poor circulation but is beneficial to digestion and the...