What Happens To Your Body If You Don’t Get Enough Sleep
Sleep has long been a bit of a mystery; what happens to our bodies when we sleep, how sleep occurs and even why we sleep aren’t fully understood. The effects of not enough sleep however are quite apparent, with even the smallest disruptions to our slumber resulting in loss of concentration, diminished reaction times, inability […]
How to Fall Asleep, Stay Asleep and Wake Refreshed with These 5 Foods
While we’re always reminded of the foods not to eat to avoid being awake all night, like caffeinated drinks, sugary sweets and chocolate, there are a range of foods which can actually help us fall asleep and stay asleep for longer. Rich in a range of vitamins and minerals, these foods will not only boost […]
5 Must-Dos For A Good Night’s Sleep
If you’re like almost half of Australians, the stress of your daily life, an overexposure to technology and a less-than-ideal diet can see you struggle to fall asleep at night. Sleep isn’t a lost cause however, with these five simple, pre-bedtime rituals which can see you snuggled up in bed, dreaming peacefully in no time. […]
How to Wake up Feeling Refreshed
Sleep is vital to our health and wellbeing. Without the right amount of consistent, quality sleep, the human body is unable to perform to its optimal level. Unfortunately, a lack of quality sleep is all too common a problem in Australia with studies showing nearly 50% of adults experience inadequate duration and depth of sleep. […]
5 Ways to Boost your Immune System
Today, the concept of boosting immunity is becoming a topic of discussion in online forums, school debates and social gatherings, with many people showing concern on how to improve their health and well-being. The immune system is the determinant of our overall health and fitness. This means that we are less likely to become sick […]
Best vitamins for healthy, glowing skin
Our lifestyles, mainly what we eat, play a vital role in skin care, and glowing skin is one of the indicators that your body is getting all the essential nutrients. Vitamins are especially crucial for a youthful and beautiful glow, and knowing which of these nutrients has the most impact on your skin health can […]
Is vitamin D deficiency putting your health at risk?
Vitamin D is essential for calcium absorption which promotes healthy bones. Other roles for vitamin D are modulation of cell growth, neuromuscular and immune function, and reduction of inflammation. Vitamin D is one of four fat-soluble vitamins. It is available from two natural sources, primarily from exposure to sunlight and also from a limited range […]
How to Help Your Family Stay Healthy this Winter a Healthy Immune System
There’s snuggling up all cosily on the couch to watch Harry Potter for the hundredth time, toasting marshmallows over a “campfire” on the hearth, and seeing just how cute your little ones look rugged up in their winter coats and beanies. Plus, because the nights are longer, they’re more likely to sleep late… which means you get to enjoy a sleep-in too.
When is a sneeze more than a sneeze? When it provokes incontinence
We all do it many times a year. Whether it’s because we’ve got a cold, an allergy or our noses are irritated, sneezing is just another way to clear the membranes. They’re annoying, and usually a symptom of general unwellness, but after all, a sneeze is a sneeze, isn’t it? No harm done? That is […]
3 reasons why magnesium is key to a healthy lifestyle
Magnesium is one of the most commonly found chemical compounds in the universe – but its use as a key health supplement still remains relatively unknown by many in the western world. For hundreds of years, particularly in Chinese herbal medicine, magnesium has been used as an all-round health aid – due to its unique […]
