Since the introduction of streaming companies, such as Netflix and Stan, the era of scheduled programming has seemingly come to an end. Everyone can watch the content they like when they like. This unprecedented access has introduced a new viewing style: Binge Watching.
There are fixed, heritable genes (such as skin and eye colour) and there are genes that can be influenced daily according to our lifestyle. These genes are continually directing the production of proteins that control how your body functions at every second of the day. Genes turn on or off (sometimes at a rapid rate) […]
Setting smaller, shorter terms goals is a great way to keep our momentum going. This is because our brains are wired to seek pleasure from short term success, rather than a goal that seems an eternity away.
Sleep plays a vital role in good health and well-being throughout your life. Getting enough quality sleep at the right times can help protect your mental health, physical health, quality of life, and safety. The way you feel while you’re awake depends in part on what happens while you’re sleeping. During sleep, your body is […]
Spring is when we see a flurry of fun runs and walks of short and long distances take-place around the country and if you’ve ever watched a Fun Run you’ll have noticed the buzz, the pride and yes – sense of well-earned celebration as people cross the finish line.
Cold emersion and mindset has shown to influence the sympathetic nervous system and immune system, once believed to be systems that could not be voluntarily influenced.
Adding herbs and spices to your dishes is not just about flavour. There are a host of nutritional benefits and it’s a good idea to include them in your diet each day. Basil is one such example. It evokes the aroma’s of Italian sauces and adds a perfect pop to a pizza. It’s also really good […]
We are often not aware that our mind can be trained to think positively, and positive affirmations are a great tool for re-training your own thought processes. Research is showing that positive affirmations do in fact rewire the brain. While we are busy complaining about different things in our lives, like our jobs, our bank accounts, our […]
Being busy often gets in the way of maintaining a healthy lifestyle. One secret to success in eating healthy while being busy is to keep it simple and create a ritual. Thinking less and making fewer decisions. If healthy food is there, you’re more likely to eat it. If you have healthy food available, you […]
Including loads of vegetables in your diet is so important for your health. Vegetables are incredibly rich in nutrients and antioxidants, which boost your health and help fight off disease. Additionally, they are good for weight control as they have a low-calorie content. Getting the required several serves of vegetables can be hard for some people.Some […]