Wellness blog

You are what you eat? Our body’s require a wide array of nutrients — and fat is no exception. We’ve come to understand that saturated fats & essential fatty acids not only keep our belly’s full … READ MORE →

Cardiovascular disease is one of the leading causes of death in the Western world, with millions dying every year from heart failure and related cardiovascular conditions. Health authorities the wo … READ MORE →

Very few people think of what happens once food is swallowed and enters the digestive system. Mostly it is a mystery. It tastes great, made me feel good and eventually passes out as waste. Beyond t … READ MORE →

In winter, we tend to go for heavier meals… they warm us up and give us a sense of satisfaction that only feeling full and warm can give. You might have noticed though, that all this heavy food is … READ MORE →

Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) can be a stressful and embarrassing condition, particularly if intolerable amounts of wind, in either direction, or pain are experienced. IBS covers many symptoms of … READ MORE →

Astaxanthin, pronounced asta-zan-thin, is the reddish pink pigment present in some salt water algae under certain natural conditions that turn salmon, crayfish and prawns their pinky colour. Astaxa … READ MORE →

That was a trick question. Technically speaking, you can’t feel acidic at all! This is because your body works tirelessly to maintain a strict equilibrium – the pH of your blood is always sli … READ MORE →

Breakfast is said to be the most important meal of the day, but with the mad rush to get out the door that many of us experience in the morning, it can be all too easy to settle for sugar laden cerea … READ MORE →

If you suffer from cold sores you will be well aware that they can strike at any time, whether we’re ready for them or not.  Cold sores vary in severity from being a nuisance to being seriously pai … READ MORE →

You'll love this delicious twist on the classic ginger crunch from MK Foods – Medicinal Kai! It’s dairy free & optional gluten free, with Maca for energy & more. YUM!! Ingredie … READ MORE →

Has your little one recently started at day care and now it feels like they are snuffly and snotty all the time? When kids first start at childcare centres it can be quite a shock when they come ho … READ MORE →

Probiotics may not be the first thing you think about when looking for winter immunity support, however they play a vital role in keeping us healthy during the “ills and chills” season. Probiotics … READ MORE →