The wedding season is just around the corner and it certainly is that time of the year where the bride to be will soon be embracing one of the most special days in her life. Everything from her attire, accessories and jewels has to be quintessentially beautiful, and most importantly it is her time to get into the nitty-gritty of …
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We are not alone! We’re not just ‘we’ Before your thought goes to aliens or extraterrestrial organisms, let’s take a look closer home. I’m talking about our very own bodies. Yes, you read it right! Our bodies are host to trillions of microorganisms that “coexist” within us. As infants, we are first exposed to external microorganisms during delivery and then …
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COVID- 19, the mayhem has led to a third of the world’s population coming under some form of lockdown thereby forcing most of us to work from home. While it does sound relaxing and highly productive, it would probably not be the same with a few tiny (just in size!) colleagues, playing and jumping around. Many working parents are facing …
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How many times have you heard the phrase Gut Feeling? Ever wondered why it’s called that – the feeling of anxiety that gives you ‘butterflies in your stomach?’ The gut-brain connection is REAL. And it might just be the reason behind several of your feelings, including the serious trouble-makers – anxiety and depression. Our gastrointestinal tract is extremely sensitive to …
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Music and dance have been fundamental to the human experience for thousands of years. They have been part of our expression, art, culture, and more. Have you ever had the urge to tap your foot or shake your hips whenever a familiar tune starts playing? Dance is a natural response, an outlet that helps us feel good. If you’re bored …
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The microbes that live in our gut make up “the microbiome”, and they are extremely important for our overall health. Think of a microbiome as a diverse community of organisms, made up of microbes. These microbes are a combination of bacteria and yeasts. The bacteria within the microbiome helps regulate our immune system and digest our food, protects against disease …
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From simple sniffles to serious sicknesses, a strong immune system is your best defence against illness. Lifestyle and environmental pollutants, fast-food choices, poor sleep, and more can compromise the immune system’s superpowers, leaving you exposed to all kinds of infection. You can strengthen your immunity by strengthening your gut. Almost 70% of all immune cells are located in the gut-associated …
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Osteoporosis means having porous bones. Imagine your bones as a honeycomb, perfectly aligned and formed. With osteoporosis, the holes between the honeycombs become bigger, weaker and less dense. Take a deep dive into the risks and preventative measures of osteoporosis. A normal bone under the microscope would look like a honeycomb but with osteoporosis the holes in that honeycomb become …
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HAVE YOU NOTICED A LITTLE EXTRA CUSHIONING ON YOUR BOTTOM, BELLY, AND HIPS? HAVE YOU FOUND IT A LITTLE HARDER TO LOSE THOSE STUBBORN EXTRA POUNDS? You are not alone. This is a common problem that women face as they are entering peri-menopause and menopause. As a woman over 40 (and turning 50 next year), I understand your concerns. However, …
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India’s ancient school of traditional medicine is one of the oldest models of holistic health care and is said to date as far back as three to five thousand years! In Sanskrit ‘Ayur’ means life, and ‘Veda’ means science, which translates as “the science of life.” Ayurvedic medicine is comprised of the five elements – earth, wind, fire, water and …
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