What you need to know about methylation
What is methylation? Although it sounds complex, it’s actually a simple but essential chemical process that is happening constantly in your body. Methylation involves adding a 'methyl group' onto other chemical compounds which then allows the body to do most of
Natural remedy for sore throats, colds and coughs
There will no doubt be plenty of coughs and colds going around over the next few months but new research says there is little in over-the-counter remedies that really help to alleviate the problem. One option to soothe a sore throat
The importance of sleep for our health
DEEP SLEEP BUILDS EMOTIONAL RESILIENCE "More resilient people are able to 'roll with the punches' and adapt to adversity without lasting difficulties; less resilient people have a harder time with stress and life changes, both major and minor. It's been found
Realistic Nutrition
Realistic nutrition should mean a diet of delicious and nutritious food, containing ingredients that you actually enjoy eating! Realistic nutrition is achievable nutrition. Everyone’s version of ‘realistic nutrition’ and how they achieve it will be different – some people are incredibly
The Sensitivity Gene
(and its link to ME, Chronic Fatigue and Fibromylgia) It has been discovered that a newly identified gene predisposes 15-20% of the population to fatigue related conditions due to a heightened reaction to stress. Elaine Wilkins from The Chrysalis Effect, a pioneering
Warming Winter Turmeric Latte
On a recent visit to Deliciously Ella's cafe, The Mae Deli, I tried the most delicious Turmeric Latte. It ticked so many boxes - it was warming, comforting, reviving and healthy too. Known as the 'Queen of Spices', turmeric has so
Can you beat the common cold?
So, can you beat the common cold? Well, maybe not, however, there is much we can do to prevent ourselves from getting one in the first place. If nevertheless we do catch one, then there are definitely ways to reduce
Do we really need supplements?
Apparently 27 million adults take supplements, so clearly many people feel they are important and effective for improving health. However, the consumption of additional nutrients in the form of supplements is often dismissed as a waste of money by doctors