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    Diabetes is an increasingly harmful burden on much of the world’s population. From Mauritius to Micronesia, the worldwide epidemic of rising diabetes rates is something the WHO organisation has continually warned will have huge consequences for the future of the planet. The idea that you could avoid diabetes with Ceylon Cinnamon is therefore a welcome solution worth exploring. So let’s do it!   What is diabetes? Diabetes is a metabolic disorder characterised by high blood pressure (hyperglycaemia). It occurs when the body is unable to regulate glucose levels leading to excess amounts in the blood that can seriously...

Now that you know the amazing benefits of including superfoods in your diet, you just need to get your hands on some! Increasingly, there are more options for consumers looking to purchase superfoods at affordable prices and this is only likely to get better as more distributors take note of people’s growing desire to integrate organic food and healthy superfood supplements into their diets. For now, here are some tips for finding superfoods wherever you may be. Superfood powder and tablets Fast becoming the world’s favourite way to consume superfoods, tablets and powders are making it easier to introduce and...

Superfoods are a little like superheros: on their own they’re great, but when they start teaming up they can be even better. So if you're looking for some combinations that really complement one another, we’ve got just the dynamic duo for you – Cinnamon and Turmeric. Turmeric Turmeric has been used for thousands of years in Chinese and Ayurvedic medicine as a one stop shop for the treatment of a whole host of ailments. Heartburn, heart disease, depression, you name it, Turmeric has been used to prevent or cure it. In its fresh form, it looks strikingly similar to ginger,...

Life isn’t always easy on our liver. Alcohol, toxins, sugar – they all cause havoc to this vital organ. That’s why it’s important that, as well as eating fewer of these harmful substances, we increase our intake of liver-friendly superfoods. Here we explore how Turmeric could be the key to giving your liver a health boost. Importance of good liver function Your liver is responsible for a lot of functions that keep your body in good working order. You might be familiar with some of these jobs, like filtering and detoxifying your blood, but there are hundreds of things that...

Chances are you haven’t given your adrenal glands much thought lately. After all, these mushroom-shaped glands are quite tiny. Yet despite their size, your adrenals are mighty; being responsible for producing several hormones that are needed for well-being and normal body functioning. These glands also help regulate metabolism, blood pressure and boost immunity. Your adrenal glands can become exhausted with such an important job, causing your body to become exhausted too. But luckily, Ashwagandha may be able to help give these hard working glands the pick-me-up they need. Here, we explore why the adrenal glands are so important – and...