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Any woman who’s gone through the menopause knows that it’s not a walk in the park. Hot flashes, memory loss and mood swings are all common symptoms of this hormonal shift. But there’s no need to suffer in silence. Ashwagandha has been proven to provide menopausal support – here’s how. Menopause Menopause refers to that time in a woman’s life when her periods stop and her ovaries lose their reproductive function. This generally happens between the ages of 45 and 55. As well as causing periods to stop, the menopause can induce a number of symptoms. Here are just a...

If you are curious about turmeric and would like to know how to use it, you are in the right place. This aromatic, earthy herb is one of the world’s superfoods, not just because of the burst of flavour it adds to your meals, but more for its healing properties. Traced back over four thousand years, the ancients greatly priced this bright yellow herb and used it frequently in their meals. In this article, we explore why it is such a wonderful herb and also share our favourite turmeric recipes. What is Turmeric? The National Center for Biotechnology Information describes...

Often our frenetic lifestyle easily absorbs our time, attention and best intentions. Before we know it, our children aren't getting the essential nutrients required for growing healthy. Children’s food is often packed with refined ingredients including processed white flour, modified starches and additives that are known to do harm and are associated with several diseases and especially weight gain. Weight is a sensitive topic, especially when it comes to children and teens. The number of children who continue to have an unhealthy, and potentially dangerous weight continues to grow in the UK. Childhood obesity, and excess weight, are significant health...

With such busy lives these days it’s easy to skip meals or forget to make the right choices when it comes to your food regimen. Every meal has its own importance, breakfast helps you to kick-start the day and lunch to take a break and re-fuel your body and mind.  So what about dinner? As the last meal of the day, it can be overlooked sometimes, however, dinner is just as important as the other meals. Here are some of the benefits of having a healthy dinner every day. Fuels your body Once you go to bed, this is when the...

Did you know that inflammation is linked to conditions such as Alzheimer’s, heart disease, cancer, and arthritis? By reducing inflammation in your body, you'll not only look and feel younger, but you'll also lower your risk for chronic disease. So, what is inflammation? Keep reading to find out everything about the body’s inflammatory process and how you can treat inflammation. What is Inflammation? Inflammation is a vital part of the body's immune response. It is the body's attempt to self-protection and to heal itself after an injury. Inflammation defends against foreign invaders such as viruses and bacteria; and heals wounds. ...