Our health should be our top priority no matter our age. Because when we feel well, we live well and that means we can fully engage with all the things we love, from the simplest pleasures like a walk in the park to the grandest adventures with our loved ones. It's not just about adding years to our life, but life to our years.Understanding the intricate relationship between our lifestyle choices and overall wellness is crucial to nurturing our well-being, and ensuring that every moment is lived to its fullest....

Morning sickness isn’t the only cause of nausea – there are plenty of reasons you may be feeling queasy. A churning stomach and feeling sick isn’t pleasant, but worrying about what’s causing your nausea could make you feel even worse. If you’re definitely not pregnant, then it could be one of these common problems. In this article, we’ll explore: What feeling nauseous means and if it’s the same as feeling sick or queasy Some reasons why you might feel sick How to stop feeling sick with home remedies If paracetamol...

Your lifestyle and eating habits can greatly affect your digestion, and it’s common to suffer from the symptoms of constipation. But there’s plenty you can do to prevent constipation, or cure it if it does occur. Tips for constipation relief 1. Don’t eat in a rush Wolfing down food means it isn’t chewed properly. The gut then has to process larger pieces, which takes longer and can cause constipation symptoms. It takes, on average, six to eight hours for food to pass through your stomach and small intestine, and around...

23 Nov 2022 • 2 min read Hormones have a huge influence on our health and wellbeing, but there are ways you can manage them, naturally. Hormones are chemical messengers that help regulate different processes in the body. From feeling hungry to when it’s time to sleep, we need hormones to keep our bodies on track. But what happens when your hormones are out of balance? Discover seven natural ways to help prevent the hormonal see-saw. What are hormones? Your hormones include adrenaline, insulin and cortisol and the thyroid hormones,...

If you’ve ever woken up in the middle of the night with a burning sensation in your chest, chances are you’ve experienced heartburn. This annoying condition, that’s also commonly called indigestion or acid reflux, is caused by stomach acid rising back up into the oesophagus (throat) after you eat. Some people experience it very rarely, while others may have it persistently every day. The symptoms of heartburn can often be similar to that of a heart attack, so it’s important that you know the differences. In general, heartburn symptoms include1:...

Acid reflux – also known as heartburn – is a common ailment that many people experience from time to time. For some people, acid reflux can be caused by something as simple as overindulging. Other people experience acid reflux flare-ups whenever they eat certain trigger foods, which may need to be removed from the diet altogether. Although acid reflux is normal, it can be uncomfortable and embarrassing if it’s concurrent with symptoms like bloating or bad breath.1 In this article, we’ll explain the science behind acid reflux and reveal common...

We can all overindulge from time to time, causing ourselves discomfort and unwanted stomach ache.  Usually, it’s nothing to worry about and can be simple to address. To put your mind at rest, we have put together the following article that will go through stomach cramps, what causes them and how you can avoid them in the future. What are stomach cramps? It can be really worrying if you get stomach pains after eating. Stomach ache, stomach cramps, tummy ache or tummy cramps often refer to the same thing. It’s...

Your stomach is incredibly important – and no, we’re not talking about how toned your abs are! There’s a whole new area of research dedicated to how the health of your gut can affect the rest of your body. One of the most interesting research areas is on prebiotics and probiotics, sometimes referred to as ‘friendly’ bacteria. You might not know it, but deep within your digestive system, there’s 100 trillion bacteria living in your gut. Unfortunately, poor diet, too much alcohol, antibiotics, hormones and stress can all upset the natural balance of...

We’re entering the time of year of feasting and celebrating. This can take its toll on many aspects of health, not least the digestive system. Here we’ll give you some tips on how to look after your digestive health, specifically your microbiome. The Microbiome There are trillions of microscopic organisms in our gastrointestinal tracts that are collectively known as the microbiome. These organisms play a critical role in our health and well being. Each of us has a unique microbiome composed of a diverse range of organisms. What we eat...