Health Concerns

Chocolate has become something of a superfood lately, with claims it can boost mood, fight ageing and even help us fall in love. But is this classic holiday treat as sweet as it seems or are the claims too good to be true? Read More

Rich with spices and fruit and smothered in custard, there’s nothing better than Christmas Cake. But if you want to indulge without guilt these holidays, why not try our nutritionist-tested, gluten-free and refined sugar-free version? Read More

With work pressures mounting, last-minute gifts to buy and countless social events to attend, this time of year can be incredibly stressful. Read our top tips to ease the stress and keep your sanity this silly season. Read More

Our bones deserve a thank-you. They hold us up, carry us around and enable us to do the things we love. But what if they weakened or worse, crumbled? Osteoporosis affects 40 million people in the US alone. How can you keep your bones strong? Read More

As we age, it is common to experience mild aches and pains when we stand or exercise. The body does not recover as quickly as it did in our younger years. In addition to this, the cartilage that cushions and aids joint movement naturally deteriorates, which is a common contributing factor to joint pain and discomfort. Read More

As the temperature drops and summer holidays become a distant memory, it’s common to feel a little down. Read More

Vitamin D has been getting a lot of press lately, touted as a kind of super-nutrient with the ability to boost mood, keep us youthful and even prevent cancer. We know we get it from sunlight, but what does the ‘sunshine vitamin’ actually do and how do we ensure we are getting enough? Read More

Aching joints, headaches, itchy eyes and a sore, red nose: colds can leave you feeling pretty miserable. The flu can be much more serious, with thousands of people hospitalised due to the virus each year. Read More

With winter looming, many of us reach for the Vitamin C supplements and chicken soup to keep colds and flus at bay. While these two classics are certainly an important part of our winter wellness prescription, the real key to fighting the office lurgy actually lies in your gut. Read More

We’re working longer hours than ever before, our soil is lacking nutrients, our food is over processed and often travels thousands of miles before it reaches us, and we are exposed to increasing levels of toxins and pollutants. Read More