Some time ago, I was asked to look at the topic of fad diets; in particular, the Dukan Diet was mentioned (I'd never even heard of it!). If you stop and think about it - as a species, we've lost the plot when someone else has to tell us what, when and how much to eat! As humans, we have an innate ability to tell what's right/wrong for us, food-wise, but we've been so conditioned, over the years/decades that we can no longer tune in to this instinctive ability. In order to attain ideal health … [Read more...] about The 80:20 rule – Diet vs Exercise
Death by Chocolate is not a goal
We all have the best of intentions when it comes to setting new resolutions, but often the reason these resolutions don't stick is because we're trying to change a habit overnight. For sustainable, realistic changes, these habits should be overcome gradually and consistently. First establish your goals, for example, becoming physically active, eating more healthfully, dealing better with stress etc. Don't set these goals because someone else says you should. Your goals should be … [Read more...] about Death by Chocolate is not a goal
What happened after insulin took sugar to the Principal’s office?
Ok, so you're in the Spar, picking up a loaf of bread and as you're paying, you spy a Lunch Bar and decide it'll keep you going 'till dinner's ready (you're famished and frankly, can't see how you'll survive the next 90 minutes without some form of sustenance). Within a short time of eating your Lunch Bar, the carbohydrates in it - the chocolate, wafer biscuit, crisped rice, sugar, glucose syrup, rice flour, dextrose and invert sugar syrup (does she happen to have a Lunch Bar wrapper in … [Read more...] about What happened after insulin took sugar to the Principal’s office?
Top tips to manage festive season eating
Come 'silly season' and even the most dedicated of people can come unstuck. No doubt you've already had some anxious moments, thinking about how to manage your exercise and eating plans through the maze of office parties, family dos and general 'let it all hang out' festive attitudes. Fear not! There's a relatively simple way to handle all this without gaining weight or detracting from your health... My top tips for the season are as follows: Drink enough good quality water every … [Read more...] about Top tips to manage festive season eating
Your thoughts do affect your state of being
While many people may underestimate the power of the mind in helping to improve both performance and health, it's indisputable that what you think can affect your state of being. What are you like? Do you start your day feeling positive or negative? Do you consistently visualise yourself getting that perfect job, or would you never dare to dream it possible? Understanding just how potently our inner thoughts (the script in our heads) impacts on our emotions, which in turn impact on … [Read more...] about Your thoughts do affect your state of being
What is the best exercise for long term Fat Loss?
The answer to long term fat loss and weight maintenance lies in resistance training. Not only is this type of training really important to prevent against conditions such as osteoporosis and postural dysfunction, but it is quite simply, the only way to ensure that you develop a body that is metabolically active throughout the day (not just when exercising). Resistance Training will help you: Increase strength Improve sexual function Maintain or even increase bone mass as you … [Read more...] about What is the best exercise for long term Fat Loss?
Should you toss that Microwave Oven out?
In other articles on the topic of electromagnetic fields (EMF), we have written about the dangers of these fields and how to reduce your exposure to them. Having read other books on the topic, we're struck by how little the 'average' person understands about what is arguably one of the most harmful aspects of modern living. As much as we've tried to comprehend fully and 'translate' our understanding of the topic into own terminology, we decided, in the following article, to simply quote … [Read more...] about Should you toss that Microwave Oven out?
Is it possible to lose fat by eating fat?
It may be hard to believe, but the answer is 'yes'! We've been made to believe that a high carbohydrate (60% of daily calorie intake), low fat (15%) and moderate protein (25%) diet is the way to stay healthy and slim. Clearly this is an outdated belief, since the world's nations are eating less fat than they ever used to, but are experiencing greater incidences of obesity, diabetes, heart disease and other lifestyle diseases. Let's take a look at the best way to achieve ideal body weight and … [Read more...] about Is it possible to lose fat by eating fat?
Is your child at danger in your home?
As concerned and loving parents, we do our very best to protect our children from any and all potentials dangers. What about those dangers lurking in our home? We’re talking about exposure to synthetic chemicals, plastics, sound-carrying waves, low-level radiation, electro-magnetic pollution and environmental pollution. All these things can affect the health of our children. They can lead to the possibility of future lifestyle diseases or the worsening of current health problems. … [Read more...] about Is your child at danger in your home?
How to make your own household cleaning products cheaply and safely
All commercial household cleaning products have the potential to negatively impact on your health. They contain chemicals which are poisonous if swallowed, leach toxins into the air and are inhaled (affecting the lungs) and once you touch a surface just cleaned you'll absorb them through the skin, forcing the liver to have to metabolise them. In addition, they’re very damaging to the environment. There are many easy and very cheap ways to make up your own cleaning products and they usually … [Read more...] about How to make your own household cleaning products cheaply and safely
Is commercial toothpaste safe?
Toothpaste is used daily and in (sometimes) generous amounts. While fluoridated toothpaste may have some value topically, the fact that much of it is swallowed during use is what poses a danger to your health. This is because the fluoride used in such products is sodium fluoride (a by-product of, primarily, the phosphate fertilizer industry). We've all been led to believe fluoride is good for maintaining healthy teeth, but this just isn't the truth at all. Data compiled by the World Health … [Read more...] about Is commercial toothpaste safe?
What you should feed your kids
For all the conveniences our modern world has to offer, it poses some very really threats to your children's health. These threats come in the shape of chronic lifestyle diseases such as diabetes, obesity, allergies, ADHD, learning disabilities, cancer and asthma, to name a few. To combat these dangers, it's important to understand the following. What children eat and drink, directly impacts on their state of health and their ability to fight disease and illness. Chemical … [Read more...] about What you should feed your kids
Why adult stem cells are so amazing
Scientists have uncovered an incredible 'secret' held within every human being. It seems that having an abundance of adult stem cells massively improves both longevity and health. What makes these cells so special is their ability to develop into many different cell types. When a stem cell divides, it either becomes another type of cell (e.g. a muscle or brain cell), or it remains a stem cell. These cells act as an internal repair system in all types of tissues, dividing many times over to … [Read more...] about Why adult stem cells are so amazing
Why should you drink water?
One of the most important aspects of good health is optimal hydration, so understanding your own water requirements will help you achieve many health benefits, including increased energy and loss of excess body fat. Dehydration has been linked to conditions such as asthma, allergies, depression, diabetes, obesity, high blood cholesterol and coronary heart disease, to name a few. Below are just some of the reasons your body needs water. This list is taken from Dr F Batmanghelidj’s … [Read more...] about Why should you drink water?
The Perfect Body or Feeling Good?
Summer is in the wings. Winter is exiting stage left. In a few weeks the curtain opens to one thing. The Beach! Time to panic. There's nothing quite like that patch of sand to bring out our most fundamental fears. Be it Jaws behind the breakers, finding a parking spot, or doing the pink prawn sun bake, our mind occupies itself with endless possibilities for disaster. And then there's the particular beach creature that strikes fear into the heart of every sun-seeking soul. The Beach Babe! … [Read more...] about The Perfect Body or Feeling Good?
