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The word “habit” usually conjures up images of negative things like smoking or nail biting, but the definition of “habit” is a regular...

I’m all for living life and realizing that we’re all only human – we’re bound to want to indulge from time to time. I get it, and I I do...

Brain fog isn’t just something that affects the elderly. More and more young people are now experiencing cognition and memory issues and report feeling like they’re living in a ‘fog’. Brain fog can be caused by a number of issues, but there are a few of the main culprits which are unfortunately only too common in our society. LOW IRON OR B12 CAUSES BRAIN FOG When you’re feeling like a mindless zombie, the first thing people think of is iron and anaemia. Iron definitely needs

Hopefully this will help to eliminate confusion on serving sizes and allow you to easily monitor and control your food intake. The best way to begin in undrstanding serving sizes and the easy way to measure portions is to break the foods down by category. FRUIT SERVING SIZES One serve is equal to: 1 medium piece (E.g. apple or banana) OR 2 small pieces (E.g. nectarines, kiwi fruits, apricots) OR 1 cup of chopped pieces/berries (E.g. chopped rockmelon, strawberries etc) Eat 2

Coffee drinkers raise your coffee cups in praise! I am about to justify your love of that deliciously aromatic, brown, swirling cup of pure sunshine you hold in your rapidly warming hands... Let's go through 5 fun facts that you could potentially throw someone's way if they try to tell you coffee is bad for you... 1. Many epidemiological studies have shown that moderate coffee consumption may be beneficial in preventing many chronic diseases such as type 2 diabetes and liver

With the world rapidly changing, and so many difficulties arising from the current Global Pandemic, it is easy to feel overwhelmed, anxious or worried about the future. Here are 3 simple steps reduce anxiety and lessen the burden of current world events Here are the 3 simple steps to reduce anxiety and be productive with your day! 1. Take time to connect with your inner self This may seem like cryptic statement, but in reality, it couldn't be simpler. Most of us spend far mor

Support your local community and benefit from a healthier diet too! Eating locally doesn’t just benefit the environment through lowering transport and storage of the food we consume, but it has some nutritional benefits as well. Not only are you lowering your carbon footprint on mother earth and putting more money into the pockets of our local farmers, but you are also benefiting your health and wellbeing as well! Find below 4 reason to shop local, that benefit you and the lo

Not too long ago the term “weight loss” brought up images in your head of starvation, lowering your food intake and feeling hungry all the time, however in my experience, people tend to lose weight better when they eat MORE of the right foods. There are a few reasons why… FOOD GIVES US NUTRIENTS Eating a well-balanced diet, rich in whole, lean proteins, vegetables, a couple of serves of fruit a day and 1 to 2 serves of grains per day will provide your body with the essential

If I had a dollar for the number of clients who complained of hitting the wall at 3pm each day, feeling drained of energy which caused them to reach for a sugary snack they'd always regret afterwards, I'd probably own at least an island or two. With today's busy lifestyle feeling fatigued by the early afternoon is sadly pretty common. So how do we avoid it or lessen the impact it has on our willpower? 1. Eat a Decent Breakfast! I know so many people who skip breakfast. Eating

As Eddard Stark would say, "winter is coming" and comfort foods are starting to appeal... but before you lose your head (see what I did there?) - we're here to help you satisfy your winter cravings while still maintaining your healthy regime. Healthy Hot Chocolate No winter is complete without hot chocolate and frankly, as long as you're not having 3 a day, indulging every now and then is fine. If you're after a slightly healthier version though, try this on for size: - 500mL

Sometimes it's hard to stay on track and keep the motivation 'juices flowing'. I decided to share with you my top 3 tips for staying on the bandwagon. 1. Watch Yourself I recently received a fitness watch and it's become my new best friend. I'm no expert on brands but I have a Garmin Vivoactive 3 and I'm pretty stoked with it. It takes my heart rate, counts my steps, I can log my workouts at the gym or in the group fitness classes, my weight training, cardio, even hikes or su

Ageing is something that human beings have been trying to delay for centuries. The search for the fountain of youth is an ongoing battle; however, nature has provided us with many tools to help in the fight against the unwanted signs of ageing, whilst still allowing us to grow old gracefully. ANTIOXIDANTS This is at the top of the list for a reason. Anti-Oxidants protect us from oxidative damage caused by free radicals. In scientific terms, free radicals are uncharged, highly

Lacking energy and having trouble keeping up with your busy life? Try our Qigong and Pentagenics energy program, a low impact exercise that can benefit everyone. What is Qigong? Translated literally as 'energy work', Qigong is an ancient method of training that has been practiced in China for thousands of years. A gentle exercise that can be done by anyone, regardless of age, mobility or fitness level, it is the perfect discipline for those looking to gain a greater understan

COVID-19 is a serious health risk, and has been front of mind for a lot of us. Wu Xing Dao takes this risk seriously, and has taken all precautions. A Pandemic that has changed life on earth as we know it! The tragic effect the Global Pandemic has had on so many lives since it began in 2020 is something I am sure none of us will ever forget, with over 1 million deaths worldwide the devastating nature and prolific spread of the virus that is so easily transmitted shook the ve

Meditation and Qigong is proven to help alleviate stress levels stress, reduce anxiety, clear your mind and promote better sleep, what's not to like? Meditation to improve your health - Take 10 minutes a day to unplug! I get what you are already thinking. There are WAY too many things in life to do to waste time sitting on your butt with your eyes closed! There are dishes piling up in the kitchen, kids lunches to pack, the dog to walk, the lawn to mow, the shopping to do, an