Healthy Bodies

Interesting ways you may not have known your gut and brain are linked

Our gastrointestinal tract is extremely sensitive to emotions and other reactions in our bodies.

Inside the intestines

The intestines are the 4th step in the digestive process and possibly one of the most important to sustaining healthy wellbeing.

The special K, vitamin K2

Vitamin K’s main function is to activate key proteins within our body that serve important roles for all life stages.

Dental health: calcium and our teeth

Unlike our bones, our teeth unfortunately do not have the same regenerative powers to heal themselves if they break.

Exercises to help keep your mind healthy

Diet of course plays a significant role in a healthy brain, but what about keeping your brain physically fit?

Your brain and amino acids

Proteins are made from amino acids, which are needed in the brain to build neurons, connective tissue and neurotransmitters.

Ways to help your heart every day

When looking after your heart there are everyday ways to help which are practical and simple to include in your lifestyle.

Understanding blood pressure and heart health

High blood pressure is a main risk factor for developing heart disease, but what is blood pressure? Why is it so important?

What is cholesterol and what are ways to help keep it in balance?

Many people believe that cholesterol is a bad thing, but our bodies need cholesterol (in healthy moderation).

Nutrients for heart health

Take a look at nutrients found in foods that are important to consume when considering heart health.

Figuring out flavonoids

Flavonoids are a distinct group of phytonutrients, they are responsible for the colours we see in fruit and vegetables.

Looking after your joints

As when we start to age the wear and tear over the years can take its toll on our joints.

Keeping your liver healthy

Everything we eat, breathe and absorb is detoxified and broken down by the liver.

Keeping up with the kidneys

Not only does the kidneys have a role in the removal of waste, they also play a crucial role in many other functions.

How hormones impact your health

Our hormones tell our bodies what to do, when to do it and for how long.

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