Eating to Heal: Anti-Inflammatory Nutrition for PTSD and Trauma Recovery
When it comes to trauma recovery, we often think of therapy, medication, or mindfulness. But what if your plate could help too? For veterans, first responders, and anyone living with Post Traumatic Stress or the lingering effects of trauma, food…
The Practice of Mindful Eating
Many people eat while distracted, bored, stressed, or emotionally overwhelmed, often leading to poor digestion, weight fluctuations, and worsened mental health symptoms. For individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, or Post Traumatic Stress (PTS), mindful eating can be a powerful tool for…
Guacamole Galore Recipe
Why Adding Avocados to Your Diet Can Boost Mental Health When it comes to nutrition, we often think about the physical benefits of what we eat—better energy, improved fitness, or a healthier heart. But did you know that what you…
Exploring the Health Benefits of Caffeine
Caffeine, a natural central nervous system (CNS) stimulant, found in various beverages like coffee, tea, and energy drinks, has long been a staple in many people’s daily routines. Beyond its well-known ability to enhance concentration and boost alertness, caffeine offers…
The Power of Morning Sunlight to Set Your Mind and Body
The natural rhythms of light and darkness play a crucial role in regulating our internal body clock, known as the circadian rhythm. Exposure to sunlight, particularly in the morning, is essential for synchronising this biological clock, promoting better sleep, mood,…
Understanding Your Circadian Rhythm
Have you ever wondered why you are alert during the day and sleepy at night? The answer lies in our body’s internal clock known as the circadian rhythm. This 24-hour biological cycle regulates various physiological processes, including sleep-wake patterns, hormone…
Yoga For Insomnia
Does yoga help with Sleep? Yoga can be a helpful practice for managing insomnia with clinical trial studies of insomnia treatments including yoga, relaxation and meditation, reporting positive results. A simple daily yoga practice can help to reduce arousal and…
Chilli Chocolate & Nut Bark
Dark chocolate has long been recognised for its mood-altering properties and ability to increase exercise performance. Try this simple mood boosting chocolate recipe that is so easy and satisfying to make. Both cocoa and cacao originate from the raw cacao…
How Diet Affects Sleep
Research has shown that what we eat plays a significant role in regulating our hormones and the quality and quantity of our sleep. Sleep is a vital aspect of our overall well-being, affecting various aspects of our physical and mental…
Food And Your Mood
Diet is a hot topic in the field of psychiatry, with Science recently focusing on how the food we eat affects our mood and behaviour. So what exactly is “mood”? Mood can be defined as “a transient frame of mind…
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