Digestive imbalances
Digestion is one of the key processes related to health in Ayurveda and Chinese traditional medicine. When the digestive 'fire' or agni...
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Dec 6, 20212 min read
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Why correct repetition of an action is important
Repetition is important when creating new habits, learning and building strength. The action of repeating creates chemical reactions, as...
Zoisa Holder
Nov 17, 20211 min read
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Sleep and the Pineal Gland
Melatonin is needed for good sleep and this hormone is produced in the pineal gland (part of our endocrine system). The pineal gland is...
Zoisa Holder
Sep 22, 20211 min read
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How does the brain know to sleep?
How does the brain know when and how to sleep? Why is it important to sleep and what can you do to help it?
Zoisa Holder
May 18, 20212 min read
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Wellness Wednesday - sleep and the brain
At night whilst you sleep your body is able to repair and grow as the pituitary gland releases growth hormone. Your nerve cells are...
Zoisa Holder
May 5, 20211 min read
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Our sleep-wake cycle
The body has a natural daily cycle of hormones, know as the circadian rhythms. The sleep-wake cycle is an important part of ensuring that...
Zoisa Holder
Apr 21, 20211 min read
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Stages, cycles and ingredients for growth
Nature has its natural cycles, day and night, autumn, winter, spring, summer and late summer and so do we. Our bodies have a 24 hour...
Zoisa Holder
Apr 12, 20213 min read
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Muscles and the immune system
What does the immune system have to do with the muscles and vice versa? Everyone experiences muscles imbalances due to overuse, misuse or...
Zoisa Holder
Mar 6, 20213 min read
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The restorative benefits of power napping and sleep
Getting a good night’s sleep - or a solid power nap - can have incredible benefits for the mind and body. Discover how your sleep habits...
Zoisa Holder
Nov 25, 20192 min read
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How Circadian Rhythms Affect Energy Levels and Sleep
When it comes to improving our health, movement, and sleep, our energy levels play a big part. They may feel like something we can...
Zoisa Holder
Oct 30, 20192 min read
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