If you’ve ever felt butterflies in your belly or felt weirdly sick to your stomach after experiencing something traumatic or confronting - then you’ve already felt the connection between your gut and your brain - known as the gut brain axis. These so-called ‘gut reactions’ are very real and can be linked to a vital connection...
You may have heard about people using borax powder in their laundry room, but you're not quite sure what it is. Once upon a time borax could be found in thousands of laundry rooms throughout the world, before modern cleaning detergents and pods were invented. Whilst they do work, it turns out the classic borax powder...
Speaking of yummy fermented drinks, perhaps the most delicious, creamy, and healthy of them all is milk kefir. If you haven’t heard of it before, don't worry, all will be explained. But for those looking to make their own healthy homemade version - welcome - we have much to discuss. I’m new here. What’s milk kefir?...
By Yoko Inoue, founder of Shokuiku While your first instinct to achieving a healthy, glowing complexion is nailing your skincare regimen - there’s another aspect of your body that is equally important - and that’s your gut. What you put in your mouth impacts so many elements outside your stomach. Food and alcohol...
Did you know that inside your body right now there are between 40 and 300 trillion live bacteria? Yes. Live bacteria. And most of it lives inside the gut - a thriving hotspot for micro-organisms that keep your immune system chugging along and disease at bay. Keeping your gut healthy is key not just for your...
With the ever-growing interest in gut health and its impact on our overall well-being, it's no surprise that these two terms have become buzzwords in the world of nutrition and wellness. But what exactly are probiotics and prebiotics, and how do they differ from each other? In this post, we'll discuss their unique functions, and explain...
The holiday season is an exciting, busy and stressful time for many of us, and indulging in all of the many foods and drinks that we don’t normally have throughout the year can be one of the best parts. However, this can have unpleasant results for our digestive system. The extra sugar, lack of fibre and...
In the world of gut health, you’ve likely heard the terms probiotics and prebiotics. But have you come across the emerging buzzword: postbiotics? If not, you're in for some fascinating insights! Postbiotics are the newest addition to the microbiome discussion, known for their potential role in supporting gut health and overall wellness. Let’s dive into what...
Our metabolic health is greatly affected by what we ingest. Whilst sugar is a great source of energy, excess amounts typically found in everyday products can be detrimental to our health, raise the risk of type 2 diabetes, and cardiovascular disease. It's important to regulate our intake and do everything we can from exercising and eating...
Why do you need to do the Full Moon Detox Protocol? During each full moon, parasites and other microorganisms become more active. Do you ever feel unwell, anxious or just can’t sleep during a full moon? It may well be parasites and microorganisms within you feasting on your nutrition for their survival. Your own body needs...
I had the pleasure of speaking with Katherine Courage. She is an English major by training and a journalist by day. She grew up in a science family and was the black sheep that went into the humanities graduating with a degree in journalism. The world around us is so complex and there is more information out there that anyone can sink their teeth into. I think that it is important for journalists to dive into these important matters and bring it to people in a simple way to understand it so people can make better decisions in their everyday life. Read on to learn about how different countries such as Japan, Switzerland, Korea, and Greece incorporate fermented foods, how your microbiome starts to form as soon as you are born, and how to boost your good gut bacteria.
Whether you're a certified wellness guru or just starting out, chances are you’ve heard the term biohacking. But what does biohacking really mean, and how can it be used to enhance your well-being? We’re going to decode the world of biohacking and give you practical, accessible tools to help you begin your journey! Otherwise known as...
