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...
Emotions play a huge role in our physical health, affecting everything from our muscles and posture to our hormones and mineral absorption. Stress, in particular, is a major issue, as it has become a chronic part of modern life for many people. To understand how it affects our digestive system – and how we can help...
Mental health is something that is deeply important to me because I struggled with anxiety and depression for most of my life. I now have many tools in my toolkit to address it. My mental health is not perfect by any means but it has improved out of this world with the things I've learned....
We have all heard that saying “You are what you eat” but we have never really related this to the Gut-Brain Axis until recently. There are a psychological perspective and an abstract link between the brain and gut health. Lots of studies around the Gut-Brain Axis have been coming out recently and it shows that there is still a lot that we don't know about this link yet. If you are curious on how to beat depression and anxiety with psychological approaches and with gut health, then read on.
Digestive problems are a major issue for many people, but some of them are so common that we may not even realise our bodies are trying to tell us something. In fact, according to The Gut Foundation Australia, half of all people in the country complain of digestive problems every year – and many more than...
The omnipresent 'sweet tooth' can often seem like an insurmountable hurdle in our journey towards a healthier lifestyle. We've all been there, craving sugar, and giving in to the siren call of sugary treats. However, the long-term implications of high sugar consumption cannot be ignored. Fluctuations in blood sugar levels, increased risk of heart disease, and...
Unlike the name suggests, adrenal cocktails are completely non-alcoholic. They are a blend of ingredients often used to support overall wellness. Today, we'll explore adrenal fatigue, its effects on our health, and the remarkable benefits of adrenal cocktails. Plus, we’re excited to share a simple and delicious adrenal cocktail recipe that’s perfect for anyone looking to...
After a 6 month lockdown in Melbourne Australia, Kriben Govender moved to Bali to improve his mental health. He now runs his company, Nourishme Organics, from Melbourne Australia, and Bali Indonesia. In this conversation with Steve Stavs from Made to Thrive, Kriben shares how kefir can improve immune function, the latest research on Kefir, why you...
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...
Download PDF Contents What is Microbiome? Understanding a Healthy Gut Microbiome Good Bacteria vs. Bad Bacteria In Your Gut About Microbiome Testing or Sequencing (And When to Get It) 5 Steps to Repair Your Microbiome and Gut The 9 Best Foods for a Healthy Microbiome The Top 13 Supplements for Restoring Gut Health Conclusion The human...
Today we have Ken Mcgrath, a microbiologist, giving us the facts on the microbiome. Read on to learn the significance of the soil microbiome, how lactobacilli is a transient bacteria that you should consume daily, how histamine impacts the body, identifying IBS with different bacteria, and the future of sports performance enhancement using probiotics! Ken Mcgrath’s...
Welcome to part two of the interview with Dr Amine Zorgani, a seasoned microbiome expert. If you missed part one, check it out here. Within this fascinating conversation, Kriben and Amine explore many interesting topics including optimising the skin microbiome for great skin, personalised microbiome medicine, and how to optimise gut neurotransmitters to improve mental health. ...
