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We all know two individuals are quite different in numerous ways, but especially when it comes to activities, often both have different preferences and this can often prove quite difficult to bridge the gap.

Some people are drawn to physical activities, whereas others may prefer to go for creative things that give them satisfaction.

This doesn’t have to be a deal killer – there are a number of activities that couples can enjoy together, and they involve healthy activity and at the same time strengthen their bond of love too.

So here are the 7 excellent “couple” activities, which are very quick to prepare for and can help restore vitality and energy into your life: Read More

Silly season is incredibly close, and what comes with silly season, besides tons of fun? Parties, chocolate, and a never-ending temptation to fall back from your healthy lifestyle. It’s possible to stay on track while still giving in from time to time.

1. Don’t Overeat

We all know that during the holiday season, we have a tendency to overeat, and it’s not only overeating that hurts our diets, it’s what we are overeating. Lots of sweets and cakes are famous around this time. Don’t hurt yourself by not eating anything that gives your sweet tooth that satisfaction, but don’t overeat either. However, do eat dark chocolate in small amounts. Research studies have shown us the dark chocolate bars, that are at least 70% cacao, are actually good for your health, in moderation.

2. Keep Active

Just because it’s the holiday season, does not mean that we should slack off on our regular exercise routines. Since many of us will be attending many parties, why not take advantage of the great music and dance the night away? Dancing is an awesome form of exercise, why not take advantage of it?

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The entertainment industry has a lot to answer for when it comes to most people’s perception of hypnosis. It’s common that most people equate hypnosis with mind control and brain washing. People are fearful of a complete stranger embarrassing them by making them act like a fool, barking like a dog, dancing in a goofy manner, and anything else you can imagine.

However, hypnosis can be a wonderful tool when used correctly, and as a form of therapy. More and more people are turning to hypnosis to help them relax and reduce stress. Hypnotherapy can also help for people who have anxiety and phobias.

How does it work? Let’s explain.

How Hypnosis Works

Hypnosis works in two different ways for reducing stress.

Firstly, hypnosis will allow your body to become completely relaxed and have your mind open. This allows you to rapidly unwind, allowing your body and muscles to be in a relaxed state. This helps to reduce stress and relieve chronic illnesses that stress brings on.

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In today’s society many people are feeling the pressures of too many obligations.

Whether it’s from work and your career, or just in your everyday lifestyle, stress is a major threat to our health. If you often find yourself feeling completely and utterly exhausted by the end of the week, chances are you are suffering from chronic stress.

One thing we all need to realise is that not all stress is negative. Everyone experiences it one way or another, and having a little bit of stress is normal. For example, the stress that you feel to finish a big project that’s due in the next week is positive stress, as long as you don’t let it take over your life. This kind of stress is what motivates us to do our best and reach goals that we make for ourselves.

The problem is that the majority of the population is suffering from chronic stress. Read More

Have you ever considered seeing a naturopath for stress? Find out how we can help with stress – naturally!

The fact is that everyone encounters stress in their life.

There is no way to completely cut stress out of our lives, however there are some strategies and techniques that we can use to help reduce stress to lessen the negative impact on our health and wellbeing.

What is Stress?

Stress is a physical, emotional or mental strain or tension that we feel when we face demanding circumstances.

Some types of stress actually have a positive impact upon us – like keeping us motivated or excited. Health professionals know this as “eustress”, whereas the stress that has a negative impact upon us – like causing anxiety or upset – is called “distress”.

When discussing stress, we’re generally referring to “distress”.

Stress can be caused by a multitude of different factors in our lives, such as job, family, money, kids, and relationship problems.

Now that we know what stress is, let’s look at the causes more in depth. Read More

So many of us get overwhelmed towards the end of the year. Already, we’re taking on a lot of responsibilities, most of us don’t recognise when it’s just too much.

People are busier today more than they have ever been before. Our jobs and its many duties can often stress us out and make us feel burned out by the end of the day. When we start to feel burned out it shows negatively in our daily lives.

After an already heavy year, we find our performance on the job is not at its best, and this does put even more pressure on us to perform at our best.

To prevent that end-of-year burnout feeling, consider these simple strategies to keep yourself going to Christmas break.

Here’s a tip: If you used these strategies all year, you may actually avoid burnout altogether!

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It’s not just the food we eat, but the lifestyles we lead that can lead to an increase in our blood acid levels. With increased stress levels, exposure to chemicals and pollution, our blood acidity levels can also increase.

The acidity and alkalinity of our blood is measured using the pH system. A pH of 7 is neutral, and this is also the pH of water. Our bodies operate optimally when our pH is slightly alkaline.

The pH of our blood is constantly regulated by a system of buffers continually working to keep our alkaline levels between 7.35 and 7.45. There is a condition called acidosis, this is when the pH balance of your blood falls below 7.35. This can lead to depression in the nervous system and severe cases of acidosis can lead to coma or even death.

On the opposite end of the spectrum if your pH rises above 7.45 it results in alkalosis. This can also lead to death in severe cases but in a different way. Alkalosis does exactly the opposite in the central nerve system, it makes all the nerves excited and hyper like they are on caffeine and cause spasms in the muscles and convulsions. Read More

Everyone loves hummus!Black Bean Hummus

This variation is made from black beans, a legume that is dense in nutrients, high in fibre, and tastes amazingly good!

It is also extremely versatile in that you can use this as:

• a dip with veggies
• a spread in a wrap or sandwiches
• a condiment with rice dishes or salads

Give it a go and let us know what you think: Read More

A popular new weight loss supplement that has hit the market is Garcinia Cambogia. It has been featured on TV and from there this “revolutionary” weight loss pill has caused quite a commotion. However, most people don’t know the ins and outs of this supplement and you should read more about it before jumping onto the band wagon. There are many people in the world that want to lose weight, but we need to think about our health and any effects that these pills can have upon our bodies.

Let’s explore more this weight loss pill and see what it’s really about.

What is Garcinia and How Does it Work?

Garcinia is a plant and the fruit rind of the plant is used to make this supplement. Research that is currently being developed suggests that garcinia could prevent fat storage in the body and also control appetite. However, there is no proof that this works in humans as of yet. Read More