Tag: Disease
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Holistic Health for Immunity: Protecting Against Cancer from Within
Your immune system is your body’s frontline defence against bacterial, viral, and parasitic infections, plus other health challenges. However, it’s far more than a pathogen-fighting army – it also plays a crucial role in patrolling the body for abnormal cells – including cancer cells, and eliminating them before they can cause harm. Lifestyle choices, particularly diet, sleep,…
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Improve your journey through peri-menopause and menopause
Intro There is increasing discussion and awareness around peri-menopause and menopause which is great, however it can feel daunting with regards to the physical and mental symptoms that can result from imbalanced hormones. On a positive note, our lifestyle factors significantly affect peri-menopausal and menopausal symptoms, therefore we can work to assess lifestyle factors and make…
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Nutraceuticals: Natural Compounds That Support Healthy Ageing
When thinking about a healthy, balanced diet, most people focus on macronutrients (protein, fat, and carbohydrates) and micronutrients (vitamins and minerals). But there’s another important category that deserves attention: nutraceuticals. What Are Nutraceuticals? Nutraceuticals are naturally occurring food components found in whole foods or taken as supplements, that offer measurable health benefits. They’re not just nutrients…
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Ageing? What is it? Can we slow the ageing clock?
Ageing and Its Mechanisms Ageing is a complex process involving the gradual decline of various cellular and molecular systems over time, which leaves the body more susceptible to dysfunction and disease. This deterioration often manifests in cellular damage and tissue degradation, which are characteristic of age-related diseases, such as cancer, arthritis, and neurological disorders. As…
