The ability to think straight gets overridden, surges of adrenaline build, and the mind ruminates and escalates the response. Sound familiar? Discover how mindfulness and emotional intelligence can help to maintain our mental composure and mitigate the emotional hijacking.
Fatherhood: Tips For a Healthy, Happy and Harmonious Transition
So you’re going to be a new dad, hey? Me too. Here are the must know tips on staying present, happy and healthy that all new dads need to know, according to dads who’ve been there. It’s just like surfing. Stay balanced, stay relaxed and go with the wave. I recently had a catch up […]
Treating Depression with Magnesium: How Strong Is the Evidence? [RESEARCH]
Magnesium intake from either a quality diet or supplementation has been shown to significantly improve the symptoms of depression and reduce the risk of depression, but not all of the studies seem to agree. Findings from a 2018 systematic review and meta analysis reveal the following: Adherence to a diet high in magnesium is associated […]
Is Mindfulness An Effective Treatment For Substance Abuse and Drug Addiction? [RESEARCH]
Addiction is tough. I have first-hand experience of the complexities and challenges faced when dealing with addiction, and believe me, there is a lot to consider. The cravings, thought processes, mind chatter, desires and genuine beliefs that you need to get more of a substance just to feel normal can outweigh and override all other […]
Discover What Nutrients Are Hidden in Your Food
Understanding the complexities of nutrition and the complete breakdown of the nutrients contained in your food can be both complicated and overwhelming. With thousands of apps, blogs, forums, websites, advertisements and food suppliers presenting conflicting information with regards to what is contained in foods, and providing commercially driven definitions of what constitutes a healthy diet, […]
Why You Need Vitamin B12 (and How To Get It)
With a growing shift towards vegetarianism and veganism, two questions are commonly asked: Am I getting all the nutrients my body needs? Does my diet support all essential biochemical processes? These are extremely important questions and questions that should be considered by everyone, no matter what your personal food choices or individual dietary preferences. Understanding […]