Lifeplus Wellness (Gut and digestion)
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2024
10
April
2024
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16:19
Europe/Amsterdam
What affects gut health and why gut health matters so much in maintaining good health. Gut health has taken centre stage in the world of natural health for many years and it is finally breaking into the mainstream – but do you know why gut health …
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27
March
2024
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10:41
Europe/Amsterdam
Water is essential to life. Our bodies are made up of around 60% water so if we don’t keep this topped up, we run the risk of dehydration and illness. You literally cannot survive without water.
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2023
01
September
2023
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19:28
Europe/Amsterdam
One of the most vital aspects of basic bodily functions and deeper mental and physiological wellness lies in a cranial nerve that connects the brain to the major organs and body systems. While often we think about health and well-being in terms of …
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01
September
2023
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18:38
Europe/Amsterdam
Stimulating the vagus nerve plays an important role in regulating many different bodily functions and promoting overall well-being. Being a key component of the autonomic nervous system, the vagus nerve controls many involuntary processes in the …
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24
May
2023
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08:50
Europe/Amsterdam
From snuggling up after a long day to enjoying a nature walk on a beautiful afternoon, pets can be cherished companions in accompanying one through life. Anyone who has experienced the unconditional love a pet can give knows how invaluable this …
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2022
17
October
2022
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11:33
Europe/Amsterdam
Did you know that certain chemicals in our bodies (four neurotransmitters, to be exact) influence our levels of happiness?
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21
January
2022
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13:40
Europe/Amsterdam
Considering the nutritional value of bone broth paired with its deliciousness, it’s no wonder this simple concoction is on-trend.
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17
January
2022
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12:40
Europe/Amsterdam
A crisp fall morning may call for a pumpkin spice coffee and a snowy winter afternoon can mean hot chocolate all around, but mindful hydration in cooler months should go beyond the occasional seasonal beverage.
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07
January
2022
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15:07
Europe/Amsterdam
If you think fresh and nutrient-dense foods are only available in warmer months, think again. Winter is a wonderful time of year to take advantage of the abundance of delicious and nutritious foods.
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07
January
2022
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14:30
Europe/Amsterdam
Winter is a time of hibernation in nature. For humans, this can make shopping for fresh produce feel stark and desolate. If you find yourself missing the sweet strawberries and ripe tomatoes of summer, don’t fret. Winter offers an abundance of …
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2021
21
December
2021
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16:29
Europe/Amsterdam
Most of us know that when we’re sluggish, have gained unwanted pounds, and just aren’t feeling like ourselves that it’s probably time to detox.
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17
December
2021
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15:04
Europe/Amsterdam
In addition to the beautiful change of nature’s colours, the crisp feel of an autumn morning, and the cosiness of the early evening twilight, for many, falling in love with fall includes enjoying the rich, nutrient-dense foods that fill our …
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09
September
2021
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15:59
Europe/Amsterdam
Our bodies work in weird and wonderful ways! It might seem strange, but sometimes, things that affect one part of your body can also have an impact on a totally different part too. One such relationship is now thought to exist between gut health and …
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11
February
2021
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11:25
Europe/Amsterdam
Most of us know what protein is. Along with carbohydrates and fats, it makes up the three most important macronutrients of our diet. Research has shown why it’s so beneficial as part of a balanced and healthy diet, as it plays a key role in …
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14
January
2021
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15:44
Europe/Amsterdam
Mental illness accounts for a significant proportion of global health. This is why it poses such a substantial social, economic and health worry.1
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2020
10
December
2020
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17:15
Europe/Amsterdam
Antibiotic resistance has the potential to impact human health across the globe and is a top point of action for the World Health Organisation.
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10
October
2020
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21:44
Europe/Amsterdam
Aside from contributing to our DNA, what else does Zinc do for us? It’s surprising just how much!
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29
September
2020
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10:21
Europe/Amsterdam
Don’t we all wish there was a magic button that made our day-to-day tasks go twice as fast, so that we had more time to do the things we actually want to do? Until we discover some magic technique or device, doing the laundry is always going to take …
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06
August
2020
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09:43
Europe/Amsterdam
Sooner or later, if you are exploring the world of nutritional supplements you will come across the term ‘bioavailability’. It sounds slightly off putting, but is actually an extremely important factor in whether supplements are effective or …
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