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Embarking on a therapy journey can feel a bit like finding your way through a maze. With so many different types of therapy out there, how do you know which one is right for you? Whether you’re new to therapy or looking to switch things up, understanding the different types of therapy is the first step to choose which approach - or a combination - might work best for you. What are the different types of therapy approaches? You might…
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07 Feb 2024
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While the conversation around therapy has definitely exploded over the last few years, there is not enough So let’s break down the basics: What is Therapy? Therapy is an umbrella term for a number of medical treatment approaches that help manage emotional distress. It’s also often called ‘talk therapy’ or psychotherapy. It not only helps reduce the symptoms - such as anger, stress or sadness - but can also help identify root causes of people’s behavior. This, in turn, can…
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06 Feb 2024
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Welcome to our Foundations of Food series – where you can get comprehensive, beginner-friendly guides to the foundations of nutrition, to help you make better, more informed choices about your health. Fats have often been considered the enemy of a healthy diet. But like carbs, they're often misunderstood. Not all fats are bad for you. In fact, healthy fats are an essential component of a well-balanced diet. In this comprehensive guide, the second of our Foundations of Food series, we will unpack…
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01 Feb 2024
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The first of our How to Feel Good series. Check out the other parts of the series here: serotonin, oxytocin, and endorphins. Remember that rush of pleasure you get every time you go shopping? Or bite into that cookie you’ve been craving? Or get a bunch of likes on your latest social media post? That’s the ‘dopamine rush’ - a feeling of pleasure we get because of dopamine, one of the ‘feel-good’ chemicals produced by the brain. Although we tend…
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01 Feb 2024
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Welcome to our Foundations of Food series - where you can get comprehensive, beginner-friendly guides to the foundations of nutrition, to help you make better, more informed choices about your health. Carbs, or carbohydrates, are often the subject of debate in the world of nutrition - ranging from being called ‘essential’ to your diet to being labeled as ‘harmful’. There’s so much information out there to sift through that it often becomes hard to know what to believe. In this…
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17 Jan 2024
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Period pain, also known as menstrual cramps or dysmenorrhea, are cramps and pelvic pain that you may experience during menstruation. This happens because every month, the lining that has built up within the uterus is shed - unless you’re pregnant - and the muscles of the womb contract and relax in an irregular rhythm to do so. Prostaglandins, chemicals that induce uterine muscle contractions, are the primary cause of period pain. Estrogen, one of the primary reproductive hormones in women,…
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17 Jan 2024
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Fast food and its harms
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19 Aug 2023
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Is it common for you to experience bad gas, bloating, diarrhoea, and stomach cramps after eating cheese or consuming a glass of milk? If so, you may be lactose intolerant. The manifestations of this condition may be embarrassing and put you into tough situations. However, with proper precaution and care you can save yourself from being caught with an egg on your face. The science behind it.. The sugar found in milk is called lactose. Lactase is an enzyme, made…
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15 Aug 2023
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The term "addiction" carries significant weight and negative connotations. While some view it as a purposeful act of self-sabotage, it is, in fact, a disease that requires treatment rather than judgment. To help yourself or someone you know struggling with addiction, it's essential to understand its stages, how it develops, and the symptoms that indicate an unhealthy relationship with a substance. Today, we will explore addiction in depth by examining its various stages and symptoms to gain a better understanding…
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14 Aug 2023
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Congratulations, mama-to-be! The moment those two lines appeared on the pregnancy test, your life changed forever. You're now embarking on a journey that will be filled with ups and downs, but rest assured - you're not alone. First-time moms often find themselves overwhelmed by the physical and emotional changes of early pregnancy. But fret not! In this blog post, we'll guide you through some coping strategies that can help make this exciting yet challenging time a bit easier to navigate.…
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14 Aug 2023
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Are you familiar with the infamous protein, gluten? While gluten is safe for most of us, it can cause some serious issues for those who are sensitive to it, especially in the gut. In this blog, we're going to explore the negative impact of gluten on gut health and provide some tips on how to deal with it. Now, here's a fun fact, did you know that the word "gluten" comes from the Latin word for "glue?" It's no wonder…
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14 Aug 2023
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From acne to eczema, skin conditions can be frustrating and difficult to manage. But what if we told you that the key to healthy skin might lie in your gut? Your gut health is like the control centre of your body, responsible for digesting food, absorbing nutrients, and maintaining a healthy balance of bacteria. But did you know that the state of your gut can also affect your skin health? That's right! Research suggests that a healthy gut is crucial…
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13 Aug 2023
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