What are some great ways to stay healthy as we age? What are the areas that we should focus on? None of us are getting younger and all of us think ageing won’t happen to us…until it does. It starts with niggles and minor changes to skin or hair, muscles, bones, gums and even teeth, and then the day comes when we suddenly realise ageing has arrived. One of the biggest issues we face with ageing is Cognition. Until recently we thought there was not much we could do about cognitive decline. That’s all changed. Research has taught us that cognitive decline begins in the gut and there are many other factors and co-contributors than can give us control over...
As the largest organ in the body our skin reflects our health and nutrition status. The aging of the skin can be divided into 2 distinct processes: Intrinsic aging - meaning aging in chronological terms which as a dynamic organ affects the skin in the same way as all internal organs Extrinsic aging - is a result of external factors and the environment, especially chronic exposure to sun, UV radiation, smoking, alcohol consumption, pollution, sleep deprivation and inappropriate nutrition. While we can’t do much about intrinsic aging or genetics, there are many tricks to preventing skin aging from extrinsic causes. The best prevention strategy against the harmful action of free radicals is a well-regulated lifestyle (low carbohydrates, body care and...
Do you regularly feel that you’re not quite thinking straight? You’re often forgetting some words or ideas? You seem vague? Your mood is always down, or unpredictable? You may be suffering from Leaky Brain. Leaky Brain manifests as multiple signs and symptoms, so pay attention to these warning signs and don’t ignore them. What are the Signs and Symptoms of a Leaky Brain? Brain fog or difficulty concentrating Chronic fatigue that does not improve with rest or sleep Headaches or migraines that come on suddenly become worse with standing, and grow more severe as the day progresses Memory loss or another cognitive decline which may lead to dementia and Alzheimer’s disease Mood disorders, particularly anxiety, depression, and schizophrenia Peripheral neuropathy or muscular sclerosis Seizures ADD/ADHD/Autism spectrum...
Dietary characteristics of the Mediterranean diet include Vegetables as a staple and predominantly drizzled with olive oil Wild greens were eaten in abundance and as a variety, as near as 70 different types have been identified Fruits are in abundance and are the main sweet Grains are minimally processed and therefore with all nutritious elements consumed Olives and olive oil are central and the principal source of dietary fat Fish and shellfish are important source of healthy protein and are usually eaten grilled Cheese and yoghurt are the main source of dairy and are sourced from goats and sheep’s milk Nuts, legumes and seeds are a good source of healthy fat, protein and fiber Herbs and spices are used liberally...
Okay, so you’ve just heard there’s another lockdown coming….your heart sinks…here we go again. All those best made plans go up in a puff of smoke. Those of us balancing kids, jobs, home schooling and school holidays just about managed the first time…but you’re not quite sure how you’ll cope with this round. And how do we just switch of and block out the endless, numbing news feeds increasing our stress levels all day? I have found that routine and a little planning structure goes a long way. And building in time away from screens is a must. Here’s some options Prepare for your day with a timetable or list. Planning your day – including rest, cooking, washing, work, exercise gives us a sense of control and achievement. Don’t over...
