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In today's fast-paced world, stress has become a common companion for many – but you might not know that your comfort foods could be making it worse. Here are 5 foods that will actually lower your stress levels, and improve your whole-body health as well.

It’s 3pm and you’re struggling to get that burst of energy to make it through to the end of the day – fear not, we’ve got a few unusual techniques to get you back in the zone.

Recent research has unveiled a compelling link between imbalances in the gut microbiome and the development of autoimmune disorders – it turns out, what we put in our bodies has a major effect on these distressing conditions. 

What do Okinawa, Icaria, the Nicoya Peninsula, Sardinia and Loma Linda have in common? They’re home to some of the most substantial populations of overwhelmingly disease-free people who’ve crossed the 100-year mark. But what sets them apart from the rest of their countries – and the world? That’s what we’re here to find out.

Choline might be lesser-known than other nutrients, but its role in promoting optimal health cannot be underestimated – from boosting brain health to preventing heart disease. Unfortunately, many of us aren’t getting enough of the stuff! Here are 5 choline-packed foods to chow down on.

The parasympathetic nervous system is the key to calming anxiety and getting that heart rate back down – but when you’re in the midst of stress and chaos, it can be hard to achieve those peaceful feelings. The good news is, there are a few simple techniques that can trigger this system in a matter of moments.

The short answer? Yes. Now for the long answer – the gut influences every facet of our lives, from our mental state to cognitive wellbeing, sleep hygiene and whole-body health. Here’s why your gut is the secret to a long, healthy life. 

Breathwork is a criminally underrated relaxation practise that can benefit everything from our gut health to our mental health and sleep cycle – so why isn’t everyone doing it? Well, for starters, many of us haven’t even heard of the thing! Let’s find out what it is, why it works and how you can get started anywhere, any time for the low cost of $0.00.

Sweet potatoes aren’t just an alternative to your regular old spud – they’re a force of their own. Packed with impressive nutrients and boasting a subtle sweetness that pairs perfectly with all manner of flavours – from savoury to dessert – there’s a lot to love about sweet potatoes.

There’s no time like the present, and this sage saying is most pertinent in the context of gut health. Here are 3 short and simple reasons it’s time to put your gut first.