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When it comes to our taste buds, we often seek out familiar flavours – think sweet, salty and savoury – but there's a whole world of culinary experiences awaiting those willing to embrace the pungent side of the spectrum. We’ll be sharing our top 4 stinky nutritional powerhouses – you might just find they become fast favourites!

In the hustle and bustle of our modern lives, stress has become an unwelcome companion that affects our mental and physical well-being. While it's impossible to eliminate stress entirely, mindfulness meditation offers a powerful tool to manage and reduce its impact. Here’s how it works and why you should try it today.

There’s nothing sunny about an outbreak of scaly, itchy, burning psoriasis – but researchers have found an interesting link between low levels of the sunshine vitamin and the severity of symptoms. With National Psoriasis Awareness month upon us, it’s time we unpack what the condition entails, along with the risk factors and the latest news on what really causes this notorious rash.                               

In the world of Japanese cuisine, miso holds its rightful place as a flavourful and nutritious staple. This ancient superfood, known for its rich umami taste, has been a culinary cornerstone in Japan for centuries – and for good reason. Let’s find out how this delicious ferment earned its rightful place on the superfood board.

Keen to continue healing your gut but feeling anxious about navigating the social side of things? We know how hard it can be to explain dietary choices to friends and family – especially if it means we’re skipping that late night Macca’s run! But don’t worry, that’s what we’re here for. We’ll be setting you up with a number of simple techniques to assert yourself gracefully and effortlessly.

Yes, organic does make a difference – and we’re not just talking about the price tag! Here’s how organic yoghurt will save you money in the long run by improving your health, reducing your exposure to pesticides and boosting your digestion. Plus, we unpack the many reasons why we’re such fans of yoghurt here at IQS.

In today's fast-paced world, it's easy to get caught up in the hustle and bustle, letting our gut health fall to the wayside. One of the easiest ways we can ensure our body can absorb those much-needed nutrients is by activating the “rest and digest” mode. Here’s how you can do this right now.

Worried about hot flashes, sleepless nights and mood swings around the corner? There’s a lot to learn when it comes to menopause, but don’t worry, in the latest episode of the Unprocessed podcast, we’ve found ourselves in the arms of a hormone health guru with a host of simple tips and tricks to ease the path to perimenopause.

Ever wondered what sets prebiotics apart from probiotics? They both play an important role in gut health, engaging in something of a symbiotic relationship – but is either more important? And where do you find them? Pull up a chair and pour a cuppa – we’ll give you the rundown.

In the world of bread, few varieties can rival the earthy, tangy charm of sourdough. But beyond its delightful flavour and rustic appeal, its home to a host of impressive health benefits.

We all have a trillions-sized dose of bacteria in our gut – we need these guys for digestion, immunity and nutrient absorption – but sometimes things can get a little out of control. Small intestinal bacterial overgrowth (SIBO) is a condition affecting, well, the small intestine, and if you’ve got it, you’ll likely know it. It causes a host of distressing symptoms, from diarrhoea to malnutrition – here’s what you need to know.