Vitamin D: the SUNSHINE VITAMIN
d: THE SUNSHINE VITAMIN It’s a marvel of human evolution; our skin can harness the power of the sun and make vitamin D. Functions Promotes calcium absorption in the gut Maintains bone health Mental health Immunity Neuromuscular function Insulin secretion Maintains serum potassium calcium balance Metabolism Sun Exposure Our skin is a vitamin manufacturing machine. […]
THE PROMISE OF DNA TESTING
In the realm of personalized healthcare, understanding the intricate details of your genetic makeup can be a game-changer. By analyzing specific genetic markers, enabling personalized insights into your health profile, tailored nutrition, lifestyle recommendations, and herbal medicine protocols to your unique genetic makeup. The benefits of DNA testing extend far beyond mere curiosity about ancestry. […]
Immunity Honey
Herbalists have been infusing honey with medicinal plants for thousands of years. The traditional name for it is ‘Mel’. It’s the original spoonful of sugar helping the medicine go down. We have some of the world’s best honey in NZ, made by the tireless honeybee. Did you know that one worker bee makes 0.08 of […]
Lunar Gardening
Moon, aka Lunar gardening, is an ancient practice that has been around for centuries across various cultures. The earliest records of lunar gardening date back to ancient Babylon, where farmers used the lunar cycles to determine the best times to plant and harvest crops. In the Middle Ages, lunar gardening became more widespread throughout Europe, […]
Prebiotics and Probiotics
Prebiotics are non-digestible plant fibres that are food for the beneficial bacteria in the gut. These plant fibres resist digestion in the small intestine and travel to the colon where they are fermented by the gut microbiota, producing short-chain fatty acids (SCFAs) such as butyrate, propionate, and acetate. These SCFAs provide numerous health benefits, including […]
Breathing to beat anxiety
Breathwork, the intentional practice of controlling the breath, dates to ancient times, with the earliest known references coming from India around 2,500 years ago. The practice of pranayama, which is a Sanskrit word meaning “extension of the breath,” was developed by ancient yogis to improve overall health and well-being. The idea behind pranayama is that […]