THE IMPORTANCE OF SLEEP

“Good sleep requires fairly vigorous metabolism and a normal body temperature. In old age, the metabolic rate is decreased, and sleep becomes defective.” Ray Peat. PhD The key to quality sleep is high energy metabolism and maintaining optimal body temperature (36.6’C-37’C). Ample energy is required to relax fully and sleep deeply. Children sleep well because

Is predisposition predestined?

You do not have to sit back and and accept your going to have an illness because it runs in the family, get fat because curves run in the family, have a diagnosis because so and so in your blood line had it. One of the biggest break throughs in medicine is that you have

10 WAYS TO HONOUR YOUR HORMONES.

10 WAYS TO HONOUR YOUR HORMONES.   Enjoy regular movement and exercise that you enjoy. Eat whole foods to nourish and fuel your body . Respect your natural sleep chronotype and circadian rhythm.  Take time to understand the different phases of the menstrual cycle. Spend time in nature and practice grounding . Learn the root causes of your stress

Busting 8 Diet Myths

Myth 1: Carbohydrates are fattening and should be limited when trying to lose weight. Many foods high in starch, like bread, rice, pasta, cereals, beans, fruits, and some vegetables (like potatoes and yams) are low in fat and calories. They become high in fat and calories when eaten in large portion sizes or when covered

Movement is therapy

Movement or Exercise is physical and mental therapy. A big component of health and wellness is movement. This is why I love what I do! Physical activity is used as a treatment therapy for many chronic illnesses, to rehab injuries and to relieve mental illness and depression. In the age of sedentary lifestyles, desk bound