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How to Boost Magnesium from Your Diet
Magnesium is a critical mineral essential for numerous bodily functions, yet many people fail to consume enough of it through their diet. Today we’ll take a look at some simple ways to boost magnesium intake from your diet. Importance of Magnesium As one of the most abundant minerals in the human body, magnesium is involved in over 300 biochemical reactions. These include muscle and nerve function, blood glucose control, and protein synthesis. It also plays a crucial role in bone structure and the synthesis of DNA and RNA. Benefits of Magnesium Enhances Muscle and Nerve Function: Magnesium is vital for muscle contraction and relaxation, helping to prevent cramps and spasms. It…
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TATT: Tired all the Time
Feeling tired all the time seems to have become a common modern-day complaint, so much so that it even has its own acronym, TATT (tired all the time). We all feel tired now and again when we go through a stressful period or are not getting enough rest. This type of fatigue is temporary, has an identifiable cause and can usually be resolved with some self-care, rest or change in diet or lifestyle and is very different from feeling TATT, which is constant and often felt for prolonged periods of time. Feeling TATT can significantly reduce motivation and concentration and impact an individual’s emotional and psychological wellbeing. Feeling TATT can…
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Why am I Always so Tired?
Why am I always tired? Do you ask yourself this question? If so, how often do you ask it? It’s a difficult one when it comes to health and wellbeing, because you could be feeling tired because you are going through a super busy or stressful period and are not managing to get as much rest as your body needs to recover. It could also be a sign of something else that requires attention. If that is your gut feeling, then it should be explored with your GP. If after testing, the GP rules that there is “nothing wrong with you”, but you are still feeling tired, continue reading as…
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You Are What Your Gut Absorbs
Good health starts in the gut. We now know that about 70% of the immune system resides in the gut. So, to improve our whole health, we must pay attention to our gut and more importantly the little critters called the microbiome that live there. The microbiome consists of trillions of friendly gut bacteria in our digestive tract which not only ward off bad bacteria and viruses, but also effect every part of the body including your hormones, mood, and sleep. If your gut is impaired, you will not be able to digest food easily and more importantly, you will not be able to extract the nutrients from the food…
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The Importance of Omega-3s in Joint Health
When looking to improve your joint health, omega-3s are usually one of the main supplements you will come across, and that’s for good reason. Omega-3s are a type of fat that we can’t make in our bodies, so we need to get this essential nutrient from our diets. Research consistently shows the benefits of increasing the intake of omega-3s in supporting our health where any form of inflammation occurs, including joint health in the treatment of arthritic conditions. Omega-3 sources Chronic inflammation lies at the root of many painful joint problems. Omega-3s have particular affinity for bringing inflammation back into balance. Dietary sources include nuts and seeds such as flaxseeds,…
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Practitioner Spotlight – Vanya Maksimova @Plant Powered Kitchen – Nutritional Therapy – London
What therapies do you practice? Nutritional Therapy What led you to do what you do? My success in healing my own body and I’ve always been passionate about helping people. What’s the best thing about doing the work you do? Seeing the progress in my clients journey. It’s very rewarding. To find out more about Vanya and how she can help you, visit her listing and contact her here. Are you ready for greater health and wellbeing? Search Holistic Room for qualified holistic health practitioners for your unique needs, or email us at support@holisticroom.com and we’ll get back to you promptly.
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Natural Remedies for Hay Fever Sufferers
It’s that time of year again when many of us suffer with dreaded hay fever. Symptoms range from sneezing and coughing, a runny or blocked nose, itchy, red or watery eyes through to headaches leaving us feeling tired and searching for solutions. Diet and Nutrition If you don’t like the idea of popping pills to treat your symptoms, there are many natural options you can try. One option is to take a nutritional approach by changing your diet and incorporating more “low-histamine” foods to help ease symptoms. There is also a myriad of supplements that can address the symptoms such as vitamin c, which is a known natural…
