IV INFUSION OF VITAMINS: A SCAM?
In the past few years, more people have been trying intravenous (IV) therapy, believing it brings various health advantages like more energy detoxification and a better immune system. However, as with any trend in the health and wellness industry, skepticism and controversy surround the effectiveness and legitimacy of IV therapy. What is Intravenous vitamin therapy? […]
Calorie Composition vs. Counting : What Really Matters
It’s easy to get caught up in “calorie counting” or “eating clean” when trying to improve health or lose weight. But what if I told you that neither of these approaches alone gives you the full picture? While both have their place, understanding macronutrients—proteins, carbohydrates, and fats—can be the key to optimising your diet and […]
Calorie Counting or Eating Clean: What’s really better for Weight Loss?
It’s easy to get caught up in “calorie counting” or “eating clean” when trying to improve health or lose weight. But what if I told you that neither of these approaches alone gives you the full picture? While both have their place, understanding macronutrients—proteins, carbohydrates, and fats—can be the key to optimising your diet and […]
How To Tell If Your Food Is Organic
If you’re trying to make better food choices for your health and the environment, you may have considered organic foods. But how do you tell if a food is truly organic or not? Labels Organic food labels are the perfect way to ensure that the food you are purchasing is truly certified organic. Mostly these […]
Paris Olympics: Perspective of a Psychologist
As we all decompress from the high of the Paris Olympics and gear up for the Paralympics, let’s reflect on a few learnings from the momentous event. Mental Health is Priority: Sports is as mental as it is physical. Simon Biles has been one of the advocates to bring the paradigm shift in athlete’s mindset. […]
Let’s Get Mental
Traditionally, sports have been viewed as primarily beneficial to physical health. However, there’s a growing awareness of their substantial impact on mental well-being. Sports contribute significantly to an individual’s psychological, emotional, and social development. Sports fosters character. Participating in sports can help individuals develop traits like leadership, sportsmanship, strategic thinking, risk taking and a positive […]
Does Melatonin Really Help You Sleep?
What is it? Melatonin is a neurohormone, secreted by the pineal gland in the brain and it regulates the sleep/wake cycle. Light suppresses melatonin synthesis. It is also found in a variety of foods, although typically in small amounts such as tomatoes, walnuts and some cereals like barley and rye. Function & Benefits As a […]
Work Smarter and not just Harder
Ever feel like you are running on a hamster wheel, putting in endless hours but not seeing the results you desire? It’s time to switch gears and discover the magic of working smarter and not just harder. In a world driven by productivity and efficiency, the age-old adage “Work smarter, not just harder” has never […]
Unlocking the Power of Beta-Alanine: The Ultimate Guide
What is Beta-Alanine? Beta-alanine is a non-essential amino acid that is naturally produced in the body and can also be obtained through dietary sources like meat and fish. Beta-alanine plays a crucial role in the synthesis of carnosine, a dipeptide found in high concentrations in skeletal muscle tissue. Supplementation is therefore necessary in situations of […]
NMN: Your Anti-Aging Secret Revealed
What is it? In June of 2018, the World Health Organisation (WHO) released the 11th edition of its International Classification of Diseases, and for the first time added “ageing”. The classification of ageing as a disease paves the way for new research into novel therapeutics to delay or reverse it. Nicotinamide mononucleotide (NMN) is a […]