Sauna therapy is all the rage now with some long term studies from Finland showing numerous benefits for health, performance, longevity and even social isolation. Saunas work by creating a heat stress to the body, similar to the heat stress that is created when you exercise and get your core body temperature up for a period of time. The heat …
Is Evolutionary Mismatch – an integral part of the current chronic health crisis?
Modern humans like to think we are evolved, amazing specimens but really we are from an evolutionary perspective the same humans that we have always been. Our genetic code is the same as it has been for over 10,000 years and in those hunter-gatherer times we evolved with a strong circadian rhythm or a daily rhythm that follows a specific …
Is Dairy Required – for Proper Bone Health?
Do you have to consume dairy to have adequate bone health? Calcium, Vitamin D, Magnesium are all important for proper bone health and maintenance or prevention of osteoporosis (brittle bones). Everyone says ‘Milk does a body good’ and its conventionally thought you must consume diary to have adequate bone health. Well there are a few reasons that you may want …
Why I like Crossfit – perspective from a sports chiropractor & mobility specialist
As a sports chiropractor and mobility specialist the exponential rise in Crossfit has not only given me numerous patients (when they don’t listen to their bodies OR preferably when they want to optimise their bodies) but more importantly dedicated patients who are willing to learn and improve in order to achieve their goals. What is life if one has no …
Better Humans
Better Humans Better humans…..that can be taken in so many ways be a better person, be a better partner but what I mean is an overall better humans. I want to talk about the fact that with our accessible world we have such power to be able to become better humans – physically, mentally, spiritually and in all aspects of …
Is your pillow causing your neck pain?
In our modern society we have so many comforts, technological advances and hacks to make our life easier and more efficient but is this always a good idea. We have apps, automatic door openers, chairs and so much more that provide us with comfort and convenience. Even the cushy pillows we lay our head down on at night can be …
Sleep oh how I love thee…..how I will miss thee in the near future…..
As we soon to embark upon (in a week or so either by force or natural ways) the sleep deprivation that is so common with new-borns I wanted to take this time to blog and reflect on sleep, why its so important, how it can be the game changer when it comes to improving health, wellness and your quality of …
Curcumin / Turmeric Prevents development of Type 2 Diabetes
Turmeric aka Curcumin has been long known to have anti-inflammatory effects on humans both systemically as well as in the intestinal tract when consumed. In a recent study where subjects were given curcumin extract for a period of 9 months it was found that it stopped progression from pre-diabetic state to type 2 diabetes in all subjects in the treatment …
Cashew Cream Ketone Latte
Oooooh this cashew cream latte inspired by little bit of yum’s recipe with added brain octane oil is to die for….no seriously if you love a creamy latte and don’t do well with dairy then this treat is for you. By using cashews which blend up super smooth you get a frothy, foamy latte that satisfies. I have added some …
Healthy Gut Healing Gummies
Hi Everyone, This is one of my absolute favourite recipes to make they are full of gut healing gelatin that will help heal your leaky gut, calm your immune system and provide you with some healthy protein. I use great lakes unflavoured gelatin (buy it here). There are other types out there including vegan/vegetarian ones with a little searching you …