Category: latest lifestyle articles
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Martin Gillespie: Take control of your metabolic health and corporate wellbeing strategy
Martin Gillespie is a health optimisation strategist, keynote speaker, and advocate for metabolic wellbeing in modern leadership and workplace performance. Drawing from lived experience as a cancer thriver and relentless researcher, Martin bridges the gap between cutting-edge science and practical lifestyle transformation. He works with forward-thinking individuals and organisations to build resilient human systems — from… Read more
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Who is Prof Tim Noakes?
Prof Tim Noakes is an absolute legend, ranked in the top 3 scientists in South Africa. He has run over 70 marathons and ultra marathons and has written several books on exercise and diet and has advised many top athletes including the likes of the Springbok rugby team and swimmer, Lewis Pugh. Amongst his books… Read more
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Lift heavy stuff…
There’s far more to strength training than just the body composition benefits. As we grow older we start to lose muscle mass. As well as the obvious loss of strength, muscles also help mop up some of the excess glucose so losing muscle also doesn’t help when it comes to insulin resistance either. Strength training… Read more
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The battle against sugar addiction: A guide to taking control
Having just finished a course on addictive eating we were shown slides of PET scans whereby you could see exactly that. Sugar actually chemically changes your brain and impacts the prefrontal cortex, the part of the brain that makes decisions. The first bite you take is your decision, after that sugar is in control. We… Read more
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Let’s take a look at seed oils…
Seed oils have been widely promoted as being “heart healthy” and are promoted as the ultimate alternative to saturated fats that are still wrongly being condemned for the rise in heart disease. An array of issues It wasn’t until the 1900’s that we saw the introduction of seed oils such as rapeseed (canola), soybean, corn,… Read more
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The benefits of grounding for human health
Do you practice grounding? Grounding (also known as earthing) refers to the practice of making direct physical contact with the Earth’s surface. This can be done by walking barefoot on the grass, sand, or soil, or by using grounding devices that simulate this connection indoors. While it may seem such a simple thing to do,… Read more
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The importance of sleep & top tips for a good night’s sleep
The Importance of Sleep Despite its huge importance, many people suffer from a lack of quality sleep. Sleep plays a critical role in our health and wellbeing. Many essential things happen during sleep, the body undergoes various restorative processes. Tissue growth and muscle repair occur aided by the release of growth hormones. Additionally, sleep helps… Read more
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The benefits of infrared saunas
Infrared saunas have become increasingly popular for their numerous health benefits, offering a modern twist on traditional sauna therapy. Unlike conventional saunas that use heat to warm the air, infrared saunas use infrared light to penetrate and heat the body directly, providing a range of physical and mental health advantages. Detoxification One of the primary… Read more
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The benefits of cold water therapy
A natural and effective wellness practice Cold water therapy, often referred to as cold immersion or hydrotherapy, has gained significant popularity for its myriad health benefits. This ancient practice, which involves immersing the body in cold water for a short period, is lauded for its physical and mental health advantages. Reduce inflammation One of the… Read more