By Karen Morris We are living in such stressful times now. We seem to be working harder and only feeling the effects of the rising cost of living. And the rates of anxiety and depression are steeply climbing too. We are seeing more stress and worry about the future and how it is impacting all…
By Karen Morris Chronic Stress and Inflammation Did you know that chronic stress is linked to the major causes of disease and death? According to the WHO (World Health Organisation), 7 out of 10 of those are noncommunicable diseases (meaning non-infectious chronic diseases). For example, stroke, diabetes, heart disease, kidney disease and more. The world’s…
By Karen Morris Mental health and anxiety It’s no surprise to hear that 42% of Australians aged 16-85 years have experienced a mental disorder at some time in their life, with anxiety being the most common group (Australian Bureau of Statistics) Mental Health is just as important as your physical health and encompasses so many…
By Karen Morris With the start of Spring, the weather really heated up for us in Sydney. Reports of unusual temperatures reaching big highs, it’s really felt more like Summer already. You may be asking, what happened to Spring? However, we’ve also had a lot of windy days and with all the new spring flowers…
By Karen Morris Vitamin C, also known as ascorbic acid, is a potent antioxidant that helps to protect cells from oxidative stress and to support healthy immune responses. It helps keep your skin, tissues, teeth and bones healthy. Vitamin C helps to form collagen and cartilage, supports healthy blood vessels, and teeth, and increases iron…
By Karen Morris We all get excited at the change of season! Spring is almost upon us; the days are getting warmer and the promise of longer days and finally coming out of hibernation has us itching to break free! So this is an opportune time to look at your health and weight loss goals…
By Karen Morris Some people argue that if you get enough protein in your diet, then you don’t have to supplement. But are you getting enough beneficial protein? And why do you even need it? Protein helps tissues in your body grow. It’s an essential part of your diet that helps you to grow your…
By Karen Morris Our immune system is designed to defend our bodies against invaders such as viruses, bacteria and foreign bodies. Made up of a network of cells, tissues and organs, our immune system is constantly looking out for invaders, ready to attack if need be. And when we have a healthy lifestyle, our immune…
By Karen Morris We often say that everything starts with gut health, and it’s true. Winter time can be one of the hardest times to keep on top of proper nutrition as all you want to do is stay in and eat comfort food. But instead of reaching for the chocolate or chips or eating…
By Karen Morris We’ve had so many people say lately that they’re not getting enough sleep. And it’s so hard during the colder months because winter gives you that feeling of just wanting to hibernate and stay warm and cozy. But how can you do that if you’re not getting enough sleep? And why is…
