Magnesium falls under the classification of a macro mineral, meaning it is required by the body in larger quantities than micro (trace) minerals. It is the fourth most abundant mineral in the human body, with about 50% of magnesium being found in bones and the majority of the other half inside the cells of tissues…

Iron is an essential micro mineral required by the body for oxygen transportation through the blood. Haemoglobin represents about two thirds of the body’s iron and if you don’t have enough iron your body, your body will not be able to produce enough oxygen carrying red blood cells. This lack of red blood cells is…

Minerals are naturally occurring elements found in the earth. They forms parts of rocks and stone that over time erode to become soil. Through the soil they are passed into plants and to the animals that eat them, and finally to humans through the food we consume. Minerals are essential to the function of the…

The short and simple answer is yes! But let us convince you why. Firstly the body is composed of about 70% water. It is essential for life. Humans can survive around 30-40 days without food, and many have survived longer. But without water it’s only about 3 days. Brain function. The brain consists mostly of…

Did you know that there are literally tens of thousands of chemicals in use in the western world? The US has over 80,000 known chemicals is use. These chemicals, some which are natural and many man-made, can be toxic and often make their way into the body. For example this can be through breathing them…

Winter is almost here and the flu season is upon us so now is the time to build up your immune system to help keep you healthy during this time. There are a number of things you can do to make sure you keep your immune system in shape. * Exercise. Even though the days…

The practice of meditation has been recently gaining popularity and with good reason! It has, in the past, been seen as a practice for Buddhist monks or Indian gurus who will sit in stillness or chanting for hours. And while that form of practice does occur and is wonderful for some, for many finding that…

In October 2012 the American Academy of Pediatrics ranked neurofeedback as “Level 1 Best Support” treatment for the behavioural symptoms of ADHD. This report is created twice per year to guide practitioners, parents and educators in developing appropriate plans for psychosocial interventions. To reach Level 1 Best Support ranking a treatment is evaluated and must…