Did you know there is a huge community of microorganisms (bacteria, viruses, fungi and archaea) that live in and on our body – outnumbering our cells by 10:1 and our genes by 100:1? The name given to these microbial organisms is ‘The Human Microbiome’.Scientists have been researching this over the last twenty years and have discovered these …
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There has been so much research discussing the nutritional benefits of whole foods in our diet with respect to good health. But recently, scientists involved in the area of Nutrigenomics (the study of how food relates to our genes) have discovered certain chemical substances found naturally, mostly in plants, that help shape our health. These substances are called ‘Bioactives’. …
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Have you ever wondered why two people can eat the exact same foods and experience completely different weight gains and losses? What about those espresso lovers who can have two double shots before bed and sleep like a baby? These, as well as a variety of other reasons behind the differences that exist between us all, can …
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At this moment in time, we are all looking for ways to improve our immune system. We all know that improving our resilience makes us less of a target to environmental triggers and infections. What kind of things affect my immune system? Our immune systems can be affected by many factors other than our genes – such …
