Grief touches every part of us. Most people recognise its emotional weight – sadness, numbness, anxiety and exhaustion. But grief can also feel like something much harder to describe – a deep emptiness, a hollow space where something precious once lived, or a profound sense of nothingness that quietly sits beneath everything else. For some, [...]
When people think about bone health, they often think about osteoporosis, fractures or ageing. But by the time a diagnosis is made or a bone breaks unexpectedly, the underlying process has often been unfolding quietly for years - sometimes decades. Bone loss does not happen overnight. It is typically a slow and silent process that [...]
Flaxseed oil, chia seeds, hemp seeds and walnuts are often praised for being rich in plant-based omega-3s. These foods provide alpha-linolenic acid (ALA), an essential omega-3 fatty acid - essential means that the body can’t make it and must obtain it from food. But ALA is only part of the omega-3 story. To really understand [...]
While the phrase “leaky gut” can mean different things to different people, the underlying concept it refers to - increased intestinal permeability - is well recognised and increasingly studied. The gut lining plays a critical role in how we absorb nutrients, interact with microbes and defend against potential threats - so when this barrier becomes [...]
Magnesium citrate or magnesium glycinate? What’s the difference, really? It’s a question we’re often asked in store: what’s the difference between magnesium citrate and magnesium glycinate? Both are popular forms of supplemental magnesium, and both come in capsule form—but is one better than the other? Are their effects actually different? Or is the benefit mostly [...]
Life commitments can be overwhelming. Unfortunately, stress is part of everyone`s life, but the good news is that there are plenty of tools to deal with it. Support your gut Gut and brain communicate with each other. Thus, a healthy gut is essential for your mental health. Focus on wholefood, including plenty of veggies and [...]
The question often gets asked what is the difference between naturopaths, nutritionists and dieticians? Are they all the same with different names or are they different specialties? There does seem to be some confusion between these three different modalities. Here is some insight so it may make things clearer, particularly if you are considering [...]
Peter Christinson (Student Naturopath) Whether it's been a long day at work and you're still a bit peckish after dinner, or you're just a little brain-dead and looking for some serious nourishment after a study session, this is a quick, easy and nutritious treat, which satisfies every time. With a base of yoghurt this treat [...]
By Marilyn Lemaire and Isabella Walton, Naturopaths at VIVE I wrote this article on Metabolic Syndrome because I have an intense interest on how prolonged sitting contributes to this syndrome (prolonged sitting is covered here). This article precedes that, intended to generate awareness of this lifestyle disease. “Lifestyle Diseases” cripple our health care system and [...]
This is a breakfast I recommend to all of my clients - it's very quick and just divine! A breakfast like this is a great way to pack veggies into the start of your day and will keep you full all morning. Get creative with different spices and fresh herbs to change it up. You [...]
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