The Ice Man’s Method
What the hell is a Wim Hof? Well, it’s not a what, it’s a who. And he’s pretty cool actually. Wim Hof is also known as “The Iceman” after achieving some amazing feats all in the freezing cold. He has…
Link Between Impulsivity And Weightloss In Children
A new study has shown that there may be a link between impulsivity and greater weightloss in children being treated for obesity. The Seattle Children's Research Institute studied of 54 obese children and 22 healthy weight children aged between 9…
High Omega-6 levels Can Protect Against Premature Death
A new study has shown that having high levels of omega-6 in the blood can protect against premature death. The University of Eastern Finland (UEF) is conducting an ongoing study to determine whether or not the levels of blood linoleic…
My Brain Tumour Didn’t Stop Me!
From being diagnosed with a brain tumour to becoming ‘Head of Barre’ at Psycle London Rod Buchanan is a truly remarkable person. In 2010 professionally trained dancer, Rod Buchanan was devastated by the news of being diagnosed with a meningioma;…
Is Juicing Actually Healthy? A Doctor Explains
Juicing: well known as being an easy way to get a bit more fruit and veg into your diet and has also been used as a weight loss aid. But is it actually as good for you as you think?…
When We Lose Weight, Where Does It Go?
Do you know? We didn't think so... Weight loss is one of those things you hear about everywhere; magazines, TV, conversations in hairdressers and cafes. But for so many people talking about it, how many of them actually understand where…
High-energy Breakfast Promotes Weight Loss
Did you hear the one about breakfast being the most important meal of the day? It sure is, especially for people with obesity and type 2 diabetes! A diet of three meals per day, where breakfast is the largest, followed…
The Obesity Paradox Has Been Challenged
Just like a good Mythbusters episode, researchers have gone and blown the ‘obesity paradox’ theory out of the water. While some schools of thought believed that being overweight didn’t necessarily mean you were at higher risk of heart disease, a…
Six Common Misconceptions About Meditation
Summon your inner yogi. Well known for both its mental health and stress-reducing benefits, meditation can still be somewhat of a mystery. But a recent article has shed some light on some of the most common misconceptions around the ancient…
The Sure Way To Lower Blood Pressure
Hey you, why don't you climb stairs to lower blood pressure and strengthen leg muscles.... Yes it might seem like a no-brainer, but climbing stairs is good for you! And it may have even more benefits for postmenopausal women who…
