The next and final part of my article is all about water filtration. I have attempted to decipher the different kinds of filter systems so you can make the best choice for your needs and budget. Brita and ZeroWater jugs/pitchers PROS: Cheap and fits easily into the fridge. CONS: Brita provides very minimal filtration. COST: Starts at £19.99 for a Brita (approx $21 in the US) and £55.99 (approx $30 in the US) for a ZeroWater.    A lot of people in the […]

I wish I could put a positive spin on this but unfortunately bottled water presents a dismal picture for consumers and our environment. The industry has capitalised on our fears by producing bottled water. They’ve carbonated it, sourced it from the Fiji mountains and put it in fancy bottles, which when combined with expensive marketing campaigns sells billions. Sales of bottled water have grown globally at an annual average of 6% since 2008 with 238 billion litres sold worldwide in […]

After oxygen, water is the most vital element that keeps us alive. It is needed in constant supply for every single process in the body from digestion, respiration and circulation to lymphatic and hormone function. An adult body is between 55% – 65% water and the brain and heart is composed of approx 73% water. Given this importance, it’s surprising how little thought is given to what is in our water. Most people I know stick to bottled water or […]

I love Coconut oil. I love it because I’ve never come across a product that is so versatile. I used to be a product junky. I had a product for everything. My bedroom and bathroom cabinet was full of a massive array of beauty and cosmetic brands. When I started to study health and nutrition, I noticed time and time again that the subject of cosmetics and beauty products would come up. At first I was so overwhelmed […]

In the heavily debated subject of nutrition there aren’t many things that we all agree on, but there does seem to be at least one and that is the benefits of fresh vegetable juice. This simple practice can dramatically improve your health and combat ageing as an addition to your healthy diet. Here’s why everyone should start the day with a fresh vegetable juice. Eating your 20 a day suddenly became much easier   We all know about the 5-a-day portion of fruit […]

In PART 1 I explained why gut health is so important and what can go wrong. Part 2 brings us onto the good news. There is so much you can do, starting today, that can help you rebuild a healthy gut and restore your health. Start healing your gut now! Healthy Eating to begin healing your gut Healthy eating has to come first and foremost as what we eat and feed our children has such a profound impact. Good […]

It’s strange to think we are made up of trillions of bacteria and that we have more bacteria than human cells. But what does this bacteria do and why is it so important?  Probiotic bacteria covers the surface of our nine metre digestive system from our mouth, through our oesophagus, into our stomach, right through to our small and large intestines. All disease begins in the gut. Hippocrates (460 – 370 BC) Digestion The beneficial bacteria are vital for the effective digestion and absorption […]

Mitochondria are the powerhouse of our cells. This is where food and oxygen are converted to energy. When your mitochondria are not working properly you will have low energy, feel fatigued, lose concentration and memory, age quicker and your metabolism will slow down. Our mitochondria are our life force and a key component in fixing low energy levels. Mitochondria in a cell  Many people try to gain energy through temporary fixes such as drinking coffee, eating sugary junk food or just pushing […]