Mental health issues are a huge concern in today’s world that affect a worrying amount of us across the globe. Neuropsychiatric disorders are responsible for 13% of the world’s disease according to the World Health Organization (WHO) and the Mental Health Foundation claims depression is the leading cause of disability worldwide with 40 million years of disability among 20-29-year-olds due to behavioral issues…
Bananas are synonymous with being the food of choice for our closest relatives, primates, who seem to find them quite literally a-peeling. However, this love of bananas seems to be for a very good reason, and if you start eating them every day, you will understand why. Originating from Southeast Asia, the banana has been long used by Chinese healthcare practitioners for lowering…
If we had to make a complete list of the uses and benefits of cannabis, that would have to be a huge one. Below we will explore just a few of the physical and spiritual advantages that cannabis has to offer. Cannabis contains several hundred compounds called cannabinoids and each one holds different properties. What is more impressive is that the human nervous…
Biohacking is becoming an increasingly popular buzzword, but this alone will not help you reach your true potential. Instead, it is vital to develop a good understanding of what biohacking actually is and how it can help you. An Introduction to Biohacking Biohacking is the process of using a wide variety of tools, including nootropic supplements and electronics, to improve your brain and…
Social anxiety affects a surprisingly high number of us. Social anxiety “is an anxiety disorder in which a person has an excessive and unreasonable fear of social situations.” Sufferers of social anxiety will feel deeply uncomfortable both physically and mentally at the thought of BBQs, music festivals, outdoor events, even friendships, and relationships. What was really interesting was a study conducted by the…
Kids lately never spend time in nature. We all know what the tech evolution has done to our children in terms of physical activity. Long gone are the days when children took their play out of the house, given that these days it is common to find many watching TV and playing video games in laptops, gaming machines among others. Now, while tech advancements are…
The lush, dark brown dates are tempting delights. These dry fruits from the Middle Eastern nations are treasure troves of energy. They also contain a wide array of nutrients, including vitamins, minerals such as iron and fluorine, as well as protein. From weight loss and weight gain to constipation, from skincare to stroke, it offers a panacea of benefits to mankind. Here are…
When it comes to anorexia, bulimia and other disorders, we tend to think of them as a female issue. And while it's true that girls and young women are more likely to suffer from eating disorders, men are not immune to these conditions. In fact, males make up as many as 10% of all reported eating disorders, with those numbers rising all the…