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Tummy trouble? Psyllium has been on the radar of those in the know in the natural health world for quite some time now, but more recently the seeds and husks of this plant have seen a steady increase in popularity with those suffering with digestive complaints. Now often found in the convenient form of health supplements (such as capsules, drinks and food-based powders), let’s take a look at the ways in which psyllium may be able to support health – and healthy digestion, more particularly. What is psyllium? Psyllium comes from a plant called Plantago ovata, which is native to...

The balanced diet challenge If you are a vegan, you will no doubt know how hard it can be to ensure that you are getting all of the vitamins, minerals and other essential nutrients that you need on a daily basis, as a result of the dietary restrictions involved in your chosen lifestyle. Plant-based diets, while certainly capable of being fully balanced and (in many cases) healthier than the average meat-eater’s diet, can pose certain challenges that vegans should bear in mind – particularly if their aim is to achieve optimal health and nutrition. For example, watching out for low...

As you pass through your day, undertaking your normal daily activities, you probably won’t be thinking about all the essential nutrients in your body, working in synergy to make those activities possible. Amongst them, amino acids – the building blocks of protein. Amino acids A massive 40% of the human body is made up of protein (in the absence of water) and, as such, this macro-nutrient plays a crucial role in almost all biological processes. For instance, amino acids: -make up a large proportion of our cells, muscles and tissues, helping to give them structure-they play a key role in...