The epitome of manifested physical health is a long, thick mane of hair. From children’s stories about magical locks to the rows of colourful hair treatment bottles on shelves and in stores, we are taught very early on that hair is important and needs to be cared for! Unfortunately, not all of us are blessed with thick hair that grows quickly. A lot of this is determined by genetics and environmental factors, but interestingly enough your hair growth and health can be directly influenced by your gut! The gut microbiome not only supports the production of some of the nutrients needed for growing hair, it also can regulate the hormones that control the transition between the anagen, catagen, and telogen...
Aloe ferox is a tall single-stemmed aloe which has a wide distribution, ranging over 1000 km from the south western Cape through to southern KwaZulu-Natal. Aloe ferox is one of the most widely used medicinal plants today, with the most intense detoxifying action of all aloe species, being used in the treatment of various diseases, including obesity. Aloe Vera VS Aloe Ferox In Aloe Ferox, the bitter Aloin is found just under the skin and can be easily separated from the gel-like inner leaf. However, in Aloe Vera, the Aloin is found throughout the leaf and is extracted via a chemical process. Aloe Ferox, unlike Aloe Vera, never has to be filtered. Scientifically proven to penetrate the skin to the...
Gut Health is one of the biggest wellness trends to surface in a while, and rightfully so. Achieving and maintaining a healthy gut microbiome aids in the digestion of the foods you eat, absorbs nutrients, and uses it to fuel and maintain your body. So, if your gut is imbalanced and your immune system isn't working properly, your serotonin and hormones won't either, making it more challenging to stay healthy. Unfortunately, it can be difficult for us to know what to believe amidst the ever-mounting new gut health findings as well as misinformation and myths online. From bloating to stomach ulcers, to beans and alcohol, read on as we separate the facts from the fiction when it comes to gut...
These days, having a good relationship with food is a rarity. The pressure to look or feel a certain way about our bodies has distorted our thinking and behaviors surrounding nutrition. That being said, the emphasis being put on health and wellness in place of weight loss has never been more prevalent. Which means we’re understanding that our relationship with food has to change for the better so that we can live long, happy and fulfilling lives! Having a good relationship with food isn’t something you can achieve overnight, but rather, something that you’ll likely have to work on your entire life - just as you’d work on your relationship with yourself and others. It’s an ongoing process filled...
Dreaded eczema. It can be itchy, uncomfortable and worst of all, an unpredictable condition. For some people, the dry, indoor air of winter causes flare-ups. But for others, it's warmer weather where there’s increased sweating, outdoor allergens, and increased exposure to sunlight. This can all ignite a bout of itching, rashes, and other symptoms. Weather aside, let’s look at the exact definition, causes and treatments. Eczema (also called atopic dermatitis) is a condition that causes your skin to become dry, red, itchy and bumpy. It's one of many types of dermatitis. Eczema damages the skin barrier function. This loss of barrier function makes your skin more sensitive and more prone to infection and dryness. It’s caused by a combination of...
