From a young age, it’s been drilled into our heads that a healthy diet should aim to include 5 portions of fruit and veg a day. While a good place to start, there appears to be a superior way to think about the types of foods we consume, a concept that takes into...
In many countries around the world, a disparity exists between both teacher and teaching quality, with schools leaving many students ill-equipped with the knowledge and skills necessary for successfully navigating life. Often we hear “do your research”, with the...
If you’ve been scrolling through social media lately, delving into the world of food and nutrition, no doubt you've come across many health professionals singing the praises of fermented foods. But what exactly is fermentation? Why are fermented foods good for you?...
The advent of hormonal contraception was a game-changer to countless people all around the world. It expanded opportunities in many areas including education, economics, sexuality and health. Hormonal contraception whilst undoubtedly liberating, doesn’t come without...
When it comes to bowel movements, fibre is the gold standard for ensuring a smooth ride, so to speak. Known for its poop bulking and regulating properties, fibre is also a vital source of nourishment for the microbes residing in the gut. Thanks to ardent research...
Unfortunately for many people, migraine (a neurological condition causing head pain) and IBS (a gastrointestinal disorder affecting the functioning of the bowel) go hand in hand. Fortunately, research has shown that a diet low in short-chain carbohydrates collectively...
From butterflies in the tummy to gut-wrenching pain, most of us at some point in our lives have experienced feelings associated with the gut. Sometimes we even have the ability to immediately understand a situation without having to think it over, of just knowing; a...
The last two years have been like no other. A dystopian novel brought to life, the recent pandemic has wreaked havoc across the world, changing not only the way we live and work, but perhaps the human microbiome too. Coronavirus, also known as COVID-19, is a...
From anti-wrinkle concoctions to fad diets and detoxes, humans throughout history have gone to great lengths to ward off the most inescapable of afflictions; old age. The secret to longevity has eluded scientists since time immemorial. However, current research into...