Changing habits is not easy. Do you know that it takes an average of 83 days to form a new habit? Research shows that our strongest habits have formed greater neural pathways in our brains. This explains why we find it challenging to change a daily habit we have...
Let’s face it – we have all experienced some kind of brain fog – forgotten facts, misplaced keys, difficulty concentrating, and remembering. While at first, it might seem like something common and natural as a result of our busy hectic life, the inability to think...
What is mindfulness? Mindfulness is explained as the non-judgemental awareness of what is happening in the present moment. (1) Often people are not fully aware of and awake to where they are and what they are doing and are living on autopilot. Mindfulness is a...
It is impossible to remove all stressors from our everyday lives. A stressor could be anything that causes a disturbance in our balance – environmental toxins, heat or cold, surgery or illness, even a strong emotional reaction. The stressors can be different...
Our gut and brain are deeply interrelated (1). The gut is an organ system that covers every aspect of digestion. After the food is swollen it starts its journey through the gut. Then the food gets broken down into very small pieces so that they can pass...
Millions of people suffer from some form of anxiety, and for some, it can prove to be extremely debilitating. Common treatments include counseling and medication, but did you know that journaling can also prove to be a great tool for keeping the...
The “second brain” It is not a surprising fact that our gut is called a “second brain”. (1) This is the place where most of the neurotransmitters are produced. That is why often people with chronic digestive problems suffer from anxiety, poor,...