Behind the Keyboard
Autumn Health Tips
Autumn brings short days filled with sunshine, here’s how to make the most of the new season.
10-Day Water-Only Fast
Fasting has long been used across the world to help restore health.
Why weight is a stupid metric for health
Weight alone should not be used as the metric for health. There are so many more aspects of wellbeing that should be considered.
Home environment
Your environment helps shape you into the person that you are. Considering we spend most of our time at home, dedicating time to making it a place of joy is an investment
Stew your own fruit
It is easy to stew your own fruit. This is a great way to prepare fruits that are in season (and therefore inexpensive) to add to breakfast, dessert or to have as a snack during the day. With the natural sweetness of the fruit, there’s no need to add sugar!
How to get through anything (AKA Lessons from Dad)
Persistence always wins. You cannot beat someone who never gives up!
Banana Protein Pancakes
Looking for something a little different for breakfast? These protein banana pancakes are delicious and easy to make
Walking meditation
Walking meditation is a mindful activity that allows you to gain perspective, practice self-awareness and improve mental health
Face masks and COVID
COVID protection is front of mind for many at the moment. Let’s look at the benefits of wearing a face mask
How to Poach an Egg
The recipe that’s not a recipe but something I get asked about all the time - how to poach an egg.
Aromatherapy and Essential Oils
Scent is transformative, stimulating or calming depending on the choice you make. Aromatherapy provides a tool to help hack for desired mental states.
Lemon Water
Drinking lemon water in the morning is more than hydration. High in vitamin C and containing magnesium, potassium, folate, vitamin B6, iron and calcium while being low in sugar and having no fat, cholesterol or sodium; lemons really are all that
The Magic of (Herbal) Tea
Herbal tea is caffeine free and a great way to get additional health benefits with a warm drink
Environmental Health
Decluttering and setting your home up so there is a place for everything is not only calming but it is a productivity hack
Foam Rolling
Offering myofascial release to aid muscle recovery, foam rolling is a cheaper alternative to massage
Whole Foods
Eating fruits, vegetables, whole grains and nuts as close to natural as possible will aid digestion, heal the gut and reduce the environmental impacts of processing and packaging