Mental support during a winter dip
The time has come, the first snowflakes have fallen. So when you think of winter, you can think of snowmen, Elfstedentocht and hot chocolate in front of the fireplace. But also mood swings, feeling gloomy and...
Meditating for beginners: a quick course for you!
Would you like to start meditating, but don't know where to begin? Do you regularly hear around you that meditating can help you experience peace, but get...
Is your cup of coffee healthy, or is it better to go for the cocoa alternative?
Is starting your day with coffee healthy, or is it a habit best unlearned? And what about alternative that is gaining popularity: drinking...
Is drinking coffee good for your health?
A cup of black coffee, cappuccino, a shot of espresso, latte macchiato, cortado, flat white, with whipped cream, with sugar, and even decaf; drinking coffee is popular. Trendy coffee shops and take-away counters are...
What foods contain vitamin C?
You often hear that oranges or Citrus fruits are high in vitamin C but nothing could be further from the truth. Did you know that it takes 12 oranges to get to 500 mg of...
Iron tablets, is that really necessary?
Earlier this week the news reported that it is estimated that as many as a quarter of women suffer from anemia due to iron deficiency. Is taking iron tablets ...
Hormonal imbalance: what does it really mean?
Moodswings, headaches, tight breasts, sleep problems, decreased fertility, fatigue, gaining weight, hair loss, skin complaints and abdominal pain, just a sampling of a long list of symptoms you may experience with a...
How is vitamin D absorbed into the skin? 5 tips
Vitamin D is gaining popularity as a supplement in the Netherlands. In our chilly little country during the winter months, we quickly become deficient in the form of vitamin D that we...
How do you become happier through food?
Many people are constantly looking for more peace and happiness. Yet we often do things that achieve just the opposite..... think of working long hours, not setting boundaries....
How stress can lead to obesity
Psycho emotional stress causes the brain to signal the adrenal gland to produce cortisol so that the body can better anticipate stress. If this goes on too long, it speaks...
How can you prevent overstimulation?
In our rapidly changing world where we are inundated with streams of (digital) information, the pressure to perform is high and life has high demands, overstimulation lurks....
How can you fix hormonal migraines?
Hormonal migraine is a common and debilitating problem that affects many women. It is not just a headache; it is a complex phenomenon closely linked to the hormonal...
What is the best way to cope with winter time?
During winter time, not only do alarm clocks and watches change, but so do our inner biological clocks. The shorter days can impact our well-being and energy levels. Do you...
How do you recognize a magnesium deficiency?
Magnesium is a mineral also known as the "anti-stress mineral. A magnesium deficiency can occur with prolonged stress or insufficient intake from food or supplements. Symptoms of this include symptoms such as cramping,...
The metabolic syndrome and obesity
Metabolic syndrome, also called syndrome X, encompasses a collection of complaints surrounding metabolism, metabolism. Metabolism means the conversion of nutrients into building materials and energy for the...
