To a Western audience, Chinese medicine can seem quite mysterious. If you’ve ever been into a Chinese pharmacy, you’ll already know that there are literally thousands of herbs and treatments on offer. Yet there is much to learn from this ancient medical system. So, what is Chinese medicine, and can we apply it in the modern day to help support our wellbeing?

It’s a popular supplement among gym-goers and athletes, but what is creatine? If you’re considering adding it to your routine, it’s important to understand a few key points: is it safe and effective? And, if you’re following a plant-based diet, is creatine vegan? We look at the evidence.

Ensuring you get sufficient vitamins and minerals is a key part of staying healthy, and today we’re going to focus on the issue of folate deficiency. In this article, we first look at what folate is in more detail. Then we cover some common causes of folate deficiency, as well as the sort of symptoms you might experience. We also recommend plenty of delicious whole foods you can include in your diet to ensure you get enough of this vital vitamin.

Herbalism is an ancient approach to medicine that has enjoyed something of a resurgence in recent years. Yet for newcomers, it can be a somewhat mystical and confusing field to navigate. So what is herbalism exactly, and is it a safe and effective way to improve our health and wellbeing?

After a cancer diagnosis changed her life, Linda Curtis set up her company, Holistically Happy You, to help others find health and happiness through food. We caught up with her to chat about how she is turning her experiences into a positive message to share with her clients.

It’s a buzzword that gets thrown around a lot, but what is holistic medicine? And why are so many people turning towards it in an effort to find happiness in a stressful and chaotic world?

It’s a wellness trend that promises to help you achieve your dreams. But what is manifestation, where does it come from, and how exactly do you do it? We enlisted the help of intuitive life coach Patricia Natalia to help us familiarise ourselves with manifestation.

Mindfulness is a concept that refers to the act of being aware of our thoughts, feelings and emotions. While we may typically associate mindfulness with meditation and spiritual practices, how does mindfulness relate to food? And what is mindful eating?