The world’s most commonly used stimulant- caffeine is omnipresent in the daily life of many. In Nature, caffeine is found as a chemical compound in plants such as coffee and cocoa beans, tea leaves and kola nuts. Humans have been consuming caffeine as we know it for centuries, potentially dating back to as early as the Palaeolithic period. What is it about caffeine that makes it so unique and how long does caffeine stay in your system? Let’s find out!

The tasks of everyday life - from work to household chores - can leave us feeling tired and depleted. Ensuring that we are nourishing our bodies with the correct nutrients is key to a productive and happy life! Vitamins in particular are little powerhouses which play several important functions to keep our bodies running to the best of their ability. Let’s find out: what vitamins are good for energy?

Do you have trouble keeping your mind on a task, or not feeling quite as sharp as usual? People who experience issues like this often say they’re suffering from ‘brain fog’, but what exactly does the term mean? We look at what causes brain fog and how you can return to feeling your best.

Buddhist monks have enjoyed matcha tea for centuries - considered the highest quality tea, matcha makes them relaxed and focused, meditating for hours without the intensity of other caffeinated beverages. Its unique taste and nutritional composition sets matcha apart from other teas. Regular consumption of matcha may positively affect both physical and mental health - it is linked to many positive health outcomes, from prevention of cardiovascular disease to cognitive enhancement. Does matcha have caffeine and how does that impact our health?

Are you struggling with acne and wondering how to treat it? Most of us have battled with acne at some point in our lives, but not to worry, there are many solutions available! A healthy diet rich in vitamin C from fresh fruits and vegetables is a good place to start for overall wellbeing and healthy skin. Let’s find out more about vitamin C and try to answer the question: does vitamin C help acne?

Trying to figure out the foods we should eat or avoid, and how to get in tune with our bodies’ needs, can be pretty overwhelming. That’s why enlisting the help of a nutritionist can be really helpful; not only can they help you understand the big picture, but they can also advise you on your own personal diet. Knowing how important it is to rely on expert advice, we’re delighted to be bringing Bianca Barbi on board as our resident nutritionist! Let’s get to know her…

If you’re looking for a caffeine-free alternative to tea and coffee, you might wonder: does herbal tea have caffeine? With so many options available, it’s important to know which herbal blends are likely to keep you from sleeping well. We’ve selected our favourite caffeine-free herbal teas to try, along with some tips of which herbal teas to avoid if you don’t want a caffeine hit!

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?