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…

So, you’ve read up on cordyceps mushroom and researched all of its fantastic health benefits. You’re ready to try it out for yourself - and then you discover there is more than one type of cordyceps! In this article we’re going to compare the two commonly available types of medicinal cordyceps so you can find the best one for your needs. Join us as we discover the differences between cordyceps sinensis vs militaris.

If you suffer from headaches, you’ll be well aware of how much they can impact your quality of life. From that first ‘fuzzy feeling’ at the back of your eye socket to the dreaded thumping in your temples, headaches are a nightmare we could all live without. In this article, we’ll look at what causes headaches, and whether there’s any truth to a claim that is increasing in popularity: does magnesium help with headaches?

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?

In the wellness world, terms like ‘homeopathy’, ‘alternative medicine’ and ‘naturopathy’ make a regular appearance in the information we read. Yet, it’s often tricky to understand the difference between these ‘similar but different’ terms. We sat down with naturopathic nutritionist Cliona Dillon to talk about her wellness journey and exactly what the difference is between naturopathy vs homeopathy.

Cultures around the world have been using teas made with medicinal mushrooms to help support their wellbeing for thousands of years. It’s easy to do at home, too! Discover how to make mushroom tea from a variety of medicinal mushrooms such as lion’s mane, reishi, cordcyeps and chaga.

The leading cause of disability throughout the world, depression is a major health burden. Not only does it hamper the lives of those who suffer from it, but it also causes problems at a national level thanks to the cost of treatment and lost work days. Could it be that a simple nutrient deficiency could be at the heart of the issue? We investigate the scientific evidence to discover: does vitamin D help with depression?