The relationship between the mind and body is very complex. The mind itself is very complicated – that’s why psychology is its own science. Most of us are aware of the powerful relationship between the mind and body, but not to its full effect. We don’t necessarily think of how it relates to our own life, or why we mig…

Most abnormal cervical screening results are not cancer, but rather early cell changes that can be monitored or treated so they don’t cause health problems. We’ve created this handy infographic that gives women the birds-eye view on problems within the cervix and what can be done to promote cervical health!

Folate and folic acid are forms of a water-soluble B vitamin (B9). Folate occurs naturally in foods and folic acid is the synthetic form of the vitamin. All B vitamins help the body convert food (carbohydrates) into fuel (glucose), which is used to produce energy. These B vitamins, often referred to as B-complex vitami…

This low carb cauliflower risotto recipe is an extremely healthy side dish that can be made in just 30 minutes! Ingredients: 400g cauliflower 80g unsalted butter 2 eschalots, finely chopped 1 garlic clove, chopped 11/3 cups (295g) Arborio rice 850ml chicken stock 300ml thickened cream 50g dried porcini mushrooms Toaste…

Your urinary bladder is the hollow, muscular reservoir for your urine that sits in your lower pelvis. You may not consider it to be an important organ and in fact, you may not spend much time pondering its use at all. However, if your bladder does not work properly, as in conditions such as urinary incontinence or a bl…

Try this low fat side dish that you can make ahead in record time and freeze. Ingredients • 2 tbsp sunflower oil • 3 tbsp medium curry paste • 2 medium onions, roughly chopped • around 5 medium parsnips, peeled and cut into chunks • 140g dried red lentils • Bramley apple – (about 400g), peeled, cored and cut into chunk…

Next to cancer and heart attacks, the next most common fear we have is going blind. Glaucoma is the second most common cause of blindness in the world next to cataracts; however, glaucoma leads to permanent vision loss, so it’s very important to detect it and treat it early to prevent further loss of vision. For those…

Take parnsips to another level with this easy and nutritious vegan recipe from Bell lifestyle Kitchen! Ingredients • 400g parsnip Parsnip peeled and cut into chunks • 600g potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks • 60ml olive oil, plus a drizzle to serve • 3 unpeeled garlic cloves • 1 tsp ground nutmeg (around 1 clove) • 1…

Weight gain, hair thinning, and fatigue are symptoms that women may experience in both menopause and hypothyroidism. Both conditions can strike at around the same time, in middle age women, with 51 being the average age of onset for menopause in North America. Although menopause and hypothyroidism can often occur aroun…

We love salad, and they don’t come much healthier than this! Try out this healthy vegetarian dish today, and easily convert it to a vegan recipe by removing the Gorgonzola cheese! Ingredients Dressing: 2 tablespoons fig balsamic vinegar (or high-quality balsamic vinegar) 2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice 3/4 teaspoon Dijon…