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Salty Air and Sun Salutations

There’s something truly magic about rolling out your mat by the ocean as it stretches out before you and the salty breeze brushing your skin. If you’ve ever practised yoga by the sea, you’ll know it’s a whole different vibe. And if you haven’t tried it yet—my friend, you’re in for a treat.

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Want to maximise nutrient absorption? Start here

You know the drill….we’re continually being told eat more protein, keep iron levels up, maximise opportunities to get calcium into your diet… and on and on. And it’s all true! But how can we ensure that we’re maximising the body’s absorption of the essential nutrients?

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How the body keeps the score

Trauma is not just a mental experience—it leaves deep imprints on the body. Whether from a sudden event or chronic stress, unresolved trauma becomes trapped in muscles, fascia, the nervous system, and even in the way we breathe. The body really does keep the score.

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The elements of connection

The elements of connection - what are they? The opportunity to release pressure, time to foster connections and space for fundamental change and inspiration. But how do you carve this out?

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Microbiome, dementia & depression…where’s the link?

The gut-brain connection is something that’s always fascinated me and a topic I’ve written on previously, but now more and more is becoming known about just how vital nutrition is to our longevity, mental and brain health - including poor nutrition’s links to depression and dementia.

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Stress: The silent saboteur

Stress has become an unwelcome companion for many of us. Its affects our mental and physical well-being in profound ways. So how can you reduce your stress?

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