Our Bodies is not separate from our thoughts. Generally speaking, we tend to think of our bodies and minds as separate systems and believe they function, for the most part, independently. Our emotions affect us physically.

While it’s true that the majority of people need to work to earn a living, the type of work can vary greatly. You might sit behind a desk all day or maybe your work involves engaging in strenuous physical labor on a regular basis.

When the body responds to stress from any source, the initial response is the same. The hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal (HPA) axis is stimulated. This stimulation sets in motion a cascade of hormone and other biochemical responses, culminating in the adrenal glands secreting cortisol, the body’s stress-fighting hormone.

Avocados may serve as a good way to prevent or delay diabetes and manage obesity, finds a new study at the University of Guelph (U of G). 

Every year, an estimated 600 million people (almost one in 10 globally) fall ill after eating contaminated food and about 420 000 die, explains Prof Buys.

A quick look at the best herbal teas for stress relief, brain health, and more

Nowadays, everything from bottled water to orange juice seems to have souped-up levels of vitamins and minerals in it.

There has been a lot of interest surrounding cannabidiol (CBD) over the last few years.

Chronic metabolic diseases (including type 2 diabetes, hypertension, dyslipidemia, cardiovascular disease, cancer, dementia, polycystic ovarian disease, and non-alcoholic fatty liver disease) are now rampant throughout both the developed and developing world.

A stark new national survey has exposed a severe and growing food insecurity crisis in South Africa, with more than 16 million people—over a quarter of the population—struggling to access sufficient and nutritious food. The crisis is hitting female-headed households the hardest.