Atrial fibrillation is the disturbance of the heart beat to an irregular pattern. Atrial fibrillation is due to normal wear and tear on the heart muscle and also due to cardiovascular problems such as hypertension (high blood pressure). During atrial fibrillation, the electrical activity of the atria becomes uncoordinated. The atria beat so rapidly, as […]

The Tea plant originated in China and over the centuries as its popularity increased it was introduced throughout Asia and into Western cultures by Turkish traders.  Green Tea is produced from a plant known botanically as Camellia Sinensis and comes in three forms: green,black and white. The different kinds of tea differ due to the process […]

What is gastritis? Gastritis (inflammation of the mucosal lining of the stomach) is a digestive system ailment. It is characterised by pre-ulcerative inflammation of the lining of the stomach and atrophying (weakening) of the mucosal membranes. Gastritis is a condition which needs to be addressed as soon as possible to reduce any further complications to […]

WHY SHOULD WE ALKALISE? Eating a clean and fresh diet has an alkaline effect on the body. This means that your system will better able to reduce inflammation and therefore tissue and joint pain. A balanced pH creates healthy cells to effectively absorb the nutrients they require and eliminate waste products. Having a balanced pH […]

Although there is an abundance of health benefits from coffee, we can’t ignore the side effects of caffeine. Too much caffeine can result in the “jitters” for some individuals.  Some people consider coffee to be a health drink, but like most foods, overindulging can cause side effects. Caffeine acts as a central nervous system stimulant.  […]