Fitness & Energy

The weather is warming up, and this can make it much more difficult to fall asleep. Sleep deprivation is also an epidemic in the world and a very costly one to health and well-being. What tea you drink can have a dramatic impact on your ability to sleep and relax. I recently came across an interesting talk with Matthew Walker Ph.D., the author of the book “Why We Sleep – Unlocking the power of sleep and dreams“, and author of over 100 scientific papers on sleep. He talked about the restorative functions and the negative effects of sleep loss, and how …

Getting poor sleep every night can just about wear anyone down and can have significant impacts on your health too. Healthy sleep habits are just as important as the foods you eat. Some diets can be very low in key micronutrients which affect sleep quality, such as magnesium and zinc. Over the years I’ve run into problems with both of these minerals. Over a year ago I realized I was showing symptoms of zinc deficiency, probably caused by the amount of copper in my diet and the types of foods I was eating, which inhibited its absorption. And back in …

Healthy blood flow throughout your body and brain is very important if you want to live in good health to old age with a sharp mind. Herbs are just one way that you can improve circulation to your brain. If you have very poor circulation, the symptoms can be obvious and even require immediate medical attention. A heart attack or a stroke are two examples of this. And in many parts of the world, including the West, these are two of the biggest killers. Reduced blood flow can also give vague symptoms which are often ignored by many people, but …