Health

It's clear; men and women think, feel, and communicate in genuinely different ways. But what about the physiological needs of our bodies? Is there a difference in nutritional requirements, and should men choose different supplements than women?

Have you always been on the lookout for a diet that is both simple to follow and maintain, while also being healthy and delivering spectacular results? Perhaps 'Intermittent Fasting' is just what you need. Category and Product Manager Pepijn Aardewijn wanted to lose weight and delved into the fascinating world of fasting. He has since lost 20 kilograms! Below is his story, findings, and observations about this new diet craze that has flown over from America.

In each season, your digestion functions differently. This is quite convenient, as our diet also changes with the seasons. It’s no coincidence that during cold and harsh weather, you suddenly develop an irresistible craving for heavier and more substantial food. Unconsciously, you are working to balance your vata, pitta, and kapha. Naturally, during the colder seasons, you tend to eat warm and nourishing dishes like a 'nice bowl of pea soup' and other meal soups, mashed dishes, and casseroles. Ayurveda also favours a warm breakfast in autumn and winter, such as oatmeal porridge, nuts, and dried fruits.

Many people take extra Vitamin B12, particularly vegetarians and vegans. If you are taking Vitamin B12 supplements, it might be useful to know which form is most readily absorbed. We have outlined this for you below.

Various factors influence the production of melatonin, the hormone that helps you fall asleep at night. Here we explain what constitutes a good 'melatonin diet', what foods to avoid, and what other factors may affect your sleep hormones.

Your menstruation becomes irregular, you notice that you sometimes react differently than usual... and you wonder: could I be entering menopause? If you haven't menstruated for the last 12 months, you can confidently say that your last period has occurred. However, the actual transition begins before this. Menopause is a natural process that every woman experiences. As no more eggs mature in your ovaries, the production of the female hormone oestrogen decreases. Oestrogen influences numerous functions in your body, including your heart, blood vessels, bones, head, breasts, and bladder. Thus, your body needs to adjust to the changing oestrogen levels. These natural changes in your body can cause a reaction in the organs, leading to so-called menopausal symptoms, such as hot flashes, night sweats, mood swings, fatigue, and depressive episodes. Research has shown that 80% of all women experience symptoms during menopause.

Life is much more pleasant without a runny nose. Did you know that there are items in your kitchen cupboard that can help you get rid of your cold?