Depression is a growing disease that numbers into the hundreds of millions worldwide.

However, it's worth mentioning that depression statistics are inflated due to the fact that the medical industry is very quick to "diagnose" the disease and prescribe anti-depressants as the primary solution.

Here we reveal the most overlooked causes of depression, as well as a handful of lifestyle tips that can help to deal with depression in a more positive, natural way.

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Civilisation has been drinking coffee for centuries, and while the method of preparing it has changed drastically over the years, the benefits of 'real' or organic coffee (that has not been chemically tweaked), have not. 

Whether you use fresh brewed, pressed, or simple filtered coffee, the positives associated with drinking real coffee have become clearer in recent years, and moderate coffee consumption is now seen as a worthy addition to a healthy diet. 

But when consumed a little more consciously, Coffee is actually a 'superfood' that can you can enjoy daily as part of a healthy lifestyle, to help protect and boost your physical and mental health. 

Here, we reveal 7 of the top "health benefits" of drinking real coffee, plus the best, healthiest ways to enjoy your daily cup or two:

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Fasting is nothing new to humans since we know it's been practised by many long-lived cultures for centuries.

Our bodies actually innately understand and respond to fasting and people are waking up to its incredible benefits for longevity and healing.

Here we focus specifically on the benefits of intermittent fasting as a weight loss tool, with additional wonderful benefits, if you choose to embrace it as part of your self care routine.

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A Genetically Modified Food or Organism (GMO) is one that has been genetically re-engineered in a chemical laboratory. 

Large scale agribusinesses in certain countries use genetic modification in the cultivation of certain crops, to re-engineer seeds for mass production.

The problem with genetically modified crops (GMO's) is that they contain a variety of chemicals such as, glyphosate, which is harmful to the body, is very allergenic and greatly compromises the nutrition of the food when compared to their more naturally grown counterparts. 

In addition, GMO's disrupt the eco system, causing harm to the soil and damaging vulnerable wild plants and animals.

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Intuitive eating might sound like a dietary gimmick, but it’s actually a powerful eating paradigm that prioritises listening to your body's innate intelligence.

Doing this actually tells you everything you need to know about what your body desires and needs when it comes to food, IF you'll just tune in and listen.

By giving your body exactly what it requires each day, you’ll be eating in a much more customised way that deeply nourishes you and your cells and improves your overall health and wellbeing.

In fact, by learning to tune in better to your body’s needs, you’ll become happier and less anxious too. 

If your relationship with food is not necessarily a healthy one or if you wish you were better at making consistently healthier choices, it may require some reframing and mindset adjustments to break free of the subconscious "shackles" that have negatively impacted your dietary choices in the past.

When you're consciously connected to what you eat, it's a lot easier to develop a healthy long term relationship with food, which greatly influences both your emotional and physical wellbeing.

Here we reveal exactly what is meant by intuitive eating and explain how it can truly change your life and your relationship with food.

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Did you know that the things you eat and drink can greatly effect your mood?

You've no doubt heard the saying, "you are what you eat". 

And interestingly, this not only applies to your physical body, but also how you feel and your emotional and mental wellbeing as well.

Food not only feeds your stomach, it feeds your emotions.  It can either nourish, energise and make you feel good, or it can trigger negative emotions, mood swings and compound poor habits.

Here we highlight 4 big food categories that you should definitely consider avoiding if you're susceptible to mood swings, emotional imbalances or mental health challenges.  In fact, limiting the amount of these you consume is a must even if you simply want to look and feel your best!  

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Your commitment to staying healthy doesn't have to fall by the wayside when you travel or go on holidays.

Even though travelling or a vacation can limit your access to your normal 'at-home' wellness routine, with a little consciousness, improvisation and preparation, you'll be able to stay on track with your health, and make it so much easier to pick up where you left off when you return home.

Of course, if you're going on holidays, you'll want to relax and not necessarily stick with your normal everyday routine.  However, the easy tips we'll share with you here are good ideas to keep front of mind if you want to enjoy yourself and still maintain your normal healthy habits throughout your break. 

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Eczema, also known as Atopic Dermatitis, is a condition that causes dry, itchy and inflamed skin, that is both very uncomfortable and visually unattractive.

The biggest problem with Eczema is that many doctors and dermatologists tend to focus on 'band-aid' solutions such as prescription medications and topical creams, rather than focussing on the lifestyle changes needed to address the true cause of the condition and avoid reoccurrence.

Here, we highlight the most common causes of Eczema and recommend five ways that this uncomfortable skin condition can be treated naturally without synthetic medications.

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Proper circulation is key for maintaining your optimal health.

In fact, your circulatory system is one of the seven vital systems of your body, meaning its healthy function is important for maintaining your mobility, avoiding heart disease, keeping your brain sharp, and flushing toxins from your body and skin.

When you support good circulation, you ensure that blood and oxygen is able to flow continuously throughout the body, allowing every organ to function properly.

Not only that, healthy circulation is key for slowing the ageing process and avoiding many common degenerative dis-eases. 

Here, we explain in simple terms what the circulatory system is, how it works, and 4 ways you can boost your circulation naturally as part of your self care routine for better health.

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