Everything Starts with our Health

Depressed individuals are more likely to have depressed immune activity, meaning their bodies are less able to fight off infection. Depression is also linked to an increased incidence of chronic disease such as diabetes, stroke, and heart attack.

Have you ever noticed that your niggling injury from years ago or chronic low back pain seems to get worse when you’re under stress? This is because stress increases inflammation in our bodies.

An unhealthy balance in your gut microbiome may cause crossed signals from your brain when it comes to feeling hungry or full. Researchers think there may be a link to the pituitary gland, which makes hormones that help set your appetite.

Our nutrition directly affects our brain health. Studies have shown that diets high in vegetables, fruits, unprocessed grains, fish and seafood improves mood, reduces inflammation, and results in 25%-35% lower rates of depression.

Missing your shut eye has serious implications for your health. Poor sleep health is associated with growth hormone deficiency & elevated cortisol levels, both of which are linked to obesity. Lack of sleep also impairs your metabolism of food.

No, I’m not saying your sex life improves because exercise makes you lose weight. Exercise improves blood flow, enhances your mood by releasing endorphins, and increases your confidence levels, all helpful between the sheets.