Symptoms of an Emotional Imbalance

Symptoms of an Emotional Imbalance

When your emotions feel like a roller coaster—too high, too low, and rarely steady—you may be dealing with an emotional imbalance. This isn’t a character flaw or a failure of willpower; it’s a signal that your mind–body system is out of alignment. The good news is...
Understanding an Overactive Fight or Flight Response

Understanding an Overactive Fight or Flight Response

Back when our Stone‑Age cousins heard a twig snap in the veld, their brains instantly flipped a biological panic switch: adrenaline surged, heart rate rocketed, and muscles primed for sprinting or spear‑thrusting. This “fight or flight” response still keeps modern...
Natural Winter Immunity Boosters

Natural Winter Immunity Boosters

South Africans know winter means more than just crisp mornings, cosy jerseys and the odd bout of loadshedding darkness; it also invites the annual parade of sniffles, coughs and “sorry, I can’t make it—down with flu” WhatsApps. The good news? You can arm your body...
What are essential oils?

What are essential oils?

Essential oils are compounds extracted from plants. The oils capture the plant’s scent and flavour, or “essence.” Unique aromatic compounds give each essential oil its characteristic essence. Essential oils are obtained through distillation (via steam and/or water) or...