Psychologies

MINDFUL WELLNESS

Eat well

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We all know howimportant fibre is for digestion, as well as for warding off diseases, such as

, bowel cancer. However, new research indicates it may also play a part in preventing dementia. Research from the University of Tsukuba, which looked at more than 3,500 Japanese adults, found that those who consumed more fibre were less likely to go on to develop the disease. It’s time to pack your plate with lentils, beans, nuts, whole grains and veggies, such as broccoli, carrots and beetroot.

Beat the bloat 5 AYURVEDIC TIPS

Ayurveda is an ancient system of health, founded in India. Here, pharmacist and Ayurvedic practitioner Lara Ecroyd shares her Ayurvedic wisdom for reducing bloating and improving digestion.

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