Could Parasites Be the Hidden Cause of Your Fatigue?
Let me tell you about a client—we’ll call her Sarah. Sarah was doing all the “right” things. She ate well, got her eight hours of sleep, and even squeezed in a few workouts a week. But no matter what she did, she couldn’t shake this constant feeling of exhaustion. She’d wake up groggy, like she…
Men’s Health Essentials: Natural Ways to Support Strength and Endurance
Healthy testosterone levels are essential for overall well-being, influencing energy, muscle recovery, mood, and focus. While it’s natural for testosterone to decline with age, your daily habits play a significant role in supporting hormone production. By making intentional lifestyle changes, you can help your body maintain strength, balance, and resilience. The Power of Strength Training…
Sleep and Recovery: Finding the Right Magnesium for You
Magnesium is an essential mineral involved in hundreds of processes in your body, from muscle function to mental relaxation. But when it comes to supplements, there’s no “one-size-fits-all” magnesium. Different forms of magnesium serve different purposes, each offering particular benefits. Here’s a breakdown to help you choose the type that’s best for your sleep, recovery,…
Gut Health: Why Targeted Probiotics Are Key to Feeling Your Best
Your gut does more than digest food. Often touted as “the second brain”, your gut influences immunity, energy, and even your mental stat. At the heart of this connection is your microbiome: a thriving community of bacteria that, when balanced, helps you feel your best. If you’re looking to support your gut health with probiotics,…
Kids’ Feet Matter: Nurturing Healthy Feet for a Lifetime of Movement
As parents, we’re constantly bombarded with choices about what’s best for our kids, from what to feed them, what to teach them and how much screen time to give them.But amidst all the noise, it’s easy to overlook one crucial aspect of their development: their feet.Children’s feet are incredibly adaptable and resilient, but they’re also…
The Sixth Sense of Movement: Unlock Your Proprioceptive Power
Proprioception, often called the “sixth sense,” is your body’s awareness of its position in space. It’s crucial for balance, coordination, and agility.And guess what plays a major role in proprioception? Your feet! The Link Between Proprioception and Whole Body Health Your feet are packed with sensory receptors that send vital information to your brain about…
Before Coffee: Think Hydration.
Have you heard the phrase, “hydrate before you caffeinate” circulating in the health optimisation space?It’s catchy and, as it turns out, valuable advice too.While it’s tempting to reach for a cup of coffee as soon as you get out of bed, here’s why you should use a bare mineral electrolyte before your first sip of…
Are Your Feet Paying the Price? Step Towards Natural Movement with Barefoot Shoes
Between cushioned sneakers and stylish heels, our feet spend a lot of time confined and squashed into shoes.Have you ever stopped to consider the impact this has on not just your feet – we see you, crushed pinky toes and blisters – but on your overall health and movement too?Let’s take a closer look at…
Struggle To Drink Enough Water In Winter? This Is For You
Struggle to get through your water bottle in winter?Staying hydrated is just as crucial during the colder months as it is in the sweltering heat.While it’s easy to forget about hydration when you’re not sweating buckets, even mild dehydration can impact your mood, energy levels, and mental clarity.Remember, our bodies are about 60% water –…
The Only Guide You Need For Choosing The Perfect Electrolyte
There are SO many options on the market for electrolytes. And with countless brands promising different benefits, it’s hard to know which one is going to be right for you. Let’s break down the key factors to consider when choosing an electrolyte, whether you’re a dedicated athlete, a weekend warrior, or are just looking to…
Rethinking Coffee: How to Sustainably Harness the Energy Boost without the Downsides
We all have our morning rituals, and for many of us, that includes sipping on a hot cup of coffee to jumpstart the day. But have you ever stopped to examine how your relationship with coffee impacts your holistic health? At 5EW, caffeine consumption is a frequent topic of discussion, especially when it comes to…
Primal Multi: The Convenient Way to Get the Nutrients of Organ Meats
Shout out to our ancestors: they had a profound understanding of the importance of eating organ meats – In fact, they revered vitamin-rich organ meats as some of the most nutrient-dense foods available. Alas, as time has gone on, these true superfoods have become less popular, which is understandable as they can be tricky to…
Sleep Like a Luminary: Unlocking the Benefits of Blocking Blue Light from Screens
Luminary founder Rebecca Smith is here with a few words on why your sleep might be disrupted. Hint: it could be about optimising how you use your phone. Do you struggle to fall asleep at night, even when you feel tired? The culprit might be the screens you use before bedtime. Blue light emitted by…
Breaking the Habit: How to Control Emotional Eating
Most people know that eating healthy and exercising are the keys to losing weight and staying healthy. But what if you have a hard time sticking to a diet or finding the time to work out? Many people, turn to emotional eating to cope with feelings of stress or boredom. Emotional eating can be one…
Getting the most out of your probiotics according to a Doctor.
Hey folks! Dr Tan “DT” here talking about all things health and wellness related. Even though most of my time is spent being a regular ‘doc’ in the community and teaching medical students – I get asked a lot about various topics relating to mindfulness, exercise, nutrition and supplements. Remember, wellness is not just the…
What are electrolytes?
When you hear the word electrolytes, what do you think of? Most would think of fruit-flavoured neon-coloured sports drinks that are typically consumed by highly active (or very hungover) individuals that claim to boost recovery and physical performance. However, getting the right amount of electrolytes in our body is crucial to keeping our internal environment…
Recipe – Organic Orange Collagen Gummies
These whole food goodies are an easy-to-prepare alternative to sugary treats that will support your training and gut health in one mouthful. Great for kids too. Equipment Ingredients How to Share your creations @5elementwellness
How the Gut can impact your Energy Levels
Have you ever noticed after you’ve eaten certain foods, your body feels not quite right? Decisions become harder to make, little things become irritating and there seems to be a slight wave of anxiety lingers over you. Now, before you clear the house of the foods that you ate before feeling this way, you may…
Sleep Like a Luminary: Unlocking the Benefits of Blocking Blue Light from Screens
Luminary founder Rebecca Smith is here with a few words on why your sleep might be disrupted. Hint: it could be about optimising how you use your phone. Do you struggle to fall asleep at night, even when you feel tired? The culprit might be the screens you use before bedtime. Blue light emitted by…
Breaking the Habit: How to Control Emotional Eating
Most people know that eating healthy and exercising are the keys to losing weight and staying healthy. But what if you have a hard time sticking to a diet or finding the time to work out? Many people, turn to emotional eating to cope with feelings of stress or boredom. Emotional eating can be one…
Getting the most out of your probiotics according to a Doctor.
Hey folks! Dr Tan “DT” here talking about all things health and wellness related. Even though most of my time is spent being a regular ‘doc’ in the community and teaching medical students – I get asked a lot about various topics relating to mindfulness, exercise, nutrition and supplements. Remember, wellness is not just the…
Recipe – Organic Orange Collagen Gummies
These whole food goodies are an easy-to-prepare alternative to sugary treats that will support your training and gut health in one mouthful. Great for kids too. Equipment Ingredients How to Share your creations @5elementwellness
