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…
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,…
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…
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…
Beyond Water: How Mineral Electrolytes Supercharge Your Energy, Focus, and Recovery
Health starts with hydration. But being hydrated is more than just drinking water; it’s about ensuring your body maintains a balance of essential minerals to function at its best. Meet your hydration allies: mineral electrolytes. These tiny but mighty minerals – sodium, magnesium, potassium, and phosphorus – work behind the scenes to keep your body…
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…
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…
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…
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…
5 Ways to Cut Through Lockdown and Emerge Healthier
So you’re in lockdown. The underlying feeling of uncertainty during this time is particularly exhausting to say the least. Our hearts go out to you and we want you to know that you are not alone. To help support your health, we’re sharing our top 5 Health-Coach approved, supportive strategies that cut through any lockdown…
Unlocking Restful Nights: 3 Tried & Tested Ways to Enhance Your Sleep
There’s no doubt about the role that quality sleep plays in our hormonal health, cognitive function and overall well-being. Yet, so many of us struggle with poor sleep. This can impact several important functions such as: Let’s explore three effective (and achievable!) tips for improving your sleep, and delve into the benefits of two key…
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…
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
