Straw breathing can dramatically reduce anxiety and panic, and increase feelings of calm and relaxation. It’s quite simple and only requires a straw, and 5 minutes. Sit comfortably with your back straight to allow your lungs to expand fully and without...
How Your Thoughts Change Your Biology: The Science of Mind–Body Health Author: Rohan Smith | Functional Medicine Practitioner | Adelaide, SA Quick Answer: How do thoughts affect physical health? Thoughts influence physical health by activating neuroendocrine and...
“The mouth is for eating, the nose is for breathing” The autonomic nervous system includes the Sympathetic Nervous System (SNS), and Parasympathetic Nervous System (PNS). The sympathetic component controls the delivery of oxygen and nutrients to virtually...
Living in a Digital World: How Screen Time Affects Your Sleep and Mood Author: Rohan Smith | Functional Medicine Practitioner | Adelaide, SA Quick Answer: How does screen time affect sleep and mood? Excessive screen time can affect health through two primary pathways:...
Understanding CBD Oil: The Science of the Endocannabinoid System Author: Rohan Smith | Functional Medicine Practitioner | Adelaide, SA Quick Answer: What Is CBD Oil? Cannabidiol (CBD) is one of over 100 naturally occurring cannabinoids found in the cannabis plant....
Magnesium: The Biological Gatekeeper for Stress Resilience in Adelaide Author: Rohan Smith | Functional Medicine Practitioner | Adelaide, SA Quick Answer: Why Is Magnesium So Important for Stress Regulation? Magnesium is a natural regulator of calcium flow within the...
