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Stuck Between a Choc & a Hard Place – Is Chocolate Really Good for You?

Chocolate is derived from the beans of the tropical cacao tree in areas like Western Africa that receive high temperatures and rainfall. The chocolate that we all love and know is produced from these beans in a multi-stage process; from harvesting, fermenting, drying, cleaning, and then grinding the cacao beans.

The Key to Keeping Trim Could be Nuts

Nuts are full of nutrients and antioxidants and their consumption has been linked to helping with a number of different diseases, including coronary heart disease, type 2 diabetes, some types of cancer and numerous other chronic conditions.

Thunderstorm Asthma – why you should have a plan

Thunderstorm asthma is the triggering of asthma symptoms and attacks by storm weather conditions, in combination with high levels of seasonal allergens.

Sneeze Season: What You Need To Know

Allergic rhinitis, commonly known as hay fever, can be triggered by pollen from grasses, weeds and trees. Classic hay fever symptoms include itchy, watery eyes, a runny nose, nasal congestion, itchy throat or ears, sneezing and headache.

The importance of hydration in fitness

What do you consider to be the most important component of your training regime? Is it keeping to the training manual? Perhaps putting in an extra session? Or, maybe it’s maintaining a proper nutrition program.