WellBeing

WellBeing is the World’s leading journal of natural health and living. A refreshingly intelligent reading experience, WellBeing offers inspiration for a way of life that is authentic and soulful. Reportage reviews the latest developments (or revived ancient practices) in natural living, and in-depth articles both challenge and inspire pragmatic action in the real-world balance of work, life, family and community. WellBeing reaches an increasingly sophisticated audience of citizens of the global village.

Hummingbird memory

Getting a grasp on Ganymede

From the editor

Terry’s Tales

The Pulse • Medical findings for a healthier body

Life Lines • Interesting slices of life

Green Beat • All the latest in environmental issues

Pomegranate (Punica granatum)

Boswellia serrata

The bottom line • During the Covid pandemic, we were shocked to see people fighting in supermarkets over toilet paper and to see empty shelves that had once held roll after roll. The reasons behind the run for toilet paper during this time reflect the unique place that it holds in our psyche and are deeply rooted in our history.

Your ageing eyes • Your eyes work hard for you every waking minute. It is no surprise that how your eyes age will be determined by how you protect them. Eating the right foods can go along way towards ensuring that your eyes stay healthy for a lifetime.

Jan Fran • From a young age, Jan Fran’s deep curiosity and keen interest in social issues sparked her journey into the world of journalism. As an accomplished journalist, media commentator and broadcaster, Fran’s passion for storytelling has always been driven by a desire to explore, question and shed light on the world around her.

Helping teen girls thrive • Statistics reveal that many more teen girls are struggling with mental health issues. What’s going on with them? More importantly, what can we do to help them flourish?

HOW TO overcome frustration • Life rarely goes as planned, leaving us grappling with unmet expectations and the discomfort of the “reality gap”. By shifting your mindset and embracing small, actionable steps, you can bridge that gap and find more ease, flow and acceptance in your life.

Is ageing skin actively shaping your health? • Recent research is turning the traditional view of skin on its head with a plot twist: instead of merely reflecting our internal state of health, our skin is now seen as an active player in it. The signs of ageing — wrinkles, dryness and sunspots — may actually contribute to the ageing process itself, rather than just being symptoms of it.

THE POWER OF PREBIOTICS AND PROBIOTICS • Are you ready to unlock the secret key to better health? Look no further than probiotics and prebiotics such as sauerkraut, garlic, legumes, oats and more. These powerful dietary components go beyond just aiding digestion. They boost your immunity, enhance your mental clarity and even soothe common digestive woes.

The power is in your hands • Did you know that the palm holds handy hints about someone’s personality and potential? Far from quackery, science supports some palmistry principles with the ancient art of chiromancy attracting conservative converts including King Charles III.

SYNTHETIC FOODS • Synthetic, or genetically modified, fake meats and the like attempt to mimic real meat in both looks, taste and texture. But how much do we really know about the production process and how do they affect the environment and our bodies?

THE POWER OF music • Most of us enjoy music. But science shows music is central to being human and its effect on us is far more astonishing and impactful than we realise. Music is fundamental to life.

How to avoid brain fog • Explore the causes and symptoms of brain fog and how to...