Body Types

What is my body type? 3 main body types.

Somatotype theory states that people are born with an inherited body type. This theory was introduced in 1942 and is used by nutritionists, exercise physiologists and doctors to design effective, individualised fitness plans. Based on skeletal frame and body composition, the gist is that everyone falls into 3 categories of body types: ectomorph, mesomorph &…

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What is my Body Type?

What is my body type? Women's Body Type - women with different bod y types

Understanding your body type helps you increase your energy plus achieve diet & skin results faster. Have you followed the same diet & workout plan as your friend, maybe even more strictly, but ended up with less dramatic results? The reason is that you probably have a body-type not suitable to that diet plan. What is…

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Abhyanga Massage

Abhyanga is massage that is performed using oil. It is the most popular massage in Ayurveda, a traditional system of medicine from India. The goal of Ayurveda is to maintain health through natural practices like diet, natural herbs and massage. The appropriate oil is the central to the practice of Abhyanga. When the appropriate oil…

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Neem Benefits

Skincare ingredients

The Neem tree, Azadirachta indica, has been used in traditional Indian & African medicine for centuries. In Africa a paste made of need leaves is applied to the skin to soothe and heal the blisters and rash from chickenpox and measles. Neem’s Anti-Cancer Properties In 2019 a group of scientists studied the bioactives in neem….

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Ayurveda & Yoga: the perfect pair to promote self-esteem

The simple truth is that nothing is more important than how you feel about yourself, and your self-esteem plays an integral role in making this all-important opinion a positive one. The connection between self-esteem and wellbeing is well established. Being happy within ourselves is key to promoting the positivity and balance that makes life a…

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A mindful morning routine that’s the perfect way to start every day

The principles of Ayurveda can be used every single day to reveal a healthier, happier, more balanced you. By combining Ayurveda and self-care you can promote a better sense of self, improve your self-worth, and actively boost your confidence levels, and it’ll leave you feeling pretty brilliant! As with most routines, an Ayurvedic inspired regime…

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