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Ayurveda, the ancient study of life and wellness, provides you with all the tools to keep your body and mind in healthy harmony. As you already know, diet plays a huge role in your wellbeing; following Ayurvedic principles when it comes to food will help you nourish yourself with the right kind of fuel to enjoy better health and balance. Depending on your Ayurvedic type, or Dosha, you’ll have a specific set of dietary requirements to stay healthy. (Pssst… Wondering what your dominant Dosha is? Check out our Ayurvedic Type blog post and take the quiz to find out!) Did You Know? You possess a blend of all three Doshas – Vata, Pitta and Kapha – but you’ll usually find that one is more dominant than the others. Those with an even balance of two Doshas are bidoshic, and those with an equal blend of all three are tridoshic.

Most of us think of ordinary laxatives as the quickest, easiest way to relieve constipation - however, there are some disadvantages to laxatives you might not know about. Firstly, conventional laxatives can irritate the lining of your intestines, and secondly, they're often habit-forming and can lead to a dependence on them. Natural constipation remedies on the other hand, give you a much gentler solution. They help to stimulate your body's natural digestive processes, and bulk up waste to make elimination easier. What a relief to know Faithful to Nature has a whole selection of natural constipation remedies to leave you feeling lighter and full of renewed energy!

With rising stress levels and modern diets, high blood pressure has become a common health complaint. The good news is, there are so many natural ways to manage high blood pressure or hypertension quickly and effectively, without the need for medications.

Treating eczema for good requires a holistic approach, as this troublesome skin condition is so often a symptom of imbalance. The ever-increasing influx of harsh synthetic chemicals in our daily environment is having a very real influence on the rise of eczema; our bodies are taking strain, but as we've seen over and over again, when we commit to making that switch to natural cleaning solutions and beauty products, miracles really can happen. Here's a look at the most effective changes you can make today, that will make rashes, itching, irritation and eczema a thing of the past.

menopause-support

Big transitions in life are often fraught with anxiety and discomfort, but they almost always lead to something really beautiful. We believe menopause is no different; and to make your journey less rocky, we have a variety of products for natural menopausal support. These remedies will help to keep you as comfortable as possible while your balance shifts and finds itself again. During the process of menopause, these products from Faithful to Nature will help you with every stage of your day, from getting up in the morning to going to bed at night.

What is gout, and what causes it? Gout is actually a type of arthritis, caused when the body has a surplus of uric acid; instead of dissolving in the blood and passing out through the kidneys, this acid starts to crystallise. Uric acid crystals typically build up in the joints, causing pain and swelling in your toes, ankles, knees, wrists, fingers and elbows. Needless to say, a gout flare-up is pretty unpleasant and can put your whole body out of action. Luckily, there are many natural ways to relieve and prevent gout, and Faithful to Nature has come to the rescue with a great range of healing gout remedies.

It’s that time of year when we’re all feeling pretty chilly and a little run down – the time when sore throats and stuffy heads seem inescapable. If you’re stuck with the pain and irritation of a sore, scratchy throat and a cough that just won’t stop, you’ll be pleased to know there are plenty of natural (and nice) ways to soothe your symptoms. No nasty cough syrups, sugary lozenges or harsh antibiotics – these sore throat home remedies are ultra-gentle, and can be made using the simplest ingredients found in your pantry.

It is especially tricky to debate the safety of genetically modified food on the human body, as it is so new we don’t really know the long-term impact; but there is very serious contention around GM, and that alone deserves our attention. The environmental damage caused by genetic modification is pretty clear however, and you have a right to know what is going on.

We’ve been writing a lot about bread lately, inspiring you to try healthy, wholesome alternatives to those ultra-processed supermarket loaves. There are so many creative and tasty ways to bake bread without using grains; this is great news for anyone with Celiac or gluten intolerance. Take a look at these 2 gluten-free, low-carb bread recipes, loaded with the nutritional power of coconut and almond products – plus a few surprising ingredients like apple cider vinegar and Japanese green tea!