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  Are you experiencing some tummy trouble? If the answer is 'yes', it may be worth finding out a little about how your digestive system works in order to understand what could be going wrong.The digestive systemThe digestive system is a complex collection of organs and processes, which not only allow us to fuel our bodies and keep them free of toxins (through the absorption of nutrients and the elimination of waste), but also has a major role to play in our general health and well-being. For example, you might be surprised to learn that the most important part of...

When you think of typical "weight gain foods", you probably tend to think of fatty and sugary foods. And while these certainly will lead to you piling on the pounds if eaten in excess, it is worth also noting a broader issue - that one of the main reasons for weight gain is actually eating foods that are hard for the body to process (and by process, we mean break down and use for fuel). Food is fuelYour body is very clever; it gives you hunger signals when it needs more fuel. We have deliberately used the word 'fuel' here,...

Everyone wants to reach their full beauty potential, but they're not always sure how to go about it. We are constantly being bombarded with images in the media, which portray the "perfect" man or woman. This puts pressure on us to achieve similar beauty standards in our own lives - the clearest skin, the well-toned and shaped body, the lustrous hair etc. However, it's important to note that these media images are in most cases designed with the aim of trying to sell us something. They are usually pushing some "miracle" product that suggests it will instantly change our lives....