More Maca Please!
Maca is the health 'buzz word' that seems to be on everyone's lips at the moment, but is it just the latest health craze, or has it gained its increasing superfood status for very good reason? In my opinion, definitely the latter! Even though we may only be hearing...
How to make friends
The city can be a lonely place. It's not that easy to reach out and speak to people when you don't know anyone. Everyone seems to have their own clique, and they're not letting anyone else in. So how does anyone manage to make new friends? Reach out in yoga classes ...
Events in London that will keep you connected
Keep in the loop with these events that will get you rubbing shoulders with all sorts of cool people. MoreCommunity Our very own MoreCommunity! We run karma classes, late-night lock ins, and special events all year round. Turn up to a few and you're bound to see some...
Why being good is good for you
Yes, yes, we all know the old saying: "Be kind whenever possible - it is always possible." It might be easy enough for the Dalai Lama, but when you're stuck on the Metropolitan line in rush hour it can be difficult to stay kind and compassionate. However, there's more...
How to be good in a world of bad news
Everywhere we look there's another headline about the terrible state of the world. What's a budding optimist to do? Meditate Yes, yes, we know that everyone and their dog is telling you to meditate, but it's seriously good for you. Don't have time? Take three deep...
Thinking Positive: How Meditation and Sleep can Help
Thinking positively can help you improve your outlook on life and broaden your horizons. Meditation and positive thinking can even help you sleep better at night, supporting improved well being. More meditation may lead to more goodness in your life. The Science of...
The Veggie BBQ: Mushroom & Bean Burgers
BOOM! Looking for an alternative for the traditional BBQ fare? Look no further... Mushroom and bean burgers with sweet potato fries (makes 3-4 burgers) 1 tablespoon coconut oil 1 tablespoon olive oil 2 small sweet potatoes, skin on 2 cloves of garlic, minced 200g of...
Salad Goodness: Meals in a bowl (or jar)
Summer is here! Here are 4 quick, easy, nutritious meals-in-a-bowl! SUPERFOOD SALAD (by Jamie Oliver) Serves 4 This is a recipe I always turn to when I want just a salad for a main meal – it's satisfying, light, full of flavour, and super nutritious. Full of healthy...
MoreGoodness: MAD ABOUT CACAO
As soon as I heard this month's theme of 'MoreGoodness', I immediately thought 'chocolate', because frankly it is just so darn good, and who doesn't love to indulge with a bit of the good stuff? And why shouldn't we? Why shouldn't we treat ourselves, or be 'good' to...
Sleep is more important that we thought
So, we probably all had some idea that sleep was important. After all, we do it every night. But did you know that a lack of sleep can be seriously detrimental to your physical and mental health? Recent research around sleep in the West shows that we are currently...
Movement is medicine: the cure for DOMS
© Image by Ryderwear We've all been there. Two days after an intense Rocket class, and you're still struggling to climb the stairs. Sometimes it feels like your quads will never recover. Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness (or DOMS) is that dull ache that arrives between 24...
What is mindfulness?
You must have heard the word. Mindfulness has finally reached the mainstream, which is good news for all of us and our mental health. The only problem with the growing popularity of mindfulness is that it can be confusing to wade through the different (and sometimes...