Category: Wellness
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The Science and Benefits of Contrast Therapy
Imagine a simple wellness practice that can boost your energy, reduce stress, speed up recovery, and strengthen your nervous system—all by simply alternating between hot and cold. Contrast therapy, the age-old technique of switching between heat and cold exposure, is gaining modern scientific support for its powerful benefits. Whether you’re an athlete looking to recover…
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How to Set Habits That Stick: Proven Strategies for Long-Term Success
Have you ever tried to set new habits but it hasn’t quite stuck? It’s a familiar story: you set a goal to exercise more, eat healthier, or read daily, only to find yourself slipping back into old patterns within weeks. Whether it’s drinking more water, moving our bodies more, or simply finding a moment of…
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Best Daily Supplement We Recommend Everyone Take
One question we often get asked at Shanti-Som: do supplements actually work? Generally, we believe that if you’re eating a well-balanced diet and maintaining a healthy lifestyle with regular exercise, supplements aren’t necessary. A well-balanced diet emphasises whole, minimally processed foods like vegetables, fruits, whole grains, legumes, nuts, and healthy fats such as olive oil.…
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After 13 Years in the Wellness Industry, This Is Our Biggest Takeaway
The vision behind Shanti-Som was born from a simple but powerful need: to create a space where people could slow down, connect, and just be—free from the constant pressures of everyday life. Over the past 13 years in the wellness industry, our journey has taught us what true health really means. And now, we’re ready…
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The Chakras
Introduction to the Chakra Understanding chakras can be challenging. These energy centers, which are integral to ancient yoga, are responsible for our physical, mental, and spiritual balance. Although chakras remain elusive in modern science, they are believed to exist in both the physical and subtle bodies, making them best understood through personal experience. Learning to…
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Embrace the Serenity: Your Ultimate Guide to Wellness Retreats for Mind, Body, and Soul
What Exactly is a Wellness Retreat? When life’s daily grind starts to weigh you down, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed and exhausted. Stress, anxiety, and the constant need to be on the go can leave you craving an escape. Enter the Wellness Retreat, a sanctuary designed to rejuvenate your mind, body, and soul. But what…
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What are Ultra Processed Foods and How Can We Eat Less of It?
Ultra-processed foods (UPF) have been the subject of significant negative attention in the health and wellness industry. But the question arises: is it truly necessary and feasible to completely eliminate them from our diets? Moreover, do we possess a comprehensive understanding of what qualifies as ultra-processed, and is there a defined “safe” threshold for consumption?…
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Embracing Lifes Next Chapter: Jenny Powells Journey Fueled by Energy, Joy, and No Limits
We were delighted to host Jenny Powell, a highly esteemed English television and radio presenter for a 3 night Yoga Retreat at Shanti-Som Wellbeing. With a remarkable career spanning 40 years in the entertainment industry, Jenny, now nearing 56, radiates boundless energy, wisdom, and charisma each day. Eager to delve into her vibrant persona, we…
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Tips to Healthy Ageing in Your 40s and Beyond
As we journey through life, each passing decade brings its own set of joys, challenges, and changes. Approaching our 40s and beyond, many of us start to ponder the concept of healthy ageing. How can we ensure vitality, resilience, and wellbeing as we gracefully navigate through this stage of life? Ageing is a natural process…
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High Protein Meal Plan for Weight Loss
Welcome to our comprehensive guide on crafting a high protein meal plan tailored specifically for weight loss. Unlocking the secret to sustainable weight loss often involves more than just slashing calories—it requires a strategic approach to nutrition that prioritizes satiety, muscle preservation, and metabolic support. In this blog, we’ll delve into the transformative power of…