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It’s one of the most common questions vegans get asked, “what about protein?”. Well, the most common question right after “Don’t you miss meat?!” and “But you eat fish, right?”. In fact, over the past few decades, a vegan or plant-based diet has gained a bit of a poor reputation…
Magnesium is the magic mineral responsible for over 300 different processes in the body, including energy production, muscle movements, blood pressure regulation, blood sugar levels and nerve impulses. It’s also been called ‘the original chill pill’ due to its ability to suppress the release of stress hormones by the brain.…
Look around you: one in three people are magnesium-deficient and don’t even know it. This super supplement has a long list of evidence-based health benefits and is vital for hundreds of chemical processes in the body. It regulates muscle and nerve function, hormones, blood sugar levels, blood pressure control, immune…
She’s been labelled the David Bowie of Meditation, described as ‘Rock n Roll’ and featured in The New York Times, Forbes, and TIME, but none of these accomplishments phase Biet Simkin. The US-born spiritual leader, who visited Sydney last year for Wanderlust 108, is all about focusing on inner peace…
Sometimes life just tends to squeeze every inch of calm out of you. If you’re in need of a quick fix (and really, who isn’t), then TED Talks has a plethora of advice from a bucket load of experts. Here are five of them talking about how to help manage…
The rise of hemp and CBD oil is one of the most exciting wellness trends in recent years, and you can see hemp used in everything from clothing to food products. A common misconception is that as they’re both derived from the cannabis plant they can make you ‘high’… sorry,…
If you catch yourself ordering in or using the microwave (guilty) to defrost frozen pizzas most nights of the week, then it could be a sign you might not have the best relationship with food. While there’s nothing wrong with indulging in a restaurant dinner or ordering a pizza now…
When Youtube sensation and ‘Holistic Health Princess’ Sarah’s Day first brought out her Body Bloom Inner Health and Beauty Powder with Tropeaka it sold out almost immediately. It’s not surprising really, Day has over a 1.4 million YouTube subscribers and another 1.1 million Instagram followers. But what really prompted everyone to…
Got a fitness-lover as a bestie? Well, you can’t go wrong with thoughtful gifts that nurture the mind, body and soul. Here’s URBANSWEAT’s top picks: 1) SWEAT IT OUT IN STYLE: Unit Nine Shooting Stars Boxing Gloves ($135) Unit Nine make beautifully-designed unique high-performance training gear. We love these fun, star-sprinkled,…
If your ‘To Do’ list is looking over-committed and your idea of a break is scrolling through your feed for five minutes, this article is for you! We spoke to Luke McCleod for some quick calming tips to reset your system… you may remember him from such TV shows as…
Did you know the three most common injuries for runners, cyclists and gym junkies (especially, you, CrossFitters) are all joint, tendon and ligament related? These include lower back pain and strain (most caused by damage to the soft tissues supporting the lower spine including muscles, tendons, and ligaments), knee pain…
Sydney’s coast is known for its beautiful walking paths filled with bush, wildlife, and with spectacular views of the ocean! And sometimes, it’s hard to figure our which walk you want to do, depending on the time it takes, intensity and location… that’s why we’ve created a list of our…
