There are few things more frustrating than constantly climbing on the scales and seeing no progress, despite spending hours at the gym, eating right, getting plenty of sleep, and staying hydrated. You’re doing everything right, but that excess weight just stubbornly refuses to shift. If this sounds like you, then you may simply be one of the people who are unfortunate enough to have a slow metabolism. Your metabolism is the process whereby the body converts what you eat and drink into energy. Having a slow metabolism means that your body isn’t converting food into energy as quickly as it shoul ..read more

A healthy, well-balanced diet is the key to developing a muscular frame. While many fitness fans are aware of the foods that they should be including in their diets, are there foods that hinder muscle growth?      Foods such as vegetables, fruits, and grains all help to keep our bodies strong and promote muscle growth. One of the best foods to eat if you are trying to pack on muscle is fish. Oily fish contain high levels of omega 3 fatty acids, which supports the body in building up muscles. However, if you find it hard to get good quality oily fish, or you just don’t like ..read more

Making sure that you build up your muscle mass means more than just putting in time at the gym. To really bulk up and enhance your physical strength, you also need to be making all the right moves in the kitchen. Diet and nutrition are essential parts of the process of gaining lean muscle. Including the right foods to gain muscle in your diet will help you to support your body before, during, and after your workouts. In addition to maintaining a diet based on muscle-building foods, many people augment their exercise routines by taking supplements that support muscle growth.* The Orphic Nutriti ..read more

The human immune system protects us from the negative effects of viruses and bacteria. In spring, our immune systems are greatly weakened. Throughout winter our bodies consume all the vitamins we’ve accumulated over the summer to make up for the lack of sunlight and the smaller amounts of physical activity that most people do during the winter season.  As a result, respiratory viral infections, skin diseases, allergic reactions, chronic ailments, constant fatigue, insomnia, and depression all begin to attack. Our immune system works overtime to defend itself against these attacks. By the ..read more

Mindfulness is the practice of being more aware of every moment that we experience. By being mindful, we allow ourselves to become more present in our actual reality, to be more thankful for our lives, and to accept ourselves for who we really are.  If you are struggling to stay positive, feeling overwhelmed by stress, or are finding it difficult to quiet your mind, then mindful affirmations can help you to ground yourself and find peace.  For additional support with your mood and energy levels, you can also try our natural remedies such as our Organic Ashwagandha Capsules.* These su ..read more

Achieving and maintaining a healthy weight is a constant challenge for most of us. Counting calories and always trying to keep up with the new dieting fad can be exhausting mentally and physically. What’s worse, is that often you just don’t see the weight loss results you want! We’ve got good news for anyone who is struggling with dieting. The intuitive eating approach urges you to get rid of your diet and take a more holistic approach to eating. Created by dieticians Evelyn Tribole and Elyse Resch back in 1995, intuitive eating aims to enhance our awareness of how we eat and encourage us to h ..read more

What is Garcinia Cambogia? What is Garcinia Cambogia good for? 9 facts about Garcinia Cambogia Is Garcinia Cambogia safe? Where can I buy Garcinia Cambogia? What is Garcinia Cambogia? Garcinia Cambogia is a tropical fruit used as an active ingredient in many modern health supplements. Sometimes known as Malabar tamarind, it is related to the better-known mangosteen. Unlike the humble mangosteen, Garcinia Cambogia has several surprising benefits for your health.* What is Garcinia Cambogia Good For? Garcinia Cambogia supplements are a natural way to support health and wellbeing ..read more

You may go to the gym regularly, eat a healthy diet, and get enough sleep, but are you looking out for your eyes? Good eye health is crucial to our overall well-being. Almost 80 percent of the information our brain receives comes through our eyesight. If we don’t look after our eyes, our vision can degrade as we become older. However, maintaining good eyesight means more than just eating your carrots!* If you’d like to know exactly what to do to keep your eyesight sharp, then keep reading for our top tips on how to support your eyesight!*  Stick to an Exercise Routine Eat a Healthy Diet ..read more

Folks that have been paying attention to some of the chatter around carbohydrates in health circles these days might have come across the term ‘resistant starch’. Resistant starch is now becoming increasingly popular because of how good it is for our health. But what is resistant starch, really? What are the benefits surrounding this mysterious carb? And how can we include it in our diet?  As well as upping your levels of resistant starch, if you are concerned about your health, then try the Orphic Nutrition range of health supplements.* We have a great selection of yummy, convenient, and ..read more

Staying healthy means sticking to a balanced diet full of fresh fruit, vegetables, and protein. However, as the cost of living and the price of regular supermarket staples continues to rise, it can be tough not to swap out healthy foods for cheaper, not so nutritious alternatives. With a little thought and planning, you can enjoy healthy foods without having to spend a fortune. To help you save your pennies and stay in great shape, the team at Orphic Nutrition has put together a list of suggestions on how you can eat healthy while on a budget. By following the below tips combined with a few of ..read more