GINSENG HELPS MUSCLE FATIGUE
Long prized for its ability to boost energy and beat fatigue, recent research suggests that ginseng could also help lower muscle fatigue following anaerobic exercise, such as the short intense intervals of HIIT training. Yet another top mark for this ancient herb from the East.
SAGE CAN HELP BOOST COGNITIVE FUNCTION
Always forgetting where you left your keys or the name of that person you met last week? Sage could help. Long valued among other things for its ability to improve memory, alertness, and delay age-associated cognitive decline, a recent review shows that sage may indeed boost cognitive skills and protect against neurodegenerative disorders thanks to a wealth of plant chemicals.
TIP OF THE MONTH: THE CLOTHES MAKETH THE MAN (OR WOMAN)
Blue Monday – allegedly the most depressing day of the year – falls on January 16th. So why not turn it into “Blooming Monday” by ditching the greys and blacks and wearing your brightest clothes to work to support Mental Health Research UK And if you are feeling particularly down after the festive period, check out this month’s feature Beat the blues.
