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Why choose locally produced, organic, or free-range foods?The answer is simple:because the way food is produced affects ...
22/01/2026

Why choose locally produced, organic, or free-range foods?

The answer is simple:
because the way food is produced affects the body, especially the endocrine (hormonal) system.

Highly industrialised meat and food production often expose the body to substances that may disrupt hormonal balance over time. In conventional poultry and meat farming, animals are frequently raised to grow faster and larger than nature intended.

While hormonal growth promoters are banned in the EU, other factors can still influence our bodies:

• intensive breeding practices
• routine antibiotic use
• stress hormones released in animals
• residues from feed, pesticides, and additives

Food carries information, not just calories.

Before you buy, pause and ask:
Where did this come from? How was it produced?

Your body is your temple.
Treat it with respect, care, and conscious choice.

Disclaimer:

This content is shared for educational and holistic wellbeing purposes only and is not intended to replace medical or nutritional advice.



🌱 Puberty & Hormonal Transitions in AdolescentsAdolescence is a time of incredible growth and change. Hormones like estr...
21/01/2026

🌱 Puberty & Hormonal Transitions in Adolescents

Adolescence is a time of incredible growth and change. Hormones like estrogen, testosterone, growth hormone, and cortisol work together to guide physical growth, mood, sleep, and energy.

This period can feel overwhelming for teens and for parents, because hormone surges can affect:
• Mood and emotional regulation
• Sleep patterns
• Appetite and energy
• Growth and body changes

🌿 How to Support Healthy Hormonal Transitions

Balanced meals – Protein, healthy fats, and fiber stabilize blood sugar and support growth.

Sleep and routine – Consistent bedtimes allow hormones to rise and fall naturally.

Physical activity – Supports growth, insulin sensitivity, and stress regulation.

Emotional support – Open communication helps teens navigate mood swings safely.

Comment below and let us know which hormone challenge has been hardest for your teen: sleep, mood, or energy?

💚Don't forget to tag a parent who could use these tips for their child.

🌿 At Anahata Wellbeing, we believe that small, consistent choices in food, sleep, activity, and emotional connection help hormones do their job naturally.

Disclaimer:
For educational purposes only. Not a substitute for professional medical advice.

🍬 Insulin, Blood Sugar & Adolescent EnergyInsulin is the hormone that helps the body use food for energy. In adolescence...
20/01/2026

🍬 Insulin, Blood Sugar & Adolescent Energy

Insulin is the hormone that helps the body use food for energy. In adolescence, growth, learning, and activity levels are high, which makes stable blood sugar especially important.

When blood sugar spikes and crashes frequently, from sugary drinks, highly processed snacks, or irregular meals, it can affect:
• Energy and focus
• Mood and emotional regulation
• Hormonal balance and appetite control
• Growth and metabolic health

🌱 Supporting Healthy Blood Sugar in Teens

• Encourage balanced meals with protein, healthy fats, and fiber
• Limit highly processed snacks and sugary drinks
• Maintain regular meal patterns
• Support physical activity, which helps insulin work efficiently

Helping adolescents balance blood sugar gives their hormones, energy, and focus the stability they need to grow and thrive.

Disclaimer:
For educational purposes only. Not a substitute for medical advice.

📱 Screens, Dopamine & the Developing Adolescent BrainAdolescence is a time of rapid brain development. The reward system...
19/01/2026

📱 Screens, Dopamine & the Developing Adolescent Brain

Adolescence is a time of rapid brain development. The reward system, driven in part by dopamine, is especially active during these years. Dopamine supports motivation, learning, pleasure, and emotional regulation.

Digital platforms are designed to capture attention and stimulate dopamine release. When screen use becomes frequent and unregulated, it can influence how the adolescent brain responds to reward, stress, and focus.

This is not about removing screens entirely, but about supporting balance during a sensitive stage of development.

🧠 How Excessive Screen Use Can Affect Teens

• Reduced attention span and focus
• Increased emotional reactivity
• Disrupted sleep and melatonin rhythms
• Higher stress and nervous system activation

The adolescent brain is still refining impulse control and emotional regulation, making it more sensitive to constant stimulation.

🌱 Supporting Healthy Dopamine Balance in Adolescents

• Encouraging regular screen breaks
• Prioritising sleep and offline downtime
• Supporting real-world connection, movement, and creativity
• Modelling balanced digital habits at home

Dopamine thrives on meaningful effort, novelty, and real-world reward, not constant stimulation alone.

Disclaimer:
For educational purposes only. Not a substitute for medical advice.

🌿 Did You Know?Castor oil packs have been used for centuries to support women’s health and ease menstrual discomfort nat...
18/01/2026

🌿 Did You Know?

Castor oil packs have been used for centuries to support women’s health and ease menstrual discomfort naturally.

When applied externally, castor oil packs may help:
• soothe lower abdominal tension
• support circulation in the pelvic area
• encourage relaxation of the nervous system
• ease cramps linked to stress and congestion

Menstrual discomfort is often intensified by stress, inflammation, and restricted flow. Gentle warmth combined with castor oil can help the body soften and release.

🌸 How to Use a Castor Oil Pack (Menstrual Support)

You will need:
• Cold-pressed castor oil
• A piece of cotton or flannel cloth
• A towel
• A warm (not hot) hot-water bottle

How:

Soak the cloth with castor oil (warm slightly if needed)

Place it over the lower abdomen

Cover with a towel and place a hot-water bottle for gentle warmth

Rest for 20–30 minutes

Breathe slowly and allow the body to relax

Best used before or after menstruation, or during moments of tension (not during heavy bleeding).

Avoid during pregnancy or if you have specific medical conditions.

💚 At Anahata Wellbeing, we work with the body holistically supporting the nervous system, which plays a key role in hormonal comfort and regulation.

We also offer high-quality castor oil at the clinic for those who wish to incorporate this ritual into their self-care at home. DM for more information.

When the nervous system feels safe, the body can soften, regulate, and restore more naturally.

🌿Disclaimer

This practice is shared for educational and holistic wellbeing purposes only and is not a substitute for medical advice.

🌿 Women’s Hormones & the Modern WorldIn recent years, more women are experiencing:• cycle irregularities• PMS or PMDD• f...
17/01/2026

🌿 Women’s Hormones & the Modern World

In recent years, more women are experiencing:
• cycle irregularities
• PMS or PMDD
• fatigue and burnout
• skin flare-ups and inflammation
• mood shifts and anxiety
• fertility challenges

These are not isolated issues.
They are often signs of hormonal imbalance shaped by modern living.

⚖️ The Female Hormonal System

Women’s hormones are cyclical, not linear.

Oestrogen, progesterone, cortisol, insulin, and thyroid hormones are continuously influenced by:
• stress and nervous system load
• sleep quality
• nutrition and blood sugar balance
• environmental chemicals
• overstimulation and emotional pressure

When stress becomes chronic, the body shifts into survival mode and hormonal balance is often the first to be affected.

Modern life exposes women to:
• endocrine-disrupting chemicals in food, cosmetics, and household products
• ultra-processed foods and excess sugar
• constant productivity demands
• reduced rest

Gentle shifts can make a difference:

• calming the nervous system
• supporting natural detox pathways
• choosing lower-toxic products where possible
• honouring rest, cycles, and boundaries
• nourishing the body consistently

At Anahata Wellbeing, treatments support the nervous system and hormonal rhythm through somatic bodywork and natural skin therapies.

By calming the nervous system, the body is better able to:
• regulate stress hormones
• reduce inflammation
• support skin and cycle health
• restore balance gently, from within

🌿 Gentle Reminder

This content is shared for educational and holistic wellbeing purposes only and does not replace medical advice.

🌿 Highly Processed Foods, Hormones & Growing BodiesYou may have seen recent media reports discussing cancer risk in rela...
16/01/2026

🌿 Highly Processed Foods, Hormones & Growing Bodies

You may have seen recent media reports discussing cancer risk in relation to meat consumption. What is often missed in these conversations is an important distinction:

Highly processed foods are not the same as whole, unprocessed foods.

When different food categories are grouped together, it can create confusion and unnecessary fear, especially for those trying to make informed choices for their families.

🧠 Food processing can significantly change how the body responds to what we eat.

Highly processed foods often contain:
• Preservatives and chemical additives
• Artificial flavourings and colourings
• Emulsifiers and stabilisers
• Excess sugar, refined oils, and salt

These substances are not inert. In growing bodies, they can influence:
• Hormone signalling
• Gut microbiome balance
• Blood sugar regulation
• Inflammatory pathways

Hormones act as the body’s messengers. When these signals are repeatedly disrupted, especially during childhood and adolescence, it can affect growth, mood, metabolism, and long-term health.

🍽️ Processed vs Whole Foods

It’s important to differentiate between:
• Highly processed foods (industrial processing, chemical additives, altered structure)
and
• Whole or minimally processed foods that retain their natural form and nutrients

The concern is not food itself, but how far it has been altered from its natural state.

Children’s hormonal and detox systems are still developing. This makes them more sensitive to repeated exposure from highly processed foods, particularly when these foods become daily staples.

Supporting development includes:
• Prioritising whole, real foods where possible
• Being mindful of heavily processed options
• Supporting gut health, which plays a key role in hormone regulation
• Creating balance rather than restriction or fear

🌿 At Anahata Wellbeing, we focus on informed, grounded choices, not food fear.

Supporting children’s health isn’t about eliminating entire food groups, but about reducing unnecessary chemical or sugar load and supporting the body’s natural regulatory systems.

Disclaimer:
This post is shared for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Individual needs vary. Please consult a qualified healthcare professional for personalised guidance.

A child’s gut is far more than a digestive system.It plays a central role in hormone regulation, brain development, immu...
15/01/2026

A child’s gut is far more than a digestive system.
It plays a central role in hormone regulation, brain development, immunity, and emotional balance.

The gut and brain are in constant communication through the gut–brain–hormone axis. When gut health is challenged by highly processed foods, additives, environmental exposures, or ongoing stress, this communication can become disrupted.

Hormones are the body’s messengers. In childhood and adolescence, when growth and development are rapid, these systems are especially sensitive.

🧠 Why gut health matters for development:

• Supports balanced hormone production
• Regulates mood, behaviour, and focus
• Strengthens immunity
• Aids nutrient absorption essential for growth

👶 Supporting Gut Health in Toddlers

During early childhood, the gut microbiome is still developing and adapting.

Helpful foundations include:
• Whole, minimally processed foods
• Limiting artificial colours, flavours, and preservatives
• Calm, predictable mealtimes that support digestion
• Certain medical treatments may temporarily affect gut bacteria. Supporting digestion and nutrition can help the body rebalance naturally.

A supported gut at this stage contributes to emotional regulation, sleep quality, immune resilience, and steady growth.

🌱 Supporting Gut Health in Adolescents

Adolescence brings significant hormonal changes, growth spurts, and increased mental and emotional demands, all of which influence digestion and gut health.

Supportive practices include:
• Balanced meals with adequate protein, healthy fats, and fibre
• Encouraging a dietary variety to support the gut
• Managing stress, which has a direct impact on digestion and hormones
• Reducing reliance on ultra-processed foods and excess sugar

A resilient gut during adolescence supports hormonal balance, mental wellbeing, energy levels, and long-term health.

🌿 At Anahata Wellbeing, we view gut health as a cornerstone of healthy development and by supporting children from the inside out at every stage of growth.

Disclaimer:
This post is shared for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended to replace medical advice. Please consult a qualified healthcare professional for individual guidance.

🌱 How the Environment Shapes Our Children’s Growth & DevelopmentA child’s development is influenced by the environment t...
14/01/2026

🌱 How the Environment Shapes Our Children’s Growth & Development

A child’s development is influenced by the environment they are raised.
Their body, brain, nervous system, and immune system are constantly responding to the environment they live in.

From pregnancy through early childhood, environmental factors play a powerful role in physical growth, emotional regulation, learning ability, and long-term health.

✨ Key influences include:
• Quality of food and water
• Exposure to chemical toxins
• Air quality
• Stress levels
• Emotional safety and nervous system regulation

🧠 Chemical toxins in food are of particular concern. Many everyday foods contain residues of pesticides, artificial additives, preservatives, and heavy metals. Research shows that early exposure to these substances can interfere with:
• Brain development
• Hormonal balance
• Gut and immune health
• Behaviour and attention regulation

Children’s bodies are still developing, which means they absorb more toxins relative to their size and have a reduced ability to detoxify compared to adults.

🌿 The good news?
Small, conscious choices make a big difference:
• Prioritising whole, minimally processed foods
• Reducing exposure to pesticides and additives
• Supporting gut health and detox pathways naturally
• Creating emotionally safe, low-stress environments

At Anahata Wellbeing, we believe true health begins by supporting the whole child physically, emotionally, and environmentally.

Because nurturing our children also means nurturing the world they grow in 💚

Disclaimer: This post is intended to inform and raise awareness. It is not a substitute for professional medical advice. If you have concerns about your child’s health or development, please seek guidance from a qualified healthcare provider.

As a gentle evening ritual, a warm Ayurvedic drink before bed, such as warm milk (or plant milk) with a pinch of nutmeg,...
13/01/2026

As a gentle evening ritual, a warm Ayurvedic drink before bed, such as warm milk (or plant milk) with a pinch of nutmeg, cardamom, or turmeric, can help calm the nervous system and signal the body that it’s time to rest.

I personally love adding cinnamon; its warmth makes the ritual even more grounding.😍✨

Sleep is not passive; it’s active repair.While we sleep, the body:• regulates hormones• repairs skin and tissues• balanc...
13/01/2026

Sleep is not passive; it’s active repair.

While we sleep, the body:
• regulates hormones
• repairs skin and tissues
• balances cortisol and insulin
• supports hair growth cycles
• restores the nervous system

When sleep is disrupted, the body doesn’t get the message that it’s safe to repair.

🧠 How Poor Sleep Affects Hormones

Irregular or insufficient sleep can:
• increase cortisol (stress hormone)
• disrupt insulin sensitivity
• lower testosterone
• affect estrogen balance
• slow skin regeneration

This can show up as fatigue, cravings, skin flare-ups, hair shedding, or emotional reactivity.

🌿 Supporting Rest Naturally

Gentle ways to support better sleep:
• consistent sleep times
• reducing evening stimulation
• warm, calming rituals
• nervous system regulation
• reducing chemical and sensory overload

Sleep quality matters more than perfection.

Disclaimer :

Shared for educational and holistic wellbeing purposes only.

🌿 Stress, Skin & Hair -The Nervous System ConnectionThe skin and hair respond to stress.When the nervous system is under...
12/01/2026

🌿 Stress, Skin & Hair -The Nervous System Connection

The skin and hair respond to stress.

When the nervous system is under constant pressure, stress hormones such as cortisol remain elevated. Over time, this can be noticed through the skin and hair.

Stress affects the skin and one can see;

• increased inflammation
• breakouts or congestion
• sensitivity and redness
• dryness or dullness
• slower healing

The skin is often one of the first places stress reveals itself.

Stress affects hair as well. This can show up as;

• increased shedding or thinning
• slower growth cycles
• weakened hair strands
• scalp sensitivity or imbalance

Stress can shift the body away from repair and toward survival mode, affecting hair health in the process.

This happens when the nervous system stays activated:
• blood flow is redirected away from skin and hair
• repair processes slow down
• hormonal communication becomes disrupted

This is not a failure of the body; it’s an adaptation.

Disclaimer:
Shared for educational and holistic wellbeing purposes only.

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Anahata Wellbeing by Rita is a place of peace and tranquility away from every day stresses, where you can restore body, mind and soul. Our Salon is located in Haz Zebbug, Malta and is equipped with the latest innovative beauty devices for perfect results.

Having more than 18 years of experience in the Beauty & Wellness field, my aim is to provide a proficient service to all my clients. Treatments carried out at our salon vary from customised facials, I.PL hair removal, Body detox programs, a variety of holistic massages, mindfulness sessions, meditations and much more treatments which work on mind, body and soul.

Should you wish to contact us you can do so by email anahatawellbeingbyrita@gmail.com or call 99861551.