Science Confirms What Tradition Knew

Today, science affirms what those early inhabitants instinctively knew: the coast restores us—body, mind, and soul. The salty air, rich in negative ions, can boost oxygen flow to the brain, sharpen mental clarity, and lower stress. Even the ocean spray carries microscopic marine compounds that support immunity and help regulate inflammation, offering subtle but measurable benefits to wellbeing.

A Walking Meditation by the Sea

Cornwall’s coastal paths, once trodden by poets and traders, invite us to slow down, engage the senses, and reconnect with nature. Walking barefoot along the tide line not only grounds us emotionally but also stimulates the nervous system in ways that improve balance and encourage neuroplasticity. Breathing the clean, moisture-rich sea air can ease respiratory issues, while immersion in these “blue spaces” has been shown to lower anxiety, improve sleep, and lift mood more deeply than even the greenest woodland.

Tides of Tradition and Renewal

Here, healing is woven into the rhythm of the tides. Local traditions, like foraging or sharing stories around the fire, reflect a heritage of balance: movement and stillness, connection and solitude.

A Coastal Retreat to Reconnect

This October, YogaNomes will bring that heritage to life with a three-night seaside retreat from 18–21 October 2025 at Anterre House, perched high above the ocean at Highcliffe’s highest point. Guests will enjoy twice-daily yoga and meditation, nourishing plant-based meals made with local ingredients, and time to wander the cliffs or simply rest by the shore. Optional extras such as massage, acupuncture, and self-care workshops offer deeper ways to unwind.

This isn’t just a getaway. It is an invitation to pause, breathe, and experience firsthand the restorative power that Cornwall’s coast has offered seekers for millennia.

Use the code FORM20 for 20% off your first retreat with Yoga Nomes & Ôn Retreat.

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When was the last time you treated yourself to something truly extraordinary? A yoga safari retreat provides just that—a transformative experience blending adventure, wellness, and the healing power of nature.

Picture waking up to birdsong in Zambia’s Valley of the Leopards, practicing yoga as elephants roam nearby, meditating under breathtaking sunrises, and stargazing beneath expansive night skies. This isn’t your average retreat; it’s an opportunity to step away from the noise and rediscover balance, clarity, and joy while immersed in the Earth’s beauty.

The Problem: Disconnection from Nature and Sense of Self

Modern life often pulls us away from nature, leaving us feeling ungrounded. Studies show that connecting with nature reduces stress, enhances creativity, and fosters a sense of perspective. Yet how often do we truly unplug? A yoga safari offers a chance to reconnect—with nature, yourself, and what truly matters.

The Solution: Yoga on Safari

It shares tools to restore your inner harmony. It’s an experience designed to address the disconnection we often feel, by immersing you in nature’s grandeur while nurturing your mind, body, and soul.

Here’s how:

1. Movement in Harmony with Nature: energising outdoor yoga sessions that awaken your body and mind while leveraging the “green exercise effect.”Restorative practices under starry skies that promote deep relaxation. Breathwork (Pranayama) balances energy flow, while practicing amidst Zambia’s wilderness creates a profound connection to Earth’s rhythms.
2. Wildlife Encounters as Moving Meditation: a walking safari, it’s an experience unto its own where you’ll witness majestic wildlife in their natural habitat. Observing elephants, giraffes, zebras, big cats or birds becomes a meditation in presence. Observing these creatures fosters mindfulness and awe—a natural extension of yogic principles that ground you in the present moment.
3. Digital Detox, Slowing Down & Nervous System Reset: Disconnect from technology and embrace a slower pace. NIH research confirms that 72 hours without digital devices reduces stress markers by a remarkable 40%. Morning and evening fresh herbal teas replace screen time, supporting cognitive restoration cycles, and are balanced with coffee rituals and evening wine sessions, all savoured guilt-free, reinforcing equilibrium between indulgence and mindful living without external distractions.
4. Rediscovering Daily Joy, Not Escaping Life: New experiences activate dopamine release in the brain, enhancing satisfaction and reconnecting you to what truly matters (Nature Human Behaviour, 2024). Yoga Safari retreats are not about escaping life; they are about rediscovering it and what brings you daily joy. Retreats create space for stillness, reflection, and growth.Meditating under sunrise skies or marvelling at an elephant’s grace reminds you of life’s beauty.
5. Elemental Guidance for Adaptable Balance: Imagine embarking on a journey where each day unfolds like a symphony of elements—earth, air, water, and fire—each one guiding you toward balance, resilience, and personal growth. This transformative path begins with earth, which grounds you in stability and calm, anchoring you in the present moment. As you breathe in the scent of the earth, you feel a sense of security and mindfulness wash over you, leaving you centred and serene.

Next, air lifts your spirit, awakening creativity and clarity. You feel light and inspired, ready to explore the endless possibilities that life offers with a refreshed mind. Then, fire ignites your inner energy, rekindling passion and vitality. It shakes off lethargy and sparks enthusiasm for life, empowering you to embrace transformation with courage and optimism.

Finally, water brings fluidity and emotional harmony, connecting you to your intuition. These soothing flows leave you feeling supple and aligned with your natural rhythm, immersed in a state of blissful balance. To complete the cycle, returning to earth-centred rituals grounds you in gratitude and presence, allowing you to absorb the enchantment of your experience fully while fostering resilience for future growth.

By integrating these elemental practices into daily life, you ensure a balanced approach to well-being. Simple rituals like mindful skincare routines add effortless joy to your routine, enhancing both inner harmony and outer radiance. This journey is not just about balance; it’s about embracing life in all its beauty and depth.

Ôn Retreat is an invitation to pause, breathe deeply, and reconnect with your essence in an extraordinary environment. If you’ve been yearning for something extraordinary, something that whispers to your sense of adventure whilst calling you back to balance, you can find more information in this link or email naomi.onretreat@gmail.com. Quote FORM20 for 20% discount.

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But in the age of smart supplement routines and fortified foods, it’s easy to worry about exceeding the NRVs, especially when a label says you’re getting 100% of a certain vitamin on the daily, and you know you’re topping up that figure through your diet.

So, is it really a problem if you go over the NRV? And are some vitamins more likely to cause an issue than others? To get the lowdown on how NRVs work and whether exceeding them is risky, we turned to Form’s Head of Nutrition Dr Adam Collins to shed some light on the topic…

What are NRVs and how do they work?

The term NRV stands for Nutrient Reference Value, a modern replacement for the older term Dietary Reference Values (DRV). These values are set to ensure that 97.5% of a healthy adult population gets enough of each nutrient to avoid deficiency.

However, they do not necessarily reflect the optimal levels for everyone. In some cases, like with Vitamin D, there wasn’t even a standard NRV until recently.

When you see a percentage of NRV on a label, it shows how much of a nutrient is in the product relative to the recommended intake, not necessarily the amount of the active nutrient. For example, our Radiant supplement contains 800 mcg of Vitamin A, which is 100% of the NRV.

But this Vitamin A is in two forms – retinyl acetate and beta carotene – and not all forms of Vitamin A are equally potent. The active form is retinol, and the effectiveness of retinyl acetate is only about 33% of retinol’s potency, while beta carotene is just 8.3% as effective.

So, while the supplement shows 100% NRV, its actual retinol equivalent is much lower – only about 0.33 mg.

For comparison, our Multi supplement contains 800 mcg of Vitamin A as beta carotene, equating to just 67 mcg of retinol equivalents, while our Peakblend meal replacement has 240 mcg, or 79 mcg of retinol equivalents.

The upper safe limit for Vitamin A intake is 3 mg of retinol equivalents per day, so there’s little risk of exceeding this through our supplements, unless you are also consuming high amounts of foods like liver, which are very rich in retinol.

Should I be concerned?

The concern about taking too many vitamins or minerals through supplements is generally only relevant if you’re consuming much higher amounts than you would through food or supplements (for example, if you’re taking multiple supplements of a single vitamin).

Fat-soluble vitamins like Vitamin A, D, and E are more likely to build up in your system, but even here, the risk is low. For example, the upper safe limit for Vitamin D intake is 4000 IU per day, much higher than the 1000 IU in our Multi and 300 IU in Peakblend.

Most diets typically provide much less than this, and many people, especially those on plant-based diets, get even lower amounts.
As for water-soluble vitamins like Vitamin B, C, and beta-carotene, the body usually excretes any excess.

The risk of toxicity would require both excessive intake and impaired absorption, which could be affected by other dietary factors. For minerals like iron, zinc, and calcium, they compete for absorption, but this is less of an issue when consumed through whole foods because nutrients are absorbed at different times and places in the gut.

Final thoughts

Overall, our supplements are designed to provide nutritional insurance – ensuring you get a safe, balanced intake without the risk of exceeding recommended levels. To stay safe, you should have a general focus on maintaining balance, ensuring you’re meeting but not excessively exceeding NRVs.

This is especially important if you’re stacking multiple supplements, as it can be easy to unintentionally go over certain nutrient levels. However, our products alone are formulated to be very low risk, even when combined with your diet or other supplements.

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