4 Reasons to Intermittent FastFasting really? Intermittent fasting has been popular for many years, especially among those wanting to lose weight. It’s now known that the health benefits of intermittent fasting go way beyond weight loss. Intermittent fasting doesn’t restrict what you eat, just when you eat it. Some practitioners suggest fasting for 16 hours, say from 8pm until 12pm or 6pm until 10 am. Others believe that eating normally for 5 days and then restricting calories to 500 or 600 for two days is the way to ...
3 Reasons to go Gluten FreeWhat is gluten? Gluten is found in grains such as wheat, rye and barley. What many people don’t realise is that it’s also found in oats. Supermarkets that label their oats ‘Gluten Free’ are usually referring to the fact that the oats were grown, processed and packed in an area without the presence of wheat, rye or barley. However, oats contain the gluten protein ‘avenin’. There’s a large body of research on this particular debate which is worth investigating. Coeliac Disease Coeliac disea...
The Benefits of Using Digestive Enzymes"It's not what you eat, it's what you absorb" - Dr. Wallach Simply put, digestive enzymes are proteins that break down our food into minute pieces to allow them to enter our bloodstream and be carried around our body. Although, you may follow a healthy diet, it’s possible that the nutrients you are taking in aren’t providing you with any goodness. This particularly applies to people who have IBS, Crohn’s, coeliac disease, leaky gut or food allergies/intolerances. This inabi...
Fruits and veg Containing the most Vit COur bodies cannot produce Vitamin C, neither can we store it, so we have to get it from our food. All fruits and vegetables have their own benefits, this article concentrates on those which have the highest Vitamin C content. Guava The guava is native to South America and central Mexico and is now the staple fruit of many Asian countries. Just one serving of guava (1 cup) contains 377 mg of vitamin C. Blackcurrant The blackcurrant is native to central and northern Europe and parts of n...
Natural Slow Release Energy FoodsSlow release energy? Most of us suffer from energy slumps at various times of the day. For some of us it’s the battle to get out of bed in the morning, for others, it’s the famous afternoon drowsy feeling. Whatever you do, don’t grab an energy drink when tiredness hits, instead, eat a diet which contains natural, slow release energy foods and the problem will disappear. Which Foods? Firstly, choose foods that are as close to their natural state as possible. Then look at foods that keep yo...
The Healthiest BerriesMmmmm you’ve gotta love berries… Berries have been eaten by man for millennia. Ancient man, or rather ancient woman, foraged for these Superfoods and enjoyed the colourful, nutrient rich gifts from Mother Nature. They contain exceptionally high levels of antioxidants, making them the perfect food for fighting off disease and maintaining a healthy body. Blueberries Blueberries have it all. They are great anti inflammatories and have antibacterial qualities as well. They are full of antioxi...
Nutrients that Boost EnergyThe old adage, “we are what we eat”, is so true... It’s a scientifically proven fact that the food we put into our bodies affects our health either positively or negatively. We all need energy to survive this busy world and the following information gives you an idea of where to look to keep up your energy levels. Vitamin E Vitamin E plays a large role in maintaining our energy levels. This vitamin helps protect our cells from free radical damage, maintains muscle strength and helps us ...
The Positive Effects of deep BreathingDo you take time to just breathe? Raymond Weil, M.D., wisely said, “Practising regular mindful breathing can be calming and energising and can even help with stress related health problems ranging from panic attacks to digestive disorders.” Deep breathing is innate but frequently we go through life never fully inflating our lungs, and yet mindful breathing is a simple way to encourage self-healing. Shallow Breathing As children, we are discouraged from showing fear, anger or displaying outbu...
Apple Cider Vinegar and DigestionApple cider vinegar has been used medicinally for a variety of ailments for thousands of years. Hippocrates, the father of modern medicine, prescribed apple cider vinegar and honey as a cure for a variety of health issues. It’s even said to have been used by Cleopatra as a facial cleanser and toner. However, here we talk about the benefits of apple cider vinegar on our digestive systems. Apple cider vinegar is made by firstly crushing apples and then adding a bacterial yeast. This causes t...
Do I Burn Fat Whilst Sleeping?Burning fat whilst sleeping?? Surely not! When you think of burning fat, you imagine a tough workout at the gym or running a half marathon and eating a healthy, lean diet. This may be one way of burning fat, however, research has shown that a good night’s sleep is imperative to keeping that unwanted fat at bay. Studies A study published in the Annals of Internal Medicine found that sleep is one of the most powerful fat burning tools. Two groups were put on a calorie-controlled diet (1450 ...
The Benefits of Citrus FruitWhen people think of the health benefits of citrus fruit, most concentrate on its high vitamin C content, but there is so much more to citrus than vitamin C. Good Source of Fibre An average sized orange contains around 2.3 grams of fibre, of which 50% is soluble. Not only does this help lower cholesterol levels, it also makes it a great food for dieting, as you feel full for longer. Keeping our cholesterol levels in check obviously reduces our risk heart disease. Vitamin C Vitamin C is vita...
Blood Sugar and Burning FatFirst of all, let’s discuss exactly what insulin is and its function in our bodies. Insulin is a hormone which is manufactured and released into our bloodstream by the pancreas. When we eat, our food is broken down into the following nutrients which then enter our bloodstream: – Protein to amino acids Dietary fats to fatty acids Carbohydrates to glucose When we eat, the pancreas releases insulin which directs the nutrients from the bloodstream to muscle and fat cells. As the nutrients are a...
Nutrients for EnergyWe all have busy and sometimes stressful lives which require energy to live successfully. Exercise, quality sleep, a balanced lifestyle, together with nutritious food will help give us the energy we need to fulfil our hopes and dreams. Eating nutrient dense foods, rather than empty calories obtained at the donut shop, is definitely the way to go. Forget diets which leave you feeling hungry and lethargic, enjoy a balanced diet, full of fresh, whole foods. Everyone of us needs water, carbohy...
3 Reasons to Eat SeedsSeeds?? That’s bird food isn’t it…? There are many tasty seeds out there which can be eaten raw as a snack, added to smoothies, sprinkled on salads or used in cooking various dishes, including cakes and biscuits. Not only are they delicious, they are extremely nutritious. Fibre Seeds are high in fibre. For example, one tablespoon of chia seeds contains 5g fibre – one sixth of our recommended intake, according to the British Nutrition Foundation. Eating a fibre rich diet not only keeps the...
Nutrients for Healthy SkinWho doesn’t want baby soft skin? What you eat and the vitamins you absorb, play a large role in the health of your skin. Foods and supplements containing the following vitamins and minerals will help you on your way to healthy skin. Vitamin C Vitamin C is a powerful antioxidant. It’s also essential for the synthesis of collagen, which is needed for supple, healthy skin. It can be found in foods such as broccoli, kale, strawberries, peppers, parsley and oranges. Vitamin E Vitamin E is ...
Magnesium BenefitsOur bodies contain only 25 grams of magnesium, most of which is stored in the skeletal system. This 25 grams may be a small amount, but it’s involved in more than 600 enzymatic reactions, from metabolising our food to creating and repairing our DNA. Below are some of the major benefits: – Healthy Bones Magnesium is vital for the formation of healthy bones and in maintaining bone density. It’s therefore one of the major players in the prevention of osteoporosis. Absorption of Calcium Magne...
4 Reasons to Intermittent Fast
Fasting really? Intermittent fasting has been popular for many years, especially among those wanting to lose weight. It’s now known that the health benefits of intermittent fasting go way beyond weight loss. Intermittent fasting doesn’t restrict what you eat, just when you eat it. Some practitioners suggest fasting for 16 hours, say from 8pm until 12pm or 6pm until 10 am. Others believe that eating normally for 5 days and then restricting calories to 500 or 600 for two days is the way to ...
3 Reasons to go Gluten Free
What is gluten? Gluten is found in grains such as wheat, rye and barley. What many people don’t realise is that it’s also found in oats. Supermarkets that label their oats ‘Gluten Free’ are usually referring to the fact that the oats were grown, processed and packed in an area without the presence of wheat, rye or barley. However, oats contain the gluten protein ‘avenin’. There’s a large body of research on this particular debate which is worth investigating. Coeliac Disease Coeliac disea...
The Benefits of Using Digestive Enzymes
"It's not what you eat, it's what you absorb" - Dr. Wallach Simply put, digestive enzymes are proteins that break down our food into minute pieces to allow them to enter our bloodstream and be carried around our body. Although, you may follow a healthy diet, it’s possible that the nutrients you are taking in aren’t providing you with any goodness. This particularly applies to people who have IBS, Crohn’s, coeliac disease, leaky gut or food allergies/intolerances. This inabi...
Fruits and veg Containing the most Vit C
Our bodies cannot produce Vitamin C, neither can we store it, so we have to get it from our food. All fruits and vegetables have their own benefits, this article concentrates on those which have the highest Vitamin C content. Guava The guava is native to South America and central Mexico and is now the staple fruit of many Asian countries. Just one serving of guava (1 cup) contains 377 mg of vitamin C. Blackcurrant The blackcurrant is native to central and northern Europe and parts of n...
Natural Slow Release Energy Foods
Slow release energy? Most of us suffer from energy slumps at various times of the day. For some of us it’s the battle to get out of bed in the morning, for others, it’s the famous afternoon drowsy feeling. Whatever you do, don’t grab an energy drink when tiredness hits, instead, eat a diet which contains natural, slow release energy foods and the problem will disappear. Which Foods? Firstly, choose foods that are as close to their natural state as possible. Then look at foods that keep yo...
The Healthiest Berries
Mmmmm you’ve gotta love berries… Berries have been eaten by man for millennia. Ancient man, or rather ancient woman, foraged for these Superfoods and enjoyed the colourful, nutrient rich gifts from Mother Nature. They contain exceptionally high levels of antioxidants, making them the perfect food for fighting off disease and maintaining a healthy body. Blueberries Blueberries have it all. They are great anti inflammatories and have antibacterial qualities as well. They are full of antioxi...
Nutrients that Boost Energy
The old adage, “we are what we eat”, is so true... It’s a scientifically proven fact that the food we put into our bodies affects our health either positively or negatively. We all need energy to survive this busy world and the following information gives you an idea of where to look to keep up your energy levels. Vitamin E Vitamin E plays a large role in maintaining our energy levels. This vitamin helps protect our cells from free radical damage, maintains muscle strength and helps us ...
The Positive Effects of deep Breathing
Do you take time to just breathe? Raymond Weil, M.D., wisely said, “Practising regular mindful breathing can be calming and energising and can even help with stress related health problems ranging from panic attacks to digestive disorders.” Deep breathing is innate but frequently we go through life never fully inflating our lungs, and yet mindful breathing is a simple way to encourage self-healing. Shallow Breathing As children, we are discouraged from showing fear, anger or displaying outbu...
Apple Cider Vinegar and Digestion
Apple cider vinegar has been used medicinally for a variety of ailments for thousands of years. Hippocrates, the father of modern medicine, prescribed apple cider vinegar and honey as a cure for a variety of health issues. It’s even said to have been used by Cleopatra as a facial cleanser and toner. However, here we talk about the benefits of apple cider vinegar on our digestive systems. Apple cider vinegar is made by firstly crushing apples and then adding a bacterial yeast. This causes t...
Do I Burn Fat Whilst Sleeping?
Burning fat whilst sleeping?? Surely not! When you think of burning fat, you imagine a tough workout at the gym or running a half marathon and eating a healthy, lean diet. This may be one way of burning fat, however, research has shown that a good night’s sleep is imperative to keeping that unwanted fat at bay. Studies A study published in the Annals of Internal Medicine found that sleep is one of the most powerful fat burning tools. Two groups were put on a calorie-controlled diet (1450 ...
The Benefits of Citrus Fruit
When people think of the health benefits of citrus fruit, most concentrate on its high vitamin C content, but there is so much more to citrus than vitamin C. Good Source of Fibre An average sized orange contains around 2.3 grams of fibre, of which 50% is soluble. Not only does this help lower cholesterol levels, it also makes it a great food for dieting, as you feel full for longer. Keeping our cholesterol levels in check obviously reduces our risk heart disease. Vitamin C Vitamin C is vita...
Blood Sugar and Burning Fat
First of all, let’s discuss exactly what insulin is and its function in our bodies. Insulin is a hormone which is manufactured and released into our bloodstream by the pancreas. When we eat, our food is broken down into the following nutrients which then enter our bloodstream: – Protein to amino acids Dietary fats to fatty acids Carbohydrates to glucose When we eat, the pancreas releases insulin which directs the nutrients from the bloodstream to muscle and fat cells. As the nutrients are a...
Nutrients for Energy
We all have busy and sometimes stressful lives which require energy to live successfully. Exercise, quality sleep, a balanced lifestyle, together with nutritious food will help give us the energy we need to fulfil our hopes and dreams. Eating nutrient dense foods, rather than empty calories obtained at the donut shop, is definitely the way to go. Forget diets which leave you feeling hungry and lethargic, enjoy a balanced diet, full of fresh, whole foods. Everyone of us needs water, carbohy...
3 Reasons to Eat Seeds
Seeds?? That’s bird food isn’t it…? There are many tasty seeds out there which can be eaten raw as a snack, added to smoothies, sprinkled on salads or used in cooking various dishes, including cakes and biscuits. Not only are they delicious, they are extremely nutritious. Fibre Seeds are high in fibre. For example, one tablespoon of chia seeds contains 5g fibre – one sixth of our recommended intake, according to the British Nutrition Foundation. Eating a fibre rich diet not only keeps the...
Nutrients for Healthy Skin
Who doesn’t want baby soft skin? What you eat and the vitamins you absorb, play a large role in the health of your skin. Foods and supplements containing the following vitamins and minerals will help you on your way to healthy skin. Vitamin C Vitamin C is a powerful antioxidant. It’s also essential for the synthesis of collagen, which is needed for supple, healthy skin. It can be found in foods such as broccoli, kale, strawberries, peppers, parsley and oranges. Vitamin E Vitamin E is ...
Magnesium Benefits
Our bodies contain only 25 grams of magnesium, most of which is stored in the skeletal system. This 25 grams may be a small amount, but it’s involved in more than 600 enzymatic reactions, from metabolising our food to creating and repairing our DNA. Below are some of the major benefits: – Healthy Bones Magnesium is vital for the formation of healthy bones and in maintaining bone density. It’s therefore one of the major players in the prevention of osteoporosis. Absorption of Calcium Magne...
