As we hit our 40’s and beyond, our skin start to sag more, we start to experience creaky joints, thinning hair, and feeling like our body isn’t as resilient as it used to be, as a result of reduced collagen. Collagen is the glue that holds everything together. It’s the richest protein in our body, and is responsible for keeping…
Harmonise Hormones Naturally Through Nutrition
As we navigate menopause, many of us notice shifts in mood, energy, and overall well-being. These changes often come down to one thing: hormones. These shifts are natural and we can influence the hormones shifting in harmony through what we eat. A diet rich in whole foods and specific nutrients can help ease menopausal symptoms, stabilise energy and blood glucose,…
The Importance of Protein in Every Meal
Protein Basics: Protein is one of the three macronutrients required by the body. The other 2 being carbohydrates and fats. On average a person needs about 0.8-1.1g of protein per kilo of body weight. However, protein needs increase with age because our body becomes less efficient at synthesizing, digesting and absorbing protein, therefore we need to eat more of it….
5 Reasons You’re Craving Sugar
1. Addicted: Problem: If you have been having sugar throughout your day every day for a long period of time (every day for over a week), it will cause an addiction Sugar makes the brain react the same way it would with anything that makes you feel good, such as drugs, alcohol, gambling etc. It triggers the Opioid receptors in…
What’s in season to eat this Spring?
Eating fruit and vegetables that are in season has vast array of benefits: You can purchase them fresh directly from your local markets and farmers for maximum nutrient benefits The fruit and vegetables you purchase have a higher quality of nutrients as they are fresh, not imported. Fruit and Vegetables that are available but not in season have normally been…
