It’s time to be honest, we’ve all been lied to about protein. Magazines, blogs and online forums all, knowingly or not, spread misinformation regarding how much of the stuff we should be eating. The truth is that despite what supplement companies and incentivised bloggers would have you believe, we don’t need nearly as much of […]
Category: Nutrition
Could High GI Foods cause Depression?
Depression, diabetes and obesity are all widespread in the modern western world. Contemporary nutritional guidelines call for consuming more low GI (glycemic index) carbohydrates and less high GI foods. This is especially emphasised for those looking to eat healthier and maintaining a healthy weight. But could those same foods that cause diabetes and obesity also […]
Candida or Wheat Intolerance? Telling Them Apart
It can be easier than you’d think to confuse candida and wheat intolerance. While one is caused by an overgrowth of bacteria, the other is caused by the body’s inability to properly digest a particular food. They can both cause issues, particularly in the gut, but need to be addressed very differently. What is […]
Home-Made Chocolate Recipe
The stereotype of women craving chocolate is fairly well deserved, and even makes sense nutritionally – as cocoa is quite a good source of magnesium. Magnesium is one of many essential nutrients, and it can also help relax the muscles – making it even more desirable during unforgiving periods. The trouble is that most chocolates […]
Why you might be feeling under the weather this winter
Many of us can fall ill every now and then, but it can feel especially common during the winter months. So why do we generally feel more under the weather throughout the winter? We’ve dug out the top 5 reasons you might be feeling sub-optimal; 1. Low Vitamin D Levels During the winter, we […]
Home-Made Allergy-Friendly Pet Food
Our pets can also suffer from food intolerances and allergies just like us. The good news is that home-made pet, and dog food is incredibly easy to make, and you’ll know exactly what’s going into your pets’ diet. It’s easy to keep it varied too if you’re concerned they’ll get a bit bored of the […]
Probiotics, Gut Health and Food Intolerances
There’s a lot of noise surrounding the importance of gut health lately. Many health blogs are hammering home the importance of gut health and having healthy bacteria present in your digestive tract. But what’s it all about? And does this have anything to do with food intolerances, which tend to manifest through digestive issues? Today […]
How allergies and intolerances can damage your skin
We all strive to have the perfect skin free of bumps and lumps; however, some people have more problems in that area than others. When you’re suffering from allergies and intolerances, it often causes symptoms that can result in hives and spots on your skin, ruining it for a few days or weeks. Your body’s […]