Nutrition cheat sheet What we eat gives us energy to survive and thrive. But what are we actually eating and how does it benefit us, or not? Let’s break it down. Macronutrients are the different types of food sources that we need- carbohydrates, protein and
What we eat makes a difference to both how we feel and the health of our brain. This is something that I hadn’t realised was as important as it is until I started researching brain health a few years ago. Why does what we eat
5 Ways To Eat Your Way To A More Positive State Of Mind More than 4 million people in England are on antidepressants and a recent article in The Telegraph states there has been a 10-15% rise in antidepressant prescriptions. And as we emerge from COVID-19 lockdown, many people
Cucumbers – not just for salads or to put over puffy eyes Now we’re experiencing summer weather and salads it’s worth pointing out that cucumber should be high up on your list of fruit to consume in the coming weeks. The ubiquitous cucumber packs a punch when it comes to hydration –
The 13 essential vitamins are A, C, D, E K and the B vitamins: thiamine (B1 ), riboflavin (B2 ), niacin ( B3 ), pantothenic acid ( B5 ), pyridoxine ( B6 ), biotin ( B7 ), folate ( B9 ) and cobalin ( B12
Why sugary foods can affect your mood “The sugar high’ is something we are all familiar with both in ourselves and in our children – a sudden burst of energy that comes after eating sweet treats. But how does that sugar mood lift affect our
Ginger – whether you have it in hot water with honey and apple cider vinegar to start the day, or if you’re cooking a stir fry with it, ginger has a number of health benefits.( Ginger Nut biscuits however, don’t count )Ginger is a flowering plant
Our immune system is big news these days. There has never been a more important time to think about taking care of immune system and doing all we can to make sure our immune defence weapons are sharp and fully loaded. Why our immune system
Before we get into the microbiome a quick revision of digestion from biology Ready?! Digestion starts when we put food our Mouth. Our gnashers work to grind the food down in partnership with our saliva. This chewing action, combined with release of enzymes ( chemicals
There are many health benefits to the ubiquitous tomato. Tomatoes are a major source of lycopene, an antioxidant, which gives the fruit it’s vivid colour. As well as lycopene, they also contain various other plant compounds, including beta-carotene, narigenin and chlorogenic acid. Lycopene is good