July 31 2019The cool weather and biting wind may be turning you off your usual exercise routine this winter but there are some good reasons you should be breaking a sweat during the colder months. According to a US study, exercising outside in winter increases your kJ-burn and boosts your metabolism. It can also mean you expend less...
Read more July 25 2019Tired of hearing about expensive and hard-to-find fad foods? You’ll never believe the power of what’s already in your pantry and fridge drawer. From peanuts to popcorn, these no-frills foods pack surprising nutritional punches. (One even cleans your teeth!) 1. Celery This crisp vegetable does a lot more than flavor soups and add crunch to...
Read more July 22 2019Experts share their quickest stress-relief tips – because everyone has a minute to spare! Pull out a calming photograph Whether it’s palm trees on a beach or your adorable new puppy, looking at something pretty does effect changes in the brain. It either brings us back to the present moment or distracts us by taking...
Read more July 17 2019Fill up your shopping list with these foods to soothe and calm the second brain in your gut. Salmon “Omega-3 fatty acids found in foods like fish, nuts and seeds help maintain the health of the brain’s cell membranes and assist the transmission of ‘feel-good chemicals’ like dopamine and serotonin,” explains nutritionist Natalie Parletta, PhD....
Read more July 15 2019Travel can be stressful for your mind and body. But following these simple tips can help you keep your gut happy and healthy while you’re on the go. An upset stomach or digestive issues that require spending extra time in the bathroom are surefire ways to bring a fun trip to a screeching halt....
Read more July 5 2019The right foods can power up your body’s immune system and ward off attacks from viruses and bacteria. “A wide variety of nutrients found in healthy whole foods work together to strengthen immunity,” says dietitian Dr Joan Salge Blake. She isn’t a fan of relying on supplements. “If you isolate some of these compounds, you...
Read more July 3 2019Hello, edible energy! Introducing the top 10 foods to recharge your batteries, fast! Rolled Oats All hail your breakfast bowl. Why? These health-boosting flakes help stabilise blood sugar for hours. “Protein and fibre balance out sugar cravings, so we make healthier choices throughout the day,” explains nutritionist Kristen Beck, director of Beck Health and Nutrition...
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