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Food labels can often be likened to looking at an algebraic equation…you know what you’re looking for, you know the variables, but you don’t really know what the answer is, you don’t really know if what you’re reading translates to a ‘healthy’ food option or not? While food labels don’t lie, they can be deceptive […]
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We all know of the importance of a balanced lunch. What you pack in your kids lunchbox makes up a third of their daily intake, so it is important to ensure it is packed in a way that will sustain your child. Involving kids in building their own lunchbox will help foster healthy habits and […]
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We all know a fussy eater. Whether they are a child or an adult. Someone, for example, who despises anything green and leafy or will only eat a vegetable that falls under the umbrella of ‘potatoes’. I feel you. Hence, I write this post to help you or your fussy friend to overcome that hurdle. […]
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Sleep is so important for so many different reasons. We all love it, yet many of us don’t get enough. Personally, I have a non-negotiable commitment to getting at least 8 hours of sleep every night with no exceptions! However, this doesn’t happen and on these days, I notice the difference in my energy, zest […]
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Acne. Its frustrating, its bothersome, it can be few but cystic and painful or manifest in small spots but many. However you’re affected, diet and other lifestyle factors can have a major impact on its resolve. For more on what it is and what it is telling you, see this post. Here are a few of my […]
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For the most part, our worlds are fast-paced and time-poor with the frequent exposure to a stressor or two. Thus, it can be difficult to maintain a healthy balanced diet and lifestyle. But today, I am going to tell you it doesn’t have to be so hard. Our priority during the workday is to be […]
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Whether you’re a student studying for your final exams or at work trying to meet a deadline, the following tips and tricks will be useful to all. First things first, the brain relies on glucose for ALL its energy. Hence, without sufficient carbohydrates, our brain will not be functioning efficiently. What exactly is a carbohydrate […]
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Is full fat milk a better option? What is the difference between all the fizzy waters? Want answers? Read on for the latest edition of ‘Ask Alex’ for more. WATER Soda water: Soda water is manufactured by dissolving carbon dioxide gas in water to create carbonic acid. In soda water you’ll usually find that a […]
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What is this kombucha you ramble on about? It has these floaties in it…are they bad for me? I’ve given it a go, but it tastes very sour, has it gone off? I see so many brands in the supermarket, can you tell me which one to choose? WHAT IS KOMBUCHA? It a fermented probiotic […]
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The lowdown. In a nutshell, the ketogenic diet focuses on the minimal consumption of carbohydrates, moderate protein consumption and high fat consumption. Following this dietary protocol, fat is the predominant energy source. When carbohydrates are reduced to a certain level, the body transitions into a metabolic state called ‘ketosis’ as a result of the breakdown […]