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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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Vitamin B1 is the next edition in ‘The Foundation Series’. Read on for more. What is Vitamin B1? Vitamin B1 or Thiamin is a water soluble vitamin. It is part of the B family of vitamins which play an important role in many processes of the body, especially energy production. Why do we need […]
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Tinned fish; it’s quick, it’s easy, it boost the healthy protein and fat content of a meal…I mean what it there not to love? That is why it is the feature of this latest edition of the ‘Budget Bites’ series. When it comes to the supermarket shelf and exactly which brand or type of fish […]
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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 […]
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Stuck for implements in the kitchen? None of your fruit is ripe? Went overboard with the salt? This is the post for you. Read on for some handy kitchen hacks. If you don’t have… a/an… Then use a… Garlic crusher Knife to finely dice Grater Peeler or knife to chop/dice finely Frying Pan Large saucepan […]
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Iron is the next edition in ‘The Foundation Series’. It plays an integral part in our daily functioning, particularly for females, and can be found in a variety of food products. Read on for more on all things iron. What is iron? Iron is chemical element identified by the symbol ‘Fe’. It is an essential […]
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Snacking as a concept, isn’t bad. For some it’s utterly important to snack or have smaller meals and for others, three meals a day is plenty. Regardless of whether you snack every day or once in a blue moon, this post should resonate some what. When it comes to snacking, too often it does more […]
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It is the start of new year. Everyone is going back to work, back to school etc…things are becoming busier again. We want to avoid the toxic build up of stress, before it gets too much. Stress affects us systemically; it can be acute or chronic. It can lead to a host of physiological changes […]
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I’ve touched on the nutritional benefits of quinoa before and this week it was a feature in the first ever edition of the Optima Health quiz on Instagram. Hence, I thought it timely to post a salad featuring this most brilliant grain. This is my broccoli and quinoa salad. Its nutty, its fruity, its plain […]