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You may or may not have noticed the ever growing collagen related product market surrounding us? You may have heard of the word, but don’t really know what it means? You may be looking into a collagen supplement, but are not too sure where to begin? This post has got you covered. Collagen is a […]
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These days we are living longer. However, with age comes an increased risk of falls, fractures, cognitive decline, joint pain, fragility, cardiovascular disease etc. In terms of appearance, we could lather on all the creams and serums under the sun, but nothing that you put ON your body compares to what you put IN to […]
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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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Is snacking good for me? Snacking as a concept isn’t bad, rather it depends what you are snacking ‘on’. If you get to 3pm and find yourself in a slump, munching on a cupcake is not going to help you for the long term, hence you will not reap the benefits of your afternoon snack. […]
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I don’t know what it is about smoothies…but I’m quite obsessed. I mean they’re convenient, can be made exactly to taste and are the perfect drink for a warm sunny day (which in Perth, we certainly have no shortage of!). I mean what is there not to love! I love my smoothies thick; the need […]
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I have an overwhelming craving for sugar, especially in the afternoons, what can I do to stop this? Great question. Sugar cravings affect so many of us. They are most likely caused from a diet high in processed foods which is subsequently quite high calorie and has a very low nutrient density. An unbalanced diet, like […]
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Good nutrition is essential for a strong immune system. Strong immunity plays a protective role against seasonal illness such as the common cold, the flu and infections as well as other illnesses such as arthritis; allergies and asthma (sorry for all the alliteration!), all that can all flare up in the cooler months. Here are some […]
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What is acne and why is it causing me grief? Acne is localised skin inflammation due to blocked sebaceous glands. It can manifest in many different ways. Some people get small red pimples, while others get to be bigger pus filled cyst-like spots. Acne is choosy but can tell you a whole lot about why […]
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I’m trying to reduce my sugar intake, does that mean I have to avoid fruit? Personally I can’t think of a more appropriate snack option. Fruit is quick to grab, highly portable and full of important vitamins and minerals. They come from plants, they’re wholefoods and in my eyes, the best form of ‘fast food’ […]
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Fatty acids are the main building blocks of fat compounds similar to how amino acids are the main building blocks of protein. Just like there are nine essential amino acids, there are two essential fatty acids that we must obtain through our diet: omega 3 and omega 6 fatty acids. In Western society, however, most […]