The next superfood has arrived …. Hemp seed benefits are many, they have an excellent nutritional profile, and are a sustainable and affordable source of protein. For a long time the value of hemp seeds as part of a healthy…
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The human body can make most of the types of fats it needs from other fats or raw materials. However, that is not the case for omega 3 fatty acids – the body can’t make them from scratch, but must…
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Gelatin is basically cooked collagen. It comes from the super-nutritious bones, hides and connective tissues of animals. It is an excellent source of protein as it contains 18 amino acids, including essential and non-essential amino acids like glycine and proline,…
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Ancient Grains There are many grains and seeds which fall into the category of ancient: amaranth, barley, buckwheat, freekeh, farro, kamut (i.e. khorasan wheat), millet, quinoa, sorghum, spelt, teff; and chia, flax, and sesame seeds. Why the relatively recent popularity/interest…
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Now that the colder weather seems to have set in, it is a good time to think about your immune system and make sure you are providing your body with the correct nutrition and resources to protect yourself from colds…
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Are you feeling sluggish ? In need of a re-boot after the party season ? Trying to shift a few kg’s ? Your liver plays a major role in the regulation of metabolic processes, supports the digestive system, controls blood…
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– as we make it in the body rather than absorb it from our diet. It is vitally important for endurance athletes. Vitamin D is essential for many functions in the body as nearly every tissue and cell type have…
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Water is the most abundant constituent of the body representing approximately 60{4f7bf5ffc4dd2943527b9e13cad40ba8015823b935bc089078976a593dc77d18} of the body weight. Water is essential to virtually every body function including digestion, absorption and transport of nutrients, elimination of body waste and regulation of body temperature,…
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Iron deficiency is common in our society, especially among women and long distance runners. Oxygen is transported around the body via the Haem (iron) molecule. Without adequate iron the body can not carry enough oxygen to create energy, hence the…
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Allergic reactions to foods are often easily diagnosed and obvious ie. Nut allergy. The test used for allergies is IgE antibodies, and often used by GP’s and allergy specialists, either via a blood test or “scratch” test. An allergy involves…
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