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Alt Proteins Uncovered: Exploring the future of sustainable nutrition

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Combatting Emotional Eating

5 minutes

06 Apr 2023

Combatting Emotional Eating

Do you often find yourself heading for the fridge when stressed? Is bingeing tasty junk food your mood lifter? Do you crave a bar of chocolate after having a tough day at work? You are not alone. Emotional ups and downs have been associated with a change in eating patterns in many people. Food consumed under emotional duress is usually unhealthy and damaging to health. So how to counter it? Don't worry! We’ve got you covered. Read ahead and find… Read more

Combatting Emotional Eating

Combatting Emotional Eating

Do you often find yourself heading for the fridge when stressed? Is bingeing tasty junk food your mood lifter? Do you crave a bar of chocolate after having a tough day at work? You are not alone. Emotional ups and downs have been associated with a change in eating patterns in many people. Food consumed under emotional duress is usually unhealthy and damaging to health. So how to counter it? Don't worry! We’ve got you covered. Read ahead and find…

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06 Apr 2023

Five Foods to Help You With Your Period Pain (and Four to Avoid)

Period pain, also known as menstrual cramps or dysmenorrhea, are cramps and pelvic pain that you may experience during menstruation. This happens because every month, the lining that has built up within the uterus is shed - unless you’re pregnant - and the muscles of the womb contract and relax in an irregular rhythm to do so. Prostaglandins, chemicals that induce uterine muscle contractions, are the primary cause of period pain. Estrogen, one of the primary reproductive hormones in women,… Read more

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Five Foods to Help You With Your Period Pain (and Four to Avoid)

Five Foods to Help You With Your Period Pain (and Four to Avoid)

Period pain, also known as menstrual cramps or dysmenorrhea, are cramps and pelvic pain that you may experience during menstruation. This happens because every month, the lining that has built up within the uterus is shed - unless you’re pregnant - and the muscles of the womb contract and relax in an irregular rhythm to do so. Prostaglandins, chemicals that induce uterine muscle contractions, are the primary cause of period pain. Estrogen, one of the primary reproductive hormones in women,…

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17 Jan 2024

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Understanding Egg Allergy in Kids

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26 May 2023

Understanding Egg Allergy in Kids

Who doesn’t love eggs? Sunny side up, Omelettes, boiled eggs, and eggs benedict make up for the perfect breakfast. Almost all nutritional advice starts with eggs for breakfast. Many of our favourite things to eat like cakes and muffins may contain eggs. But have you often noticed your child developing rashes or a runny nose after an egg-based meal? For kids, eggs are a common allergen. While finding out your child has an allergy to a common food item can… Read more

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Understanding Egg Allergy in Kids

Understanding Egg Allergy in Kids

Who doesn’t love eggs? Sunny side up, Omelettes, boiled eggs, and eggs benedict make up for the perfect breakfast. Almost all nutritional advice starts with eggs for breakfast. Many of our favourite things to eat like cakes and muffins may contain eggs. But have you often noticed your child developing rashes or a runny nose after an egg-based meal? For kids, eggs are a common allergen. While finding out your child has an allergy to a common food item can…

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26 May 2023

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Mindful Eating: Tips and Tricks

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22 Jul 2023

Mindful Eating: Tips and Tricks

Trying to transform your relationship with food? Want to be more aware of what you’re eating? Turn to mindful eating! Mindful eating is a concept founded on the Buddhist idea of mindfulness. Being mindful implies paying attention to the here and now while recognizing and embracing your feelings, thoughts, and physical sensations. Practising mindful eating works on the same foundation. Mindful eating entails paying more attention to both your food and your feelings towards it. It also includes the influence… Read more

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Mindful Eating: Tips and Tricks

Mindful Eating: Tips and Tricks

Trying to transform your relationship with food? Want to be more aware of what you’re eating? Turn to mindful eating! Mindful eating is a concept founded on the Buddhist idea of mindfulness. Being mindful implies paying attention to the here and now while recognizing and embracing your feelings, thoughts, and physical sensations. Practising mindful eating works on the same foundation. Mindful eating entails paying more attention to both your food and your feelings towards it. It also includes the influence…

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22 Jul 2023

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