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Alt Proteins Uncovered: Exploring the future of sustainable nutrition

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Vitamins and Supplements For Acid Reflux

Burning pain behind the breastbone, in the upper abdomen, and in the chest are common symptoms of acid reflux. If you frequently experience these, you know that the unpleasant sensation of having an acidic or sour taste in the throat can be accompanied by bloating and gas. Many of the unpleasant symptoms of acid reflux can be alleviated by using over-the-counter drugs; however, most antacid medications contain excessive amounts of minerals that affect the pH of your gut and can… Read more

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Vitamins and Supplements For Acid Reflux

Vitamins and Supplements For Acid Reflux

Burning pain behind the breastbone, in the upper abdomen, and in the chest are common symptoms of acid reflux. If you frequently experience these, you know that the unpleasant sensation of having an acidic or sour taste in the throat can be accompanied by bloating and gas. Many of the unpleasant symptoms of acid reflux can be alleviated by using over-the-counter drugs; however, most antacid medications contain excessive amounts of minerals that affect the pH of your gut and can…

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25 May 2023

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Salt: Everything you need to know in one place

Salt is an important part of our diet because it’s our main source of sodium, a mineral necessary for our body, but like carbs, they can be both friend and foe. So what does sodium do for the body? How much salt is too much per day? Which high-sodium foods should you avoid? We’ve done the research to provide all the answers. By the end of this guide, the fourth of our Foundations of Food series, we will unpack everything… Read more

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Salt: Everything you need to know in one place

Salt: Everything you need to know in one place

Salt is an important part of our diet because it’s our main source of sodium, a mineral necessary for our body, but like carbs, they can be both friend and foe. So what does sodium do for the body? How much salt is too much per day? Which high-sodium foods should you avoid? We’ve done the research to provide all the answers. By the end of this guide, the fourth of our Foundations of Food series, we will unpack everything…

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14 Mar 2024

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Decoding Food Labels: A Guide to Healthy Eating

Food labels provide important information about the nutritional value of the food we eat. They help us make informed decisions about our food choices, which is essential for maintaining a healthy lifestyle. However, with so much information on food labels, it can be overwhelming to understand what it all means. In this blog, we will break down the components of a food label and provide you with some tips for reading them. Serving Size The serving size is the first… Read more

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Decoding Food Labels: A Guide to Healthy Eating

Decoding Food Labels: A Guide to Healthy Eating

Food labels provide important information about the nutritional value of the food we eat. They help us make informed decisions about our food choices, which is essential for maintaining a healthy lifestyle. However, with so much information on food labels, it can be overwhelming to understand what it all means. In this blog, we will break down the components of a food label and provide you with some tips for reading them. Serving Size The serving size is the first…

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25 May 2023

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Going the plant-based diet route? Here are the deficiencies to watch out for

Bookmark this blog for the supplements to take and deficiencies to watch out for when you go Vegan!Research shows that plant-based diets are naturally high in fibre, low in saturated fat, and rich in phytochemicals that help prevent a number of serious diseases. The results of an international study even revealed that vegetarians are a whopping 40% less likely to develop cancer than their meat-eating counterparts. However, a vegan diet comes with its own set of drawbacks, the number one… Read more

Going the plant-based diet route? Here are the deficiencies to watch out for

Going the plant-based diet route? Here are the deficiencies to watch out for

Bookmark this blog for the supplements to take and deficiencies to watch out for when you go Vegan!Research shows that plant-based diets are naturally high in fibre, low in saturated fat, and rich in phytochemicals that help prevent a number of serious diseases. The results of an international study even revealed that vegetarians are a whopping 40% less likely to develop cancer than their meat-eating counterparts. However, a vegan diet comes with its own set of drawbacks, the number one…

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29 Apr 2023