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How old is your body, really? How to improve BMR and metabolic age

How old is your body, really? How to improve BMR and metabolic age

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The Gut Health-Disrupting Side Effects of Antibiotics You Need to Know

Antibiotics: the life-saving wonder drugs that can also wreak havoc on your gut health. Antibiotics are one of the most revolutionary discoveries of modern medicine. They have saved countless lives by fighting off deadly bacterial infections. However, despite their life-saving abilities, antibiotics can have some unintended consequences on our gut health. The gut microbiome is a vast collection of microorganisms that reside in our digestive system, consisting of trillions of bacteria, fungi, viruses, and other microorganisms. These microorganisms play a… Read more

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The Gut Health-Disrupting Side Effects of Antibiotics You Need to Know

The Gut Health-Disrupting Side Effects of Antibiotics You Need to Know

Antibiotics: the life-saving wonder drugs that can also wreak havoc on your gut health. Antibiotics are one of the most revolutionary discoveries of modern medicine. They have saved countless lives by fighting off deadly bacterial infections. However, despite their life-saving abilities, antibiotics can have some unintended consequences on our gut health. The gut microbiome is a vast collection of microorganisms that reside in our digestive system, consisting of trillions of bacteria, fungi, viruses, and other microorganisms. These microorganisms play a…

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06 Apr 2023

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CALORIE COUNTING 101

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06 Apr 2023

CALORIE COUNTING 101

“Eat less, exercise more” is the norm to lose weight. But is it as easy as it sounds?  The popular school of thought says that weight loss is all about burning more calories than you eat. However, you can only burn a certain amount of calories in a day. What you can adjust according to preference, is the number of calories you consume. Yet, it is not that simple. In the modern world of food, regulating your caloric intake can… Read more

CALORIE COUNTING 101

CALORIE COUNTING 101

“Eat less, exercise more” is the norm to lose weight. But is it as easy as it sounds?  The popular school of thought says that weight loss is all about burning more calories than you eat. However, you can only burn a certain amount of calories in a day. What you can adjust according to preference, is the number of calories you consume. Yet, it is not that simple. In the modern world of food, regulating your caloric intake can…

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The Gut-Check: The Impact of Skipping Meals

Think twice before skipping that meal, as it could very well be the key to unlocking the secrets of a healthy gut! From aiding in digestion and absorption of nutrients to supporting our immune system and even influencing our mood and mental health, the gut microbiome is a complex and fascinating part of our bodies. But did you know that one simple habit, like skipping meals, can have a significant impact on this delicate balance of bacteria in our gut?… Read more

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The Gut-Check: The Impact of Skipping Meals

The Gut-Check: The Impact of Skipping Meals

Think twice before skipping that meal, as it could very well be the key to unlocking the secrets of a healthy gut! From aiding in digestion and absorption of nutrients to supporting our immune system and even influencing our mood and mental health, the gut microbiome is a complex and fascinating part of our bodies. But did you know that one simple habit, like skipping meals, can have a significant impact on this delicate balance of bacteria in our gut?…

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05 Aug 2023

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Understanding the Different Types of Sugar & What They Do to Your Body

Wondering whether you should be eating less sugar? Confused about how sugar affects your body? We get it. Many of us have a complicated relationship with sugar, which stems from the different narratives created about it over the years. We grew up watching our parents douse their tea with spoonfuls of sugar and eating homemade sweets that were integral to any festive occasion. Sugar is an intrinsic part of how we mark a significant moment – celebrating anything joyful requires… Read more

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Understanding the Different Types of Sugar & What They Do to Your Body

Understanding the Different Types of Sugar & What They Do to Your Body

Wondering whether you should be eating less sugar? Confused about how sugar affects your body? We get it. Many of us have a complicated relationship with sugar, which stems from the different narratives created about it over the years. We grew up watching our parents douse their tea with spoonfuls of sugar and eating homemade sweets that were integral to any festive occasion. Sugar is an intrinsic part of how we mark a significant moment – celebrating anything joyful requires…

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01 May 2023

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