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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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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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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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Vitamins, Minerals and Hypothyroidism

Let thy food be thy medicine and thy medicine be thy food.” -Hippocrates Most of us practice vitamin, nutritional and herbal therapy on a regular basis in the form of fresh fruit juices, supplements, and multivitamin capsules to name a few. These also serve as the pillars of various complementary and alternative medicine systems. It is always advised to consult with your dietician before you make any major diet changes when suffering from thyroid disorders. Some common vitamins, minerals, and… Read more

Vitamins, Minerals and Hypothyroidism

Vitamins, Minerals and Hypothyroidism

Let thy food be thy medicine and thy medicine be thy food.” -Hippocrates Most of us practice vitamin, nutritional and herbal therapy on a regular basis in the form of fresh fruit juices, supplements, and multivitamin capsules to name a few. These also serve as the pillars of various complementary and alternative medicine systems. It is always advised to consult with your dietician before you make any major diet changes when suffering from thyroid disorders. Some common vitamins, minerals, and…

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3 minutes

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06 Apr 2023

Healthy Foods For Weight Loss

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06 Apr 2023

Healthy Foods For Weight Loss

Do you believe that health and taste are at opposite poles? Have you ever wished that healthy food was as tasty as junk fast food? Do you want to lose weight without compromising on nutrition and flavour? If the answer is yes, then we have the best food guide for you. The mantra is: Cut down calories, Not flavour! Effective weight loss is possible when you eat fewer calories than you burn. However, sometimes this can be taken to an… Read more

Healthy Foods For Weight Loss

Healthy Foods For Weight Loss

Do you believe that health and taste are at opposite poles? Have you ever wished that healthy food was as tasty as junk fast food? Do you want to lose weight without compromising on nutrition and flavour? If the answer is yes, then we have the best food guide for you. The mantra is: Cut down calories, Not flavour! Effective weight loss is possible when you eat fewer calories than you burn. However, sometimes this can be taken to an…

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4 minutes

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06 Apr 2023