What is collagen? Collagen is a fibrous protein that’s created in the body and required for many vital biological processes. It’s a required building block for healthy nails, hair, skin, bones, tendons, ligaments, and more. Any time you move, be grateful for collagen. Sadly, as we age and put our body under stress, collagen production […]
Tag: nutrition
Top 10 Best Calcium Foods That Aren’t Dairy!
Did you know there are so many ways to get calcium, even if you can’t eat dairy? And that calcium is just one piece of the puzzle for healthy bones? I am healing a fractured sacrum (the large, flat bone at the base of your spine) from a fall onto concrete. So doing all the right […]
What type of weight loss diet is the best?
To say that weight gain is purely due to an imbalance between energy intake and energy expenditure is a huge oversimplification of weight loss. As we know everyone is different and responds differently to foods and eating styles. There is no ‘one diet fits all’ or a ‘quick fix’ for weight loss. The key questions […]
5 Diet Ditching Hacks
Are you sick and tired of doing diet after diet and not seeing any results? Have you spent copious amounts of money on weight loss pills and not noticed a change? It’s time to shake things up! Developing a good relationship with food is the start to kicking that dieting habit and reaching your weight […]
Confused about Carbs
Have you ever wondered why some people can eat loads of carbohydrates with no problems and other people only have to look at them and put on weight? Are you : confused about carbohydrates and how much you should be eating? Are you overweight and/or finding it difficult to lose weight? Insulin resistant/diabetic? Gluten intolerant? […]
Emotions, Digestion and Health
Have you ever felt butterflies in your stomach when you feel anxious about someone or a situation? Have you ever felt you wanted to eat anything or nothing at all when you are feeling down? Have you ever felt upset after eating something that made you felt sick? Those are simple examples of how our […]
Sugar: is it ok to eat?
Natural vs. refined sugars Sugar: is it bad or is it not? What about refined sugar verses unrefined sugar? Or natural sweeteners? Liquid verses granulated? Fructose our glucose or sucrose? There are so many variations, no wonder people are so confused! Food (and indeed, sugar) are part of our lifestyle. Celebratory foods such as birthday […]
The truth about artificial sweeteners and ‘diet’ drinks
Are artificial sweeteners good or bad for you? It’s a common misconception that ‘diet’ soft drinks are healthier than their non-diet counterparts – such as Coke and Diet Coke – but the truth is they can they even more destructive to your health. A study released in April 2017 examined whether sugar or artificially sweetened beverage consumption […]
How to reduce your risk of developing diabetes
What is diabetes? Diabetes is a disorder of metabolism. How we process carbohydrates, lipids and protein is inextricably linked to our blood glucose control, manufacture and energy production. After digestion, glucose passes into the bloodstream, where it is used by cells for growth and energy. For glucose entry into cells, we require insulin. Diabetes can […]
Lets Take A Look At Your Current Diet
Is your current diet putting more fuel on the fire in your body? Did you know that certain foods enhance the permeability of the gut lining? These foods vary from person to person. Gluten, added sugar, GMOs, refined oils, synthetic food additives, and conventional dairy products are some of the key offenders Have you heard […]
Bone Broth
Bone broth has a variety of nutrients that act to soothe and repair the lining of the small intestine along with many more healthy benefits. You can think of it as nature’s multivitamin, its packed with: Over 19 easy-to-absorb, essential and non-essential amino acids (the building blocks of proteins) eg glutamine which helps repair the […]
Leaky Gut
I gave a talk on GUT Health at Coco Wealth of Health last week and it was so nice to have a enthusiastic audience. As a follow on, I thought I’d do a few blog entries on ‘leaky gut’. If you are saying ‘Leaking WHAT’, then you are in the right place and keep reading […]
Emotions, Digestion and Health
Have you ever felt butterflies in your stomach when you feel anxious about someone or a situation? Have you ever felt you wanted to eat anything or nothing at all when you are feeling down? Have you ever felt upset after eating something that made you felt sick? Those are simple examples of how our […]
Indoor Plants For Air Pollution
Indoor air quality has become a major concern in recent years as more research has surfaced revealing its potential to cause harm to our bodies. Toxic chemicals are released into the air of our homes daily when we cook and clean. Smoking and furnishings and even putting on a coat of nail polish are all […]
What Is ‘Reactivity? And Is It A Life Sentence?
Reactivity means, simply, that your body reacts to many things. This can be anything – foods, chemicals in the environment, criticism, emotions, pain. If you’re a reactive person, you feel everything strongly. Your system over-reacts to everything. (Feeling things strongly is not necessarily a bad thing, but reacting to everyday things can be really difficult.) […]
When night light is not such a bright idea
Light, when managed well, is effective in boosting performance, increasing energy and supporting healthy sleep patterns. However just as much as our body needs light to activate our ‘get-up-and-go’ cellular functions, we need to balance this out with darkness to stimulate our rest, digest and healing processes at night. The regulation of our sleeping patterns […]
Your guide to better sleep
Do you sleep well? If you don’t, you are not alone. Sleep problems are common and may have a negative impact on overall health. So if you aren’t getting the recommended 7-9 hours per night, you may be undoing the good results achieved through eating well or exercising. The importance of sleep is always addressed […]
Metabolic Syndrome
What is Metabolic Syndrome? Metabolic Syndrome is a group of disorders which increase your risk of developing type 2- diabetes and cardiovascular disease. These disorders can include hypertension, increased blood glucose levels, insulin resistance, increased abdominal fat, increased cholesterol levels, and high blood triglyceride levels. Treatment to correct these abnormalities involves dietary modifications and lifestyle […]
What You Need To Know About Leaky Gut
What is leaky gut? Leaky gut, or intestinal permeability and bacterial translocation, is a condition in which the lining of the small intestine becomes damaged, causing undigested food particles, toxic waste products and bacteria to “leak” through the intestines and flood the blood stream, also impairing proper of nutrient absorption into the bloodstream. Tight junctions in […]
How To Improve Your Digestion
How to improve your digestion- some simple ways to increase stomach acid and enzymes Ingest Apple Cider Vinegar or Lemon Start to balance the pH in your stomach with apple cider vinegar or lemon juice right before your meals. One tablespoon of ACV or lemon juice in a small amount of warm water. Apple cider vinegar is […]
