What is candida
Thursday 30th April 2020
Candida (also sometimes referred to as a thrush, yeast or fungal infection) is a single cell, plant-like fungi. It starts life as a yeast, which…
Celiac disease
Tuesday 14th April 2020
Coeliac disease (pronounced see-liac and spelled celiac in other countries) is an autoimmune disease, not an intolerance as is often assumed. This means that the body's immune system attacks its own tissues, through the production of antibodies.…
Detox
Monday 6th April 2020
Broadly speaking, the aim of any detox programme is to eliminate toxins from the body that have accumulated over time, resulting in a healthier and more energised you. There are countless ways to bring about the detoxification of the…
Quinoa
Thursday 26th March 2020
Quinoa is a fantastic example of plant-based protein, which not only offers a viable alternative for meat and other animal products, but also supplies a broad spectrum of other nutrients (such as vitamins, minerals and phyto-chemicals) at…
Superfoods
Friday 13th March 2020
What puts the "super" into superfoods? The expression "superfood" has been used for many years now, but what does it actually mean? And do these foods provide the answer to your nutritional goals, or is it…
Building muscle
Tuesday 10th March 2020
Basic steps for gaining muscle Increasing your muscle mass can be frustrating when you don't immediately see the results you want, but the most common reasons for slow or inadequate muscle gain are easy to overcome if you…
Super acai berries
Tuesday 3rd March 2020
A bit about acai Acai berries, previously considered an exotic fruit, have now become a virtual staple in almost every supermarket's collection of health foods and supplements. No longer the sole preserve of health stores and delis,…
How to stop diarrhoea
Wednesday 26th February 2020
Diarrhoea is an increase in the frequency of bowel movements or a decrease in the form of the stool (i.e. greater looseness and water content). It is…
Antioxidants for health
Friday 14th February 2020
Antioxidants are beneficial compounds found in certain natural foods, such as fruit, vegetables, grasses, grains etc and even some animal products (such as fish oils). They help to defend…
Start losing weight
Thursday 30th January 2020
Let's face it, no one is at their ideal weight all the time and more often than not, you could stand to lose a few pounds rather than putting some on. Luckily, this blog post will help out anyone…