You may have heard the words vitamins and minerals being used a lot when referring to your diet, but what are they? Vitamins and minerals are two of the main […]
Stock Your Kitchen: 7 Cupboard Food Staples
Have you ever come home from work with the intention and motivation to cook, only to find an empty cupboard and nothing to work with? Cooking at home is doable, […]
Vitamin D: The key to immunity
What is Vitamin D? Vitamin D is a fat-soluble vitamin that plays a number of critical roles in your body. This vitamin is especially important for your immune system, which […]
A Simple Guide to Carbs, Proteins And Fats
Carbs, proteins, and fats (also known as macronutrients) are nutrients we need in large quantities and provide the bulk of our energy intake. All foods are divided up into a […]
What really happens when we eat?
It all starts with what you see… The road to digestion all starts with the senses. Firstly, the eyes locate the food and send an electrical impulse to the brain […]
Top 3 best smoothie recipes for weight loss
1. The Detoxifier This fruity concoction is smoothie is packed with a punch! This particular smoothie is packed full of fibrous fruits to promote a healthy gut, prevent constipation and […]
Food intolerances explained
It is important to note that just because the body responds badly to a particular food, it doesn’t necessarily mean you have an allergy. Sometimes, another type of reaction to […]
Food allergies explained
A food allergy is defined as ‘an abnormal response to a food triggered by the body’s immune system’ (British Dietary Association, 2014). In the UK, an estimated 2 million people […]
A beginners guide to keeping fit
I know what your thinking, oh gosh not another cheesy article telling you about the importance of exercise… But no, I’m not going to tell you any of that. I’m just […]
Tips on healthy eating
In my quest for weight loss and a healthier life, I wanted to conquer the challenge of healthy eating. I have never really been into strict dieting, so I knew that […]