The festive holidays are upon us which generally means an array of food, lots of time with loved ones, listening to Christmas songs repeatedly, wearing sparkly clothing or Rudolph jumpers, and most of all feeling full on the holiday spirit. Over Christmas it is all too common to mix and match many foods that you wouldn’t typically eat together which can leave you feeling … [Read more...]
9 Meat-Free Sources of Iron
It has become common diet guidance in today’s modern world that the way to get iron is to consume meat, however there are plenty of delicious nutritious plant based foods that are bursting with the nutrient. The Importance of Iron Iron is as important for your health as many other nutrients such as fibre, calcium and vitamin C. It is an essential mineral and is a … [Read more...]
10 Ways to Eat Pineapple
Juicy, sweet and great for digestion, what’s not to love about pineapple? This exotic fruit is absolutely delicious and packed with nutrients to make the body feel good, so it is a good idea to add pineapple to your regular diet. The tropical fruit is available most of the year in supermarkets and farmers markets due to the wonders of importing it from around the world, … [Read more...]
10 Ways to Eat Kale
Kale has been crowned the nutritional powerhouse amongst many health advocates and the one green everyone should eat - but why? Of course, the green veggies we all know and trust such as spinach and broccoli are still nutritious and should be enjoyed regularly, however if you have never tried kale before or feel a little daunted by its “superfood” title, then learn more … [Read more...]
7 Carbs to Power Your Workout
Carbohydrates are an important food for the body, not only just for fuel. They are a source of nutrition that are necessary for your body to function normally and for you to feel healthy. The recent "carb fear" craze probably has you convinced that avoiding carbs is healthy. The reality is that carbs are a necessary part of your diet. just like the other much maligned … [Read more...]