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  • Gluten-free diet- is it right for you?

    Gluten is a sticky protein that occurs naturally in wheat, rye, barley and spelt. It's a family of proteins found in the seeds of grass that are soluble in alcohol. Gliadine is the gluten protein in wheat. Your digestive system does not possess the enzymes to completely digest all the bits of this protein, bars - to improve the consistency of a protein bar, manufacturers often add gluten in the bars.

  • Understanding Common Diets: Health Benefits, Risks, and Potential Nutritional Deficiencies

    Easier to meet protein needs than a vegan diet due to the inclusion of dairy and eggs. Can be challenging to obtain all essential amino acids without varied plant protein sources. Potential Nutritional Deficiencies: Short-term:  Inadequate protein intake, fatigue, and anemia. Rich in lean proteins and healthy fats . Limited dairy-free alternatives may be lower in protein and nutrients.

  • Anti-nutrients- understanding their role in food and health

    trypsin- amylase is needed for braking down starch and pepsin and trypsin is required to break down protein Gluten : found in wheat, barley, rye, it's known to be one of the most difficult-to-digest plant proteins minerals by forming complexes that are resistant to digestion (causing digestive issues) as well as cause protein Lectins : Lectins are proteins found in many plant foods, including legumes (beans, peanuts, whole grains Saponins : Saponins are proteins found in chickpeas, soya beans, navy beans, kidney beans, alfalfa sprouts

  • Sugar-Free Doesn’t Mean Risk-Free: The Health Effects of Artificial Sweeteners

    Artificial sweeteners are everywhere, from diet sodas to protein bars, promising guilt-free sweetness Low-Calorie Dairy Products:  Yogurts, puddings, and protein shakes. towards people doing physical exercise (such as weight lifting, cross-fit, fitness modelling etc): Protein powders, protein drinks and protein bars Vitamins and Minerals in the Pharmacy or Health Stores : check

  • Nourishing Autumn Salad with Pumpkin, Black Rice, and Miso-Ginger Dressing

    This vibrant salad combines roasted pumpkin, wild black rice, and protein-rich edamame with a creamy Black rice:  Rich in anthocyanins  (the same pigment found in blueberries) and provides more fibre and protein Edamame:  A complete plant protein with all nine essential amino acids  and plenty of folate, magnesium balance : complex carbohydrates from black rice, healthy fats from olive oil and seeds, plant-based protein

  • Quinoa and millet bread with chicken-liver pâté

    Quinoa and millet are better grain options as they are gliadin free (one of the main gluten proteins Quinoa supports heart health, may help with weight loss due to its protein and fibre content, may help Packed with fibre, high in protein, containing also antioxidants, iron, magnesium, phosphorus and folate Liver is packed protein, iron, vitamin A, B vitamins, selenium, vitamin C, phosphorus, zinc, copper,

  • How can you improve the health of your hair?

    , decreasing oestrogens in menopause, stress (acute and chronic), chemotherapy, poor nutrition (low protein Nutrition Protein It's important to get appropriate amounts of protein in your diet as your hair is primarily made up of protein called keratin. In this article you can learn about the best protein containing foods. Vitamin C - helps to protect hair follicles from damage.

  • Gut-loving gummies- benefits and how to make them?

    Collagen makes up to almost one-third of all the protein in our bodies and if you don't get enough of As gelatine is a protein, it's important to consume it with fats to stimulate digestive juices and allow the body to use the protein properly. Helps to lower joint pain and protects joints Reduces heartburn, ulcers and acid reflux by binding gut Gelatine contains 8 amino acids, including (glycine, proline, hydroxyproline, glutamic acid, alanine,

  • Fat fudge- a performance food

    Though there is a reason why Mary Shenouda used tahini in this recipe- it has protein, fat, carbs, fibre It contains protein, carbs, fat, fibre, vitamin C, copper, iron, potassium, vitamin B6, manganese, niacin

  • How to train and eat according to your menstrual cycle?

    Think around 70% fat, 20% protein, 10% carbohydrates. From a diet point of view, double the intake of protein and carbohydrates. Try 40% fat, 40% protein, 20% carbohydrates from your meals in a day . Try to eat 70% healthy fat, 20% protein, 10% carbohydrates in your meals during the day. Consume 40% fat, 40% protein and 20% carbohydrates during your meals.

  • Making Healthier Food Choices Daily

    Legumes Regularly Legumes, such as beans, peas, lentils, and chickpeas , are excellent plant-based protein Stick to unflavoured yoghurt, cottage cheese, or curd cheese for a clean source of protein, and flavour Selecting Fish, Poultry, and Meat Mindfully For animal protein, prioritise fresh fish, poultry (such Eat Eggs Regularly Eggs provide high-quality protein, vitamins, and minerals. A balanced diet rich in whole grains, fresh fruits and vegetables, lean proteins, and healthy fats can

  • Navigating Perimenopause and Menopause: A Comprehensive Guide to Nutrition and Lifestyle

    also having an impact on our balance Vaginal Dryness Both oestrogen and progesterone have a health protective Prioritise Protein:  Adequate protein intake supports muscle mass, which declines with age. Aim for 1.2g per body weight kg a day, so if you weigh 60kg, aim for 72g of protein from food spread But it's important to note here, that you get the necessary protein from your meals during these hours

  • How to overcome cravings?

    You might be lacking enough protein in your diet Protein helps to balance blood sugar, which really Make sure you include adequate amounts of following proteins in your meals: fish (wild salmon, mackerel organic chicken, free-range eggs, lentils, beans, kefir, yoghurt, cottage cheese, natto, good quality protein Several protein rich foods also contain good fats.

  • Bariatric Surgery: Why Long-Term Follow-Up, Nutrition, and Lifestyle Matter More Than You Think

    deficiencies after surgery Iron Vitamin D Vitamin B12 Folate Calcium Fat-soluble vitamins (A, E, K) Protein long gaps leads to: low energy unstable blood sugar hypoglycaemia overeating later in the day poor protein Prioritise protein intake Protein must be prioritised before surgery and lifelong after . The recommended intake of protein is 1.2-1.5g per kg of body weight. To protect your health and maintain the benefits of surgery: Follow the nutrition and hydration guidelines

  • Using food as your medicine

    Food is protein, fats, carbohydrates, fibre, minerals, vitamins, antioxidants, probiotics , prebiotics You also need amino-acids from clean protein for your liver. Structural system- cell membranes, muscular and skeleton system We are made of 55% water, 23% fat, 16% protein But instead we should focus on proteins, fats, fibre, vitamins and minerals. You want to eat eggs, nuts, seeds, avocados, high-quality protein (grass-fed beef) etc.

  • Iron deficiency and how to reverse it

    Iron's role is also to help to metabolise proteins and produce hemoglobin (a type of protein found in specifically the level of iron in your body, you should do: Ferritin test that measures transferrin, a protein Total iron-binding capacity (TIBC) which measures how well iron attaches to transferring and to other proteins

  • Unlocking gut health- the crucial role of stomach acid in digestion and wellness

    As we consume food, the stomach acid begins the process of breaking down proteins into smaller, more maintaining a healthy diet, managing stress, and avoiding overuse of acid-suppressing medications, such as proton-pump diarrhoea gastroesophageal reflux disease small intestinal bacterial overgrowth (SIBO) deficiencies of protein Stomach acid should be in the lower pH range of 1.5-3.5pH to break down tough proteins and fibrous plants Dietary considerations: Balanced meals: Eat well-balanced meals with a mix of proteins, carbohydrates

  • Chickpea–Miso Hummus: A Creamy, Gut-Friendly Twist on a Classic

    Chickpeas, beans, and lentils are naturally rich in: Dietary fibre Plant-based protein B vitamins Minerals flavour and is rich in: B vitamins, including vitamin B12  (especially in fortified varieties) Fibre and protein

  • Intermittent fasting - the health benefits and how to go about it

    Best is to start off your morning with a smoothie, that has good fat, protein, fibre, greens and small healthy salad for example with a choice of greens (spinach, rocket, roman lettuce) , avocado, a choice of protein Depending on what you had as a protein for lunch, you can have a different protein for dinner (fish, For dinner have a healthy protein together with either a salad or cooked vegetables.

  • Roasted Sweet Potato, Quinoa, and Halloumi Salad

    Quinoa is a complete protein, containing all nine essential amino acids, making it a great choice for With a mix of fibre, healthy fats, and protein, this salad is satisfying, satiating, and perfect for

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