One of the most hotly debated topics in nutrition right now is SUGAR. Is it addictive? Is it poisonous? Should we avoid it completely? Is it the cause of our country’s fatness? Is it the cause of your fatness? With so much debate and so many opinions, we, the consumers are more confused than [...]
It’s no secret that a healthy diet results in a stronger immune system; but what vitamins and food do we specifically need to defend our bodies against colds and flus this winter? Vitamin C Research shows that adequate intake of vitamin C can build a healthy immune system and defend your body against disease. It [...]
This guest article is by Amanda dos Santos of Food Active. It is a tough one as it tends to make a food taste great, but too much of our common table salt can lead to issues with our health. The ‘nasty’ compound associated with salt is actually the sodium (which is combined with its [...]
Do you find it difficult to… ahem… poo? Does your abdomen feel a little bloated and a tad sluggish? Do you feel satisfied and happy after a bowel movement or does it feel like there’s still more to come but it just wont pass? If you answered yes to the first question, you are not [...]
Calcium is an essential nutrient and is necessary for normal bone growth and tooth development. A large proportion of our population, particularly woman, are not getting enough calcium in their diet. This is a problem because long term calcium deficiency results in the disease osteoporosis. This disease is characterised by brittle bones that fracture easily [...]
I’m sure you’ve all heard of vitamins and minerals, the nutrients found in food essential for good health. What you may not know is that food also contains other chemical components thought to promote health known as phytochemicals and zoochemicals. So what are these chemical wonders and how can they help me? Science is continuing [...]
Although there is no such thing as a quick fix or magic pill for the reduction of body fat, a recent study published by the Journal of Nutrition found that regular consumption of flaxseed showed significant benefits for central obesity (tummy fat). Flaxseed, also known as linseed, is high in polyunsaturated fats, particularly Omega-3, soluble [...]
Cardiovascular disease and lifestyle… What’s the deal? Heart disease is a big killer in Western cultures. Most of us probably have a family member or relative who has experienced some form of cardiovascular disease, whether it be a heart attack, stroke or something more minor. The great thing about cardiovascular disease isthat it is preventable. [...]
Do you regularly enjoy drinking tea or coffee? Interesting new research from Europe found that daily tea and coffee consumption was associated with a lower risk of brain cancer. Researchers found that men and women drinking a minimum of 100ml of tea or coffee a day was related to a decreased risk of developing glioma, [...]
As an indicator of good digestive health we should have a B.E.E.P everyday. What am I talking about? A couple of years ago I worked for a great company called Health Futures. The previous owner, Rob Edwards used to give regular seminars and in those presentations he would talk about the importance of having a [...]
