Cholesterol is a waxy substance with important roles in the body such us maintaining cell structure, hormone and vitamin metabolism. It is also a substance that we can eat from foods such as eggs, cheese, red meat and fried foods. Blood cholesterol levels are impacted by cholesterol made by the liver and food intake and …
Ever wondered why you find yourself reaching for more chocolate, chips or ice-cream before your period? There’s a possible reason for it! Simply put, the body is preparing for menstruation where the uterine tissue lining will be shed unless a pregnancy occurs. This preparation requires additional energy, an increase of 2.5-11.5% in resting energy expenditure …
Plant-based diets are trendy currently and a route people are often curious to explore. If we get technical, a few categories can fall under this umbrella: Vegan: Complete exclusion of animal-based products (dairy, meat, seafood) Lacto-Vegetarian: Includes dairy products (e.g. milk, yoghurt, cheese) but no meat or seafood. Lacto-Ovo-Vegetarian: Includes dairy products and eggs but …
Skipping breakfast is a popular way to achieve Time-Restricted Eating (TRE), a well-known form of fasting. This typically involves a fasting window of >12 hours a day (14-18 hours is common). TRE can help tune in with the body’s natural circadian rhythm or 24 hour biological clock. Our modern lifestyle has unlimited access to food, …
There’s a lot of myths around protein and the effect of high protein diets. While high protein can be subjective, here’s some common myths debunked. Myth 1: High protein diets lead to kidney disease. Nope, it’s safe unless you have a pre-existing kidney condition. Myth 2: High protein diets increase risk of osteoporosis. Nope, there …
