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Insulin Resistance Is The Leading Cause Of Inability To Lose Weight
Insulin resistance is the leading cause of inability to lose weight By naturopath Margaret Jasinska If you struggle with your weight, it is almost 100 percent certain that you have some degree of insulin resistance. This condition causes a metabolic state where the body is stuck in fat creating/storing mode, while unable to burn fat. You literally do not have access to your body fat stores and cannot burn them up for energy. Insulin is a hormone that your pancreas secretes into your bloodstream after you have eaten. It enables the glucose from your food to enter your [...]
Tuna Steaks With Ginger
Tuna steaks with ginger Such a quick, easy and healthy meal. Perfect for those on a keto diet. These tuna steaks can be served with a fresh cucumber salad. Serves: 4 Ingredients: 5 Serving size: 1 tuna steak Total calories: 330 Protein: 46.69 g Fat: 14.32 g Carbohydrates: 0.5 g Fibre: 0 g Ingredients 4 tuna steaks 4 tsp cold pressed olive oil 1 piece ginger, freshly grated 4 lemon wedges, thinly sliced Salt and pepper to taste Method Preheat oven to 180°C. Place a tuna steak [...]
5 Benefits Of Drinking Enough Water
5 benefits of drinking enough water By Jessah Robinson, Adv Dip (Nut Med) Increasing water intake has got to be one of the easiest and beneficial ways to improve your health, yet it often seems to be something that isn’t followed through. Perhaps after learning the different ways it can improve your overall health you will start upping your water intake. Here are some of the benefits you can expect from drinking enough water: 1. Regular bowel movements I’m sure everyone at some point in their lives [...]
Solutions For Painful Leg Cramps
Solutions for painful leg cramps By naturopath Margaret Jasinska Leg cramps are a common problem, typically occurring in the calf, foot or thigh. They usually come on in an instant and cause intense, grabbing pain. Most of us have experienced a cramp like this at some point in our life. They are more common in summer if you have been sweating excessively and losing minerals in your sweat. However, some people are woken several times each night with searing pain that leaves them hobbling around the bedroom. Cramps like that aren’t just a nuisance; they are an indicator [...]
Long COVID – What You Must Know
Long COVID – What you must know By Dr Sandra Cabot Most people who have an infection with one of the viral variants that cause the disease of COVID-19 get better within a few weeks, but about 10% of people do not. New research led by researchers at Seattle’s Institute for Systems Biology identified factors that may predict which patients go on to suffer from longer-term disease. This research has shed light on some of the mysteries of long COVID where symptoms persist from 6 months to several years. [...]
Crunchy Pecan And Lemon Stuffed Mushrooms
Crunchy pecan and lemon stuffed mushrooms These crunchy pecan and lemon stuffed mushrooms are super easy to make but also delicious. Perfect option for a light dinner or entrée during the week. Serves: 2 Ingredients: 7 Serving size: 387 g Total calories: 683 Protein: 11 g Fat: 66 g Carbohydrates: 23 g Fibre: 12 g Ingredients 4 large Portobello mushrooms, stems removed and put aside 2 garlic cloves, crushed 3 tbsp pecans, crushed + 2 tbsp pecans, toasted and chopped (extra) 1 lemon, zest and juice Sea salt and [...]
Tips To Get The Most Out Of Your Veggies
Tips to get the most out of your veggies By Jessah Robinson, Adv Dip (Nut Med) If you are putting effort into getting your recommended daily dose of fruit and vegetables, you want to make sure you’re getting the most bang for your buck. In other words, you want to make sure you are consuming these foods in the most optimal way to get the highest amount of nutrients possible. Garlic Garlic is an antibacterial, antiviral and antimicrobial, as well as being a prebiotic. It is best [...]
Heart Disease May Begin In Childhood
Heart disease may begin in childhood By naturopath Margaret Jasinska Did you know that some heart scans performed on obese children have revealed signs of heart disease? This is according to research presented at the American Heart Association's Scientific Sessions. Obese children, some as young as 8 years old were found to have 27 percent more muscle mass in the left ventricle of their heart and also 12 percent thicker heart muscles than normal weight children. Both of these signs are usually indicators of heart disease. 40 percent of the obese children were classified as high risk for [...]
Artificial Sweeteners May Raise Diabetes Risk
Artificial sweeteners may raise diabetes risk By naturopath Margaret Jasinska Consuming artificial sweeteners may adversely affect your gut bugs in a way that raises the risk of type 2 diabetes. A number of studies have shown that people with type 2 diabetes have an imbalance between good and bad gut bugs. Consuming artificial sweeteners may make this more likely. Many people consume sugar-free foods that contain artificial sweeteners in an effort to cut calories and lose weight. Unfortunately, these foods may have the opposite effect in the long run. Research has shown that artificial sweeteners may harm your [...]
Vegan Choc Orange Bliss Balls
Vegan choc orange bliss balls These vegan choc bliss balls are easy to make and delicious, perfect for an on-the-go snack. Makes: 10-12 balls Ingredients: 9 Serving size: 1 ball Total calories: 250 Protein: 5 g Fat: 15 g Carbohydrates: 16 g Fibre: 4 g Ingredients 1 cup walnuts ½ cup pumpkin seeds ½ cup sunflower seeds Juice and zest of 1 orange 1 tsp vanilla essence 10 Medjool dates, pitted and chopped ¼ cup cacao powder, plus extra for coating ¼ cup coconut oil, melted 1 tbsp chia [...]