The healing power of everyday spices
As an Ayurvedic practitioner and having been raised by a traditional Indian family, I was left with no doubt: our food is our medicine and…
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“You are what you eat” “Let food be thy medicine and medicine be thy food”
Think of your body as a well tuned car. What you put into your body determines the distance you can go and the quality of your journey. Optimum nutrition is about providing your body with a balance of great food to support good health.
Choosing the right protein powder
We’ve been drinking smoothies for over 10 years now and trying to make them healthier and more nutritious has always been part of the journey….
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Different types of fats and their health benefits
From the very beginning, the words ‘fats and oils’ have gained an unforgiving reputation. Not only have they been blamed for weight gain, they have…
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Gluten free – should you be going against the grain?
What dietary changes do you need to consider when going ‘gluten-free’? A gluten-free approach to eating is more than just the latest food fad, it…
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Are you getting enough magnesium?
Are you getting enough magnesium? What exactly is magnesium? Magnesium is a macro-mineral, which, unlike trace minerals, is needed by the body in large amounts….
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Stop Dieting and Start Eating!
We’re living longer but not necessarily better. Our lifestyles are hectic, we’re all trying to strike a work life balance and it’s our diet that…
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Eating for Better Sleep
Eating foods that contain the key vitamins & minerals to support your nervous system can have a profound effect on your sleep There are a…
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The Power of Probiotics
Probiotics are live bacteria that are good for your digestive system. But, why do we need them? Where can we find them in their natural…
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The health benefits of flavanols
Cocoa flavanols are unique phytonutrients found naturally in cocoa beans and show to contribute to heart health by supporting healthy blood flow. What are flavanols?...
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Thrive – real life food journeys with Dani Binnington
Welcome to another amazingly inspirational ‘Real Life Food Journey’ with Thrive – with Dani Binnington. I was 33 when I was told that the lump…
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Type II diabetes – a natural approach to avoiding it
Type II Diabetes has grown to become one of the greatest health issues worldwide, negatively affecting an increasing number of adults and children. The good…
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Unplug and ease your mind – then powerup
Imagine being able to completely unplug in the evening: quelling all feelings of stress and anxiety, welcoming a new soothing mood and getting deep, restorative …
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