The summer holidays can be a whirlwind of parties and celebrations. Between the invites and vacay vibes, it’s easy to get swept up in culinary indulgences – often sidelining our nutritional wellbeing. Vegetables, the unsung heroes of the food world, are nature’s nutrient powerhouses. Their colours are more than just appealing to the eye; they’re […]
Our body, being the spectacular piece of machinery it is, has a multitude of cleverly layered defence systems to protect us and continually bring us back to a healthy set point; a process known as homeostasis. One of these systems is keeping oxidative stress in check by pairing free radicals with antioxidants. What is oxidative stress? Oxidative […]
When the warmer months fall behind us, it’s a great time to be proactive and start thinking about implementing strategies to influence our winter wellbeing. A little effort early on, can really pay off later. A well-nourished, well-rested body that moves regularly and laughs often is the most formidable health insurance policy. Treating our body […]
It turns out when our parents told us to ‘eat our broccoli’ they were doing us a huge favour for our long-term health and wellbeing! This humble, mini-tree-like vegetable is a powerhouse of phytonutrients. A member of the cruciferous vegetable family, broccoli contains a broad range of vitamins and minerals, and is also rapidly making […]
Vitamin C is utilised in the body for so many different and important functions. Unfortunately, due to an insufficient intake of fresh vegetables and fruits, many people worldwide don’t consume enough vitamin C. Let’s take a look at some of the critical roles vitamin C plays in the body. Adrenal function Our adrenal glands need […]
Smoothies are such a great way to boost your nutrient intake – especially if you add a scoop of ground up greens powder in there as well! Below is a deliciously refreshing smoothie recipe that you might like to enjoy on a warm summer’s day. Greens With the dark leafy greens and a scoop […]
The infective bugs that cause colds, flus and other illnesses are always floating around. It’s part of the world we live in. But while some people catch just about everything going around, others seem to get through unscathed. So much of this comes down to your immune resilience. When it comes to the strength of your immune […]
During the cooler months, strengthening the immune system becomes a focus for many people. But our immune system does more than just helping our body to ward off common colds and the flu – it also helps our body to react to foreign substances and forms part of our anti-cancer response. Whether you feel as […]
Do you feel like you’re constantly trying to regulate your appetite? Perhaps you wake up in the morning promising yourself that today will be the day you forgo that sugary muffin, turn away afternoon snacks or stop yourself from reaching into the pantry or freezer after dinner.
Ever notice you have a bloated tummy, swollen ankles, or a puffy face? These can all be signs from your body that it’s retaining fluid. When we feel puffy and fluidy, it may be because our detoxification pathways are overloaded. i.e. a liver with too much on its plate or challenges with your kidneys. Fluid […]
Dr Libby Weaver (PhD) is one of Australasia’s leading nutritional biochemists.
