When looking for ‘healthier’ options at the supermarket many of us likely head to the ‘health food aisle’, but as this dietitian explains, sometimes that’s not the best choice. Rebecca Gawthorne, known as Nourished Naturally on Instagram, has shared some of the popular products she would and wouldn’t buy. “Which health food aisle products would … Read more
Wouldn’t it be great to enjoy spring feeling as renewed as the world around you? You can! Recharging a weary thyroid — the gland that acts like batteries for your body — revs metabolism to boost energy, mood, and motivation. Plus, a healthy thyroid cuts your risk of certain diseases. Skip the gym. Vigorous workouts … Read more
The culprit of your frequent stomach upsets, gassiness, and bloating is most likely poor gut health. It’s been widely reported that processed and sugary foods can cause gut inflammation, leading to those bothersome symptoms. But even dairy products can be hard to digest if the lactase enzyme in your small intestine isn’t able to fully … Read more
May 11, 2022 — Young men with a poor diet reported a decrease in symptoms of depression when they switched to the Mediterranean diet compared to young men who underwent befriending therapy, a new study shows. Researchers at the University of Technology Sydney observed 72 men aged 18-25 over 12 weeks, according to the study … Read more
Dietitian reveals exactly what she would and would NEVER buy from the ‘health food aisle’ – and it’s not all good news A Sydney dietitian shared her health food aisle recommendations Rebecca Gawthorne, from Sydney, posted a video on Instagram The aisle is filled with ‘healthier’ products compared to others But there’s some items Rebecca … Read more
Every body has a different size, shape, and weight. And despite common belief, your weight is actually not always an indicator of your health. This is especially true as you get older and experience more natural weight fluctuation. When it comes to weight, what is more important to look out for is a type of … Read more
A potent bioactive found in black tea, green tea, and certain types of mushrooms, L-theanine works synergistically with caffeine to promote focus, energy, and concentration.* It also promotes a calming effect and overall mood support—a “focused zen, ” if you will.* I discovered L-theanine’s effects when I moved to Hawaii and started drinking matcha. While … Read more
What Makes Some Oils Dangerous When Cooking? Most people use cooking oils regularly in all sorts of dishes, but did you know that some oils are worse for your health when you heat them? Determining the healthiest cooking oil all depends on the type of cooking you’re doing. An oil’s smoke point is “the threshold … Read more
How did you get your start in a career in the NFL? I started my career in sports nutrition about 20 years ago. I graduated with a nutrition degree and went straight into hospital work. Within six months, I realized that wasn’t for me and that I wanted to work with healthy people. The University … Read more
FEeling sluggish throughout the day or just in a good old funk? Regardless of which, it’s a no-brainer to say that we’ve all been there. Well, according to scientific research, a revitalizing cup of tea can help get your mental state and energy levels back on the right track. Scientifically proven to help boost your … Read more