The Nutrition Blog

I do but now more than ever it is so important not to go crazy on the Easter eggs & chocolate bunnies. I’m sorry to start with a downer but the reality is sugar weakens our immune system. Studies show that our immune system is suppressed for hours after we consume sugar. Good news is I

What happens when we drink coffee? Caffeine stimulates our sympathetic nervous system, which you may also know as our ‘fight or flight’ state. In this state our adrenal glands release cortisol and adrenaline, which in turn stimulate the release of glucose into the blood stream to provide us with a quick source of energy. This

I’m hearing from so many that they are snacking more than usual as they spend more time at home. I totally understand. There’s been so much change, uncertainty and fear in our lives over the last few months and food can provide comfort. However, the good news is snacking is not just an emotional response.

No matter how many good foods you eat, supplements you take or work outs you do if your digestive system is not working well it’s going to be very hard to achieve your health goal. Being stressed or in a constant state of urgency negatively affects our digestion. When we’re in a stressed state our

Have you noticed JERF being bandied around on social media…. it’s an acronym for JUST EAT REAL FOOD. The key to any health regime is nourishing whole foods and the key to success is ORGANISATION. There’s no way around it. You do need to be able to cook & you also need to be organised if

I love the way a salad becomes a favourite & gets served over & over before being laid to rest when another comes along. This Mexican Salad with Black Beans, Avocado & Jalapeños is my favourite this holiday season. Why??? For a starter it looks good! We eat with our eyes first. Who doesn’t love