The case against cow’s dairy and whether it plays an ‘essential role in our health’, is an age old argument, causing plenty of controversy and a divide amongst health professionals. To help dispel much of the confusion surrounding cow’s dairy and the role it plays in our diet, I’ve broken down the science for you so you can be clear about the facts on this supposed ‘essential food’ and whether we really need to consume cow’s dairy for strong, healthy bones. We’re taught from a young age that cow’s dairy will help our bones and teeth to grow strong and when we’re in
Hands up if you’ve ever been on a diet and failed? Hands up if you’ve ever been on a diet that has lead to you putting on more weight than before you started? I bet the answer to at least one of these questions is ‘Yes’ and the simple explanation is because diets honestly don’t work, well at least not in the long term for the majority of people. You see as humans, we’re designed to be pleasure seekers and food is one of the simplest and most satisfying pleasures we can enjoy, so by depriving yourself of food and
Blueberries have long been hailed for their powerful nutritional properties, in particular their potent anti-oxidant and phyto-chemical compounds, (thanks to their dark pigment) which protect against cancer causing free radicals. Blueberries are also one of the lowest fructose containing fruits you can eat, making them perfect as for a low sugar snack, without tipping the insulin levels into overdrive! For these reasons blueberries are an extremely healthy food source, earning a reputation as a ‘superfood’! However……thanks to modern day farming methods…..there’s a catch. Blueberries, (along with other berries) are one of the most chemically contaminated crops, thanks to being heavily