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Sleep For Active People
Sleep for active people GET FIT & MEAN IT! with World Champion Kate Bramley Hope you have had a great Christmas/New Year break. Many of you may have taken the opportunity to relax and recharge, whilst others use this time to kick start a new routine or exercise goal. Either way, you may have found that your routine has changed and your sleep has suffered. Poor sleep Poor sleep is influenced by a number of factors: Change in routine Stress and/or anxiety Time zone travel Use of electronic [...]
Chocolate Can Improve Your Memory
Chocolate can improve your memory By Louise Belle BHSc (Nut Med) To all the chocoholics that snuck chocolate into their late-night study sessions or work conferences – you were onto something! Cacao (the bean that chocolate is made from) contains compounds that have been shown to improve memory, cognitive function and reduce mental fatigue. It does this by reducing the breakdown of dopamine and enhancing dopamine activity. Dopamine is a neurotransmitter (brain hormone) that motivates us, helps us to feel pleasure and improves our focus. Basically, it supports the brain and helps it function better. This is great [...]
8 Fascinating Facts About The Human Body
8 fascinating facts about the human body 1. The human brain A single human brain generates more electrical impulses in a day than all the telephones of the world combined. 2. Burning calories A person burns more calories when they are asleep than when they watch TV. 3. Fingerprints The human embryo acquires fingerprints within three months of conception. 4. Dreams The average person forgets 90% of their dreams. 5. Blushing When you [...]
Trivial Facts About Food
Trivial facts about foods Watch your mixers Carbonated mixers speed up alcohol’s rate of absorption in the blood, which intensifies its effect causing quicker intoxication. Keep it fresh Drying fruit causes huge nutrient loss, depleting 30-80% of its vitamin and antioxidant content. Berry delicious Bananas, tomatoes, pumpkin, watermelon and avocado are all berries. Get poppin' I cup of air-popped popcorn contains more antioxidants, in the form of polyphenols, than the average fruit or vegetable. Soft drink, soft [...]
Apricot Protein Recovery Balls
Apricot protein recovery balls These delicious apricot protein balls combine protein, glutamine and magnesium for the perfect post-workout snack, to nourish your muscles and replenish your electrolytes. Makes about 20 protein balls, serving size: 2 balls *note that magnesium can have a laxative effect if consumed in large quantities, so stick to the recommended serving. Ingredients ½ cup Synd-X Protein Powder 4 tsp Magnesium Ultra Potent Powder Citrus ¼ cup Glutamine Powder 1 cup dried apricots, chopped ½ tsp cracked sea salt 1 cup mixed nuts (almonds, walnuts, cashews, brazil nuts) 4 tbsp. melted [...]
Hormones And Endurance Training
Hormones and endurance training GET FIT & MEAN IT! with World Champion Kate Bramley If you have ever felt like you are on an emotional roller coaster while training hard – you can likely blame your hormones. Two in particular are important for both male and female endurance athletes – testosterone and cortisol. Testosterone Testosterone is a hormone present in both males and females. Males have higher levels and decline steadily with age. Women’s levels will alter depending on their stage of their menstrual [...]
Stuffed Mushrooms With Parmesan Cheese
Stuffed mushrooms with parmesan cheese These delectable mushrooms are a real treat as they are filled with a combination of finely chopped zucchini, spinach and hazelnuts topped with grated Parmesan cheese. Servings - 16 stuffed mushrooms Ingredients 16 large mushrooms 1 tbsp butter 2 shallots, finely chopped 1 garlic clove, crushed 1 small zucchini, chopped finely 1 cup baby spinach leaves, finely chopped Garnish 1/2 cup wholemeal bread crumbs 1/2 cup hazelnuts, finely chopped 2 tbsp parsley, finely chopped 1/3 cup Parmesan cheese Salt and pepper to taste Method Preheat oven to [...]
6 Facts About Digestion
6 facts about digestion If spread flat, your digestive system would cover a tennis court. Digestive issues contribute to a wide range of health issues such as migraine headaches, depression, foggy brain, autoimmune disease, autism, fibromyalgia, chronic fatigue and multiple sclerosis. Your body can move your food through the digestive system even while you are standing on your head. It is not connected to gravity because it works with muscles. Platypuses do not have stomachs. You burp [...]
6 New Year’s Eve Facts
6 New Year’s Eve facts Top 10 resolutions The top 10 resolutions are: to lose weight, eat healthier, exercise more, quit smoking, stick to a budget, save money, be more organised, be more patient, get a better job and just be a better person overall. Top 3 places The top three places to celebrate New Year’s Eve are Las Vegas, Disney World and New York City. Firecrackers To ensure a year of good luck, firecrackers and noisemakers became tradition in order to scare away any [...]
5 Causes And Solutions For Bad Breath
5 causes and solutions for bad breath By naturopath Margaret JasinskaBad breath is a common problem. You’ve probably met a lot of people with bad breath, and hope it never happens to you. It can be acutely embarrassing and very distressing, but it’s also an important indicator of a health problem.A lot of people think bad breath is always caused by problems in the mouth, and they spend time and money on mouth wash and breath sprays. This can mask the problem temporarily but it will return unless the underlying cause is dealt with. The medical term for bad [...]
