The Problem with Inflammatory Foods

The Problem with Inflammatory Foods

Inflammation occurs when the body finds itself under attack. If you stub your toe, for example, messages signifying pain are sent to the brain. The immune system is then alerted to the problem, and the body sets about repairing itself. The same applies when bacterial...
What to eat Before you Workout

What to eat Before you Workout

Whether you work out in the morning before you head off to work, or you enjoy an evening session with a class full of likeminded people, your pre workout nutrition is key. Getting this right, or wrong can seriously impact on your performance and ultimately reaching...
Vegetarian – Summer BBQ

Vegetarian – Summer BBQ

The summer is upon us, which means gorgeous afternoon sun and long evenings with family and friends. If only it was that consistent. Although, whatever the weather this time of year we are always keen to dust off the BBQ and get out the utensils. As a vegetarian,...
Do You Know Your Prebiotics from Your Probiotics?

Do You Know Your Prebiotics from Your Probiotics?

For many years now, ‘probiotic’ has been a common word seen in health food stores up and down the country. Ever since the adverts of energetic, healthy looking people knocking back shots of what look like runny yoghurt launched, we’ve known that probiotics have...
FODMAP Foods – What Are They?

FODMAP Foods – What Are They?

We are what we eat, and in which case, what we put into our body very much effects it’s functioning and performance. Regarding digestion, food goes hand in hand with this process, and can also be a trigger for digestive issues and problems. Getting to know our body is...