I work with a lot of people in the CrossFit community and what I’ve noticed is they take their protein shakes and other sport supplements very serious. When I start talking about replacing their much loved chocolate flavoured whey protein shake with real food, I…
It has been one hell of a year! With Covid impacting so many people on so many different levels and the uncertainty of what next year will bring, we all need a break. Nothing refreshes the body and mind like spending time in nature with…
Anything you can get from protein powder… you can get from whole foods. And the truth is, whole foods will probably be in a much more nutrient-dense and satisfying form. But protein powders have a few things going for it – convenience, it’s easy to…
Roughly 10 to 20 percent of the population suffer from constipation. And while constipation might be common, it’s definitely not normal and it can have severe consequences. Having healthy digestion and eliminating waste every day (ideally twice – yes, twice – a day) is critical…
How does the immune system work? Your body is constantly exposed to invaders like toxins, allergens, certain foods, bacteria, viruses etc. The role of the immune system is to identify the invaders and to launch an attack on the invader. When your immune system identifies…
What a controversial topic….. Every time I dare imply that it is possible to heal from autoimmunity I get angry messages from people all over the world. There is no cure! They all scream with deep rooted belief. My disease is genetic and there is…
YOU ARE NOT ALONE If you are struggling with emotional eating at the moment, please know that you are not alone. It is extremely common. Do yourself a favour and google “emotional eating during covid-19” and see how many results you get. It is the…
What is Histamine? Histamine is a chemical involved in your immune system, your digestion, and your central nervous system. As a neurotransmitter, it communicates important messages from your body to your brain. It is also a component of stomach acid, which helps you break down…
By now, we all know what covid-19 is and that we can reduce our exposure by washing our hands frequently and by distancing ourselves from others where possible. In addition to reducing your exposure, supporting your immune system is the next important step. This will…
Can a positive mindset heal? For anyone suffering from an autoimmune disease this question is guaranteed to stir up emotions. Some might say: “Of course not, I live with the symptoms of my disease every single day and I’m in pain, whether I have a…
Bone broth and gelatin have long been used to heal digestive problems. However, it was only until recently that scientists uncovered the science behind the nutritional power of these foods: collagen! The unique structural properties and amino acid profile of collagen allows this special protein…
Last week we posted about the dirty dozen. The dirty dozen is a list of conventionally grown fruits and vegetables with the highest levels of pesticide residues. To compile the Dirty Dozen list, the EWG (Environmental Working Group) analyzed over 40,900 samples to single out…
Since 1995, the EWG has released the Dirty Dozen — a list of conventionally grown fruits and vegetables with the highest levels of pesticide residues. Pesticides are substances commonly used in agriculture to protect crops from damage caused by insects, weed pressure and diseases. To…
Most people take one look at the “food to avoid” list and are immediately filled with a sense of despair. “No way! Surely it’s not possible to eliminate so many foods from my diet…. I can never do this…..I love my (insert wine/sushi/pizza/breakfast cereal) way…
Focusing on your goals is an important part of meeting your goals. The second and much less common part is focusing on competing commitments or limiting beliefs. We consciously commit to our resolutions like taking back our health, and at the same time we are…
SECRET 2: WE ARE ALL DIFFERENT We all know a friend that is looking absolutely incredible after losing a lot of weight. You then ask her what she did, and then, for the next hour you sit there quietly, while your friend shares all the…
SECRET 1: STRESS IS KILLING US (AND MAKING US FAT) Have you ever noticed that it doesn’t matter how much kale you eat, if you hate your job or you’re in an unhappy relationship, it’s almost impossible to drop the last few kg’s, to get…
It is flu season and the kids come home with runny noses, the gym is a breeding ground for all sorts of viruses and you are almost guaranteed a sore throat after a trip on the Gautrain. Our natural flu remedy is made with rooibos…