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Getting healthy with our minds.

An important part of getting healthy is understanding the importance of health and the foods we eat. As I work towards becoming a Holistic Nutritionist, I will be sharing some information that I find interesting and helpful. I will also be highlighting certain everyday foods and how they can benefit our bodies, along with which foods could be causing us harm.

 

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Did You Know…Iron & Citrus?

Iron is a very important mineral for the human body. It plays a vital role in the production of red blood cells, energy, metabolism and the transportation of oxygen to all parts of the body. Many people today are deficient in iron due to their lack of dietary intake which can […]

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Did You Know… Avocados vs. Bananas

  Avocados have almost twice as much potassium as Bananas. Next time try an avocado for a post workout snack and get double the potassium benefits. Potassium provides the body with much needed electrolytes that get lost during excessive sweating.  It helps regulate the internal fluid balance, prevents fatigue, maintains muscle mass and nerve […]

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Eat More… Turmeric

Turmeric, a member of the ginger family, is a bright yellow spice that is commonly used  in East Indian and Asian cooking. It is used in a variety of dishes for its bright yellow colour and distinct flavour. These cultures have also been using turmeric as an ingredient for many home remedies for […]

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The Dirty Dozen

  Many have heard this term in regards to what we eat, but here is a quick explanation of what the dirty dozen means; what foods fall into this category and what you can do about it. The dirty dozen refers to 12 common fruits and vegetables that many of […]

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Eat The Rainbow

We keep hearing about “adding more colour” to our daily diet and are encouraged to eat a rainbow of fruits and vegetables. What is the reason for the different colours and what are the benefits of the rainbow? Fruits and vegetables are packed full of essential vitamins and minerals that […]