Give me the skinny on FATS. Still think FAT-FREE is the way to go? We are constantly bombarded with NO-FAT belief system. There is a LOW-FAT option for nearly everything from chips to ice-cream these days. But are we any healthy for it? Regardless of the latest diet fad, we can’t only put the blame on FATS when it comes to trimming our waists. Are there BAD FATS? Answer: DEFINITELY. Bad fats (saturated fats) and even uglier (trans fats) are the culprits at large for weight gain, clogging our arteries and raising our cholesterol. These fats increase the “bad” cholesterol […] read more
WORST ingredients
Ingredients to always AVOID. Think about these ingredients the next time you are looking at the labels of your foods: Hydrogenated, partially hydrogenated oils A fat manufactured which enabled the creation of margarine, it is commonly used in processed and fast foods. Processed foods, friend foods, shortenings, contain high levels of trans fats, which raise bad cholesterol and lower good cholesterol, contributing to risk of heart disease MSG (Monosodium Glutamate) A flavour enhancer used in many common foods. May stimulate appetite and cause headaches, nausea, and weakness. MSG has been known to affect heart rate and cause difficulty in breathing. High […] read more
picking ripe avocados
Ever wonder what the trick is to picking ripe avocados? Follow our tips, to always pick it ripe: Skin Colour. Check the outside colour of the skin, looking for a darker colour Touch test. Putting avocado in your palm, gently squeeze. (Do not use your fingers to avoid bruising). Feel for a firm gentle pressure. Hard: ripe in few days. Squishy: over ripe Stem test: remove the stem and look for colour. Green/light brown colour means it is ready to eat. Dark colour under stem means over ripe Tip: Slow down the ripening process by putting them in the fridge! Speed […] read more
massage therapy
get in touch with the many benefits of massage therapy: Regular massages can be a powerful tool in everyone’s life. Here is a list of just some of the benefits massage therapy offers: Stress relief In numerous studies, 60 minute massage therapy treatments have been shown to significantly lower people’s heart rate, cortisol and insulin levels- all contributing to decreased stress. Feel good. Common massage techniques can help you relax, triggering endorphins. Massages will reduce stress hormone levels, lower your heart rate and blood pressure. Regular massages have been linked with improving symptoms of anxiety and depression. Reduce body aches. A […] read more
good carbs
Cycling season is in full force. And with a wide range of energy drinks, protein bars, gels and supplements, its hard to know what’s what sometimes. The best way to understand what sources of energy our bodies need, is to understand how we get energy from food. The short story: Digestive enzymes in your stomach will convert your food into fuel for you body to function. We begin breaking down proteins into their building blocks, which are called amino acids. We break down carbohydrates into its smallest subunit, glucose. We take large molecules of fat, and break them into fatty […] read more