Why is Breastfeeding Such a Big Deal?
Think of breastmilk as the baby’s first personalized health plan. It contains antibodies, good fats, and everything your baby needs to grow strong — especially in the first 6 months. For moms, breastfeeding isn’t just calorie-burning magic. It helps: ● Balance hormones ● Heal the uterus ● Lower stress ● Even reduce risk of breast […]
Are we interpreting the LIPID PROFILE correctly?
Interpreting a lipid profile can be quite daunting. With new studies indicating that total cholesterol values cannot be used alone to understand heart disease risk, how should a lipid profile really be analysed? What does the Lipid Profile measure? A standard fasting blood test for lipids includes values for total cholesterol, HDL cholesterol, LDL/VLDL cholesterol, […]
Maltodextrin: Effects on Gut Health and Blood Sugar
Maltodextrin (MDX) is a common food additive derived from the breakdown of starch, often used as a thickener and filler in processed foods. It is widely found in a variety of products, including non-calorie sweeteners like Splenda, sports drinks, baked goods, and dietary supplements. Despite its widespread use and the fact that it is generally […]
Probiotics & Sports Performance
Physical activity affects the gut microbiome and the gut microbiome affects physical performance. The relationship is bidirectional. Recent studies reveal that while high-intensity, long-duration exercise can cause a leaky gut and dysbiosis (disturbance of the gut bacteria) while low-to-moderate exercise maintains that balance. So should all athletes consume probiotics? The effects of physical activity on […]
GABA- Fact Check
What is it? Gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA) is the major inhibitory neurotransmitter in the central nervous system. It fulfils a number of functions in the brain and also affects tissues outside the brain. The few foods that contain GABA are fermented ones, such as kimchi, miso, tempeh, tea, tomato, soybean and germinated rice. This supplement has […]
Chondroitin and Glucosamine for Joint Health
What are they? Chondroitin is found naturally in cartilage, where it helps prevent tissue breakdown and provides mechanical support for the joints. Glucosamine occurs naturally in almost all human tissues, but is highly concentrated in connective tissues (joints) and cartilage. The body uses glucosamine to make glycosaminoglycans like hyaluronic acid, an integral part of all […]
IV INFUSION OF VITAMINS: A SCAM?
In the past few years, more people have been trying intravenous (IV) therapy, believing it brings various health advantages like more energy detoxification and a better immune system. However, as with any trend in the health and wellness industry, skepticism and controversy surround the effectiveness and legitimacy of IV therapy. What is Intravenous vitamin therapy? […]
How To Tell If Your Food Is Organic
If you’re trying to make better food choices for your health and the environment, you may have considered organic foods. But how do you tell if a food is truly organic or not? Labels Organic food labels are the perfect way to ensure that the food you are purchasing is truly certified organic. Mostly these […]
NMN: Your Anti-Aging Secret Revealed
What is it? In June of 2018, the World Health Organisation (WHO) released the 11th edition of its International Classification of Diseases, and for the first time added “ageing”. The classification of ageing as a disease paves the way for new research into novel therapeutics to delay or reverse it. Nicotinamide mononucleotide (NMN) is a […]
Is Palm Oil Bad for You?
Palm oil consumption and it’s effects on blood lipid levels and cardiovascular disease (CVD) in humans is still a subject of debate. Advocacy groups with varying agenda (most with no knowledge of human nutrition, biochemistry and physiology) fuel the controversy. Most of the (mis)information is targeted at consumers and food companies with a view to […]