Diabetes
There are two main types of diabetes namely Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes, but more recently research highlights Type 3 diabetes which is a contributing factor in Alzheimer’s disease and dementia.
Lifestyle
Healthy Foods and Weight Gain
Even healthy foods will cause weight gain if not eaten in moderation
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Breast Cancer
Breast cancer occurs when abnormal cells start to proliferate in the breast tissue. It is more common in women, but it can also develop in men.
Eat healthily without blowing the budget
There’s a common misconception that it’s expensive to buy and eat healthy food. Eating healthily is less expensive than chronic disease which is caused by unhealthy eating.
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Food Addictions
Food addictions are not merely a lack of willpower. Junk foods can affect our brain chemistry making them highly addictive.
What to look out for on Food labels – Part 2
Food additives are not typically characteristic ingredients of foods, but are usually added during food processing
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Prostate Health
The prostate gland is part of the male reproductive system. Prostate enlargement is common in older men due to hormonal changes that can alter the cellular DNA.
What causes Bloating? – Part 3
Lectins and FODMAP’s can contribute to bloating because they can be poorly absorbed in the small intestine leading to fermentation and gas.
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What causes Bloating? – Part 2
Dairy, grains and sulfurous foods can be contributors to bloating, especially if you are intolerant to them or don’t have the enzymes and co-factors necessary to break them down.
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What causes Bloating? – Part 1
Bloating can be caused by the inability of our digestive system’s to break down specific foods. Part 1 looks at carbohydrates and sugars.
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