Over the winter months our good water-drinking intentions can become eroded as we gravitate towards hot beverages. Is it time for a water-drinking reset? The rule of thumb for healthy hydration levels is 1 liter of fluids per day for every 20 kilos of body weight. This means, a person weighing 80 kilos needs 4 litres of fluids each day. …
You slip on some pants that three weeks earlier, you couldn’t zip up, and now they’re lose on your hips. Your tummy has flattened, your waist is becoming defined, and other problem areas have also reduced. You look healthy, and your skin is glowing. You are starting to feel like you again. …
It can be tempting to fantasize about a quick fix when it comes to achieving your weight loss goals, and, in desperation, even consider pharmacological interventions, but is it really worth it? Are you willing to risk the potentially harmful effects of synthetic chemicals and irreversible treatments? Do you really want to go there, or is it just a sense of hopelessness that’s pulling you in that direction? …
Your immune system is designed to detect pathogens, foreign particles and abnormal cells, then mount a response against them. If your immune system is weak, your response will be poor, your symptoms greater and your recovery time longer. When you encounter viruses your immune system develops natural immunity to future exposures of the same or similar pathogens.…
Changing your concept of what a ‘treat’ is, and planning ahead so that you can enjoy healthy, nourishing, restorative treats is essential if you want to be able to maintain good health and weight over the long term. Most of us have been programmed by past experiences, social pressure and advertising to view highly processed and sugar-laden foods and beverages as treats, when the truth is they are toxic. …