Archive for November 2020
The Importance of Sleep
Understanding sleep Understanding sleep, the power of it and how to get as much high-quality sleep as possible is one of the healthiest things we can do. Sleep is a naturally recurring state characterized by reduced or absent consciousness, and the inactivity of nearly all voluntary muscles. Sleep timing is controlled by the circadian clock,…
Read MoreWhat the heck are Glycaemic Index (GI) and Glycaemic Load (GL)?
Following on the carbohydrate theme of my last few posts, today is an explanation about GI (glycaemic index) and GL (glycaemic load). Many of my clients struggle with carbohydrates and don’t always recognise which are the best ones to eat so I often recommend that the low GL carbs are the ones to go for.…
Read MoreWhat are carbohydrates?
Carbohydrates are a major macronutrient and the primary source of energy for the body and brain. In terms of structure, there are two types of carbohydrates: SIMPLE & COMPLEX. They are called carbohydrates because, at the chemical level, they contain carbon, hydrogen and oxygen. Unlike essential amino acids and fatty acids, there are no essential…
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