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For many of us chocolate is a mouth-watering treat that gets our feel good hormones pumping and is an almost instant mood booster. But for those that have health goals in mind, there can be a vast difference in the type of chocolate you choose to indulge in. “Chocolate is bad for you” and other myths have been around since the dawn of time, but I’m here to tell you that it’s simply not true. As long as you match your health knowledge with your temptations, you can keep skipping along your healthy path! I’m here to clear up the distinctions...

Are you searching for a new plant-based protein powder but feeling overwhelmed by all the options? You’re not alone! Plant based proteins are becoming increasingly popular, with many health enthusiasts making the switch. If you're looking for a protein powder that boosts your workout performance and provides clean nutrition, hemp protein might be the perfect fit. Let's explore why hemp protein stands out in the world of plant based proteins.   Why Choose Hemp Protein? If you’ve adopted a vegan lifestyle, you’ve probably heard the classic question: “Where do you get your protein from?” Contrary to popular belief, plant based...

Some superfoods get much more time in the limelight than others. They just do. Cacao is certainly guilty of those attributes, taking the main stage and refusing to leave! In the 1700’s it was dubbed Food of the Gods by a Professor Carl Linnaeus, whose works are still recognised in today’s science world. I figured cacao wasn’t just another hype when I read that huge claim! I decided to dive head first into scientific research about cacao’s health benefits. I’m very convinced that you too, would happily indulge in chocolate, if it served a higher purpose than its mouth-watering taste?   I...

Boost Your Winter Immunity with Manuka Honey Superfood   Making it through the colder months, dodging as many flus as possible is something we all try to achieve. However, as the thermometer begins to drop it can be easy to forget about preparing for the winter season ahead.  I always knew that honey was great for boosting immunity, but had no idea that not all honeys are made equal. It wasn’t until I dug deep into research surrounding the powerful properties of Manuka Honey, that I understood what all the fuss was all about.   So what’s the difference between Manuka honey & regular honey?...

A lot of my diet choices are influenced by scientific studies on the powerful properties of certain foods. I like to see cold, hard evidence on health benefits, not just that it’s the latest hype! Lately I’ve been reading a lot about the benefits of berries and always grab a punnet of tasty little morsels at the supermarket. Finding a high quality berry blend superfood mix is also an easy way to include some of the healthiest foods known to man. I’ve also been attracted to foods with vibrant colours and it turns out those colours hold their own unique properties for...

Can you imagine if you found a food that provided you with nearly all of your nutritional requirements? Well bee pollen could be just that! It’s even been classed as a superfood because of its impressive health-boosting properties! Lately I’ve had a focus on foods that can be used functionally or even medicinally, to greatly improve energy levels, immunity and in turn quality of life. There are so many products that come as a result of the bee’s hard work collecting pollen. This week I decided to dig deep to find out about the power of bee pollen granules.   I recently...