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THE HEALING POWER OF PLANT FOODS

Plants have been used as medicines throughout history. Our earliest human ancestors found plants to heal wounds, cure diseases, and ease troubled minds. Evidence exists that plants were used for medicinal purposes some 60,000 years ago. A burial site of a Neanderthal man was uncovered in 1960. 8 species of plants had been buried with him, some of which are still used for medicinal purposes today...
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BANANAS – A GOOD WORKOUT SNACK

Bananas are rich in nutrients like carbs and potassium, both of which are important for exercise performance and muscle growth. They’re also easy to digest and can slow the absorption of sugar in the bloodstream, making bananas a good food to eat before a workout. (Healthline) Bananas are also good for post-workout recovery. Glycogen (stored carbohydrates) in your liver and muscles –...
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EAT MORE MAGNESIUM-RICH FOODS TO REDUCE DEMENTIA RISK

A study from the Australian National University suggests that increased magnesium intake in our daily diet can improve brain health as we age and reduce the risk of dementia. Researchers found that consuming more than 550 mg of magnesium per day, through foods like spinach and nuts, resulted in a brain age approximately 1 year younger by 55 compared to those with a normal intake of 350 mg. A 41%...
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MAKE YOUR OWN IMMUNITY-BOOSTING TEA

Got some cloves, ginger and cinnamon in your kitchen? Why not turn them into a healthy drink to strengthen your immune system? Both ginger and cinnamon have anti-inflammatory properties; and cloves are packed with antiseptic, antiviral, and antimicrobial compounds. A simple preparation of ginger-cinnamon-clove tea is often used as a natural remedy for sore throats, cold and cough.    ...
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ADD COLOUR TO YOUR PLATE, ADD YEARS TO YOUR LIFE

You may be tempted to find a few foods you or your kids or family members like and focus on eating those. And it can be easy to fall into routines. But the truth is: Our bodies thrive on variety – a rainbow of nutrients. Research has shown that a colourful diet is a great way to boost your health and vitality.  Eating a diversity of colourful foods – mainly fruits and vegetables – can be...
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What is your ‘food clock’? These 4 tips can improve how you eat

Aligning your food habits with your internal clock – called chrononutrition – optimises how you eat for the changing circumstances of daily life and your body. Eating while the sun shines – and eating bigger meals early in the day – help our bodies process energy more efficiently. Three-quarters of your daily calories should be before 2 p.m. And size matters when it comes to meals. Our...
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13 Canned Foods You Should Avoid At The Grocery Store

Head into any grocery store or supermarket and you'll find shelf after shelf stacked high with different types of canned foods. But not all canned foods are created equal. While certain types of canned products can make a food taste better or take the hassle out of preparing it, other canned products may not be worth the hard-earned money you're spending on them. Here’s the lowdown on some...
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EAT A RAINBOW

Eat fruits and vegetables of different colours every day. Plants contain different pigments, or phytonutrients, which give them their colour. Different-coloured plants are linked to higher levels of specific nutrients and health benefits. Eating a variety of colours will increase your intake of different nutrients to benefit various areas of your health. (Healthline) Red, orange, yellow, green,...
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FEELING DOWN? EAT AN AVOCADO

Do You Know: The food you eat directly impacts your psychological well-being. Feeling down? Try avocados. Avocado can help fight depression. It contains healthy fats that nourish the brain; as well as potassium and magnesium that help calm the body and mind. This fruit also has folate and Vitamin K, both of which lower symptoms of depression. It also contains tryptophan, which produces the happy...
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