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Providing nutritionist led dietary education, guidance and support for people with health and weight problems


Resistant starch - does it have a place in a low-carb diet?
Some starches act more like dietary fibre than carbohydrates. These special types are known as resistant starches, and they have powerful effects on your gut microbiome, metabolic health, and even mitochondrial function. We describe how you can benefit from resistant starch whilst on a low-carb diet
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Oct 95 min read
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Natural Blood Pressure Management: The Power of Low-Carb Diets and Key Nutrients
Discover the power of Low-Carb diets for natural blood pressure management. Explore how Low-Carb and key nutrients can improve your health.
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Sep 36 min read
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Our top tips for building a nutrient-dense diet
One of the best ways to stay healthy is to eat food which is densely packed with nutrients. This will give you all the vitamins, minerals and other essential nutrients you need for health. Many of the foods we eat today are full of ‘empty calories’ -  they provide energy, but very little else! Nutrients are essential for metabolism, immunity, and long-term health. By choosing foods that are packed with vitamins, minerals, healthy fats, and protein, every mouthful will suppo
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Aug 17 min read
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The Importance of Maintaining Metabolic Flexibility on a Low-Carb Diet
Discover how maintaining metabolic flexibility on a low-carb diet boosts health. Learn to adapt fuel sources for optimal metabolic flexibility.
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Jun 304 min read
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Thin outside, fat Inside: unmasking Normal Weight Obesity
Body Mass Index (BMI) has long been used as the standard tool for identifying individuals as underweight, normal weight, overweight, or...
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Jun 86 min read
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The Hidden Link Between Oral Health and Metabolic Health
Discover the surprising connection between oral health and metabolic health. Learn how oral health impacts your body's overall wellness.
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May 65 min read
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Weight loss drugs - the alternatives how to boost GLP-1 naturally!
Weight loss drugs don't suit everyone and can cause nauseam diarrhoea and vomiting. These drugs work by boosting GLP-1 hormones which can be blunted in obesity. In this blog we describe hacks to boost GLP-1 hormones naturally, without weight loss drugs.
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Apr 95 min read
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Understanding Lean Mass Hyper-Responders: Implications for Low-Carb Diets
Unravel the mystery of Lean Mass Hyper-Responders (LMHR) on low-carb diets. Understand the implications and how to manage unexpected LDL inc
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Nov 25, 20243 min read
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The Power of Low-Carb Eating: How It Can Improve Your Mood, Focus, and Mental Clarity
Discover the impact of low-carb eating on mental well-being. Learn how stabilizing blood sugar and promoting brain-healthy ketones can impro
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Oct 9, 20245 min read
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Nuts and seeds - small but mighty!
Discover the incredible health benefits of nuts and seeds - from heart health to improved digestion. Learn how to maximize their nutrients!
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Oct 6, 20246 min read
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The Relationship Between Obesity and Aging: How a Low-Carb Diet May Help
Discover the impact of obesity on aging and how a low-carb diet can potentially reduce aging effects and improve longevity.
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Oct 3, 20244 min read
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10 Tips for Sustaining a Low-Carb Diet for the Long-Term
10 Tips for Sustaining a Low-Carb Diet for the Long-Term
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Sep 18, 20244 min read
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The Truth About Low-Carb Diets: Dispelling Common Myths
There are still many misconceptions and myths surrounding low-carb diets. This article aims to clear up some of these misunderstandings.
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Sep 11, 20244 min read
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Is Daytime Napping Healthy or Unhealthy? An In-Depth Look at Its Impact on Weight Loss and Metabolic Health
Is Daytime Napping Healthy or Unhealthy? An In-Depth Look at Its Impact on Weight Loss and Metabolic Health
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Sep 4, 20244 min read
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The Power of Sleep: Why We Need It and What Happens When We Don’t Get Enough
Discover the astonishing power of sleep and why it's crucial for your physical health, weight management and mental well-being.
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Aug 21, 20245 min read
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Should we eat cheese and dairy foods?
Uncover the truth about dairy foods and their surprising health benefits. Discover why dairy can be protective and beneficial for your overa
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Jul 31, 20248 min read
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Understanding Oxidative Stress and Inflammation: The Silent Saboteurs of Health
Discover the silent saboteurs of health: oxidative stress and inflammation. Learn about their impact, interrelationship, and practical ways
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Jul 10, 20244 min read
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The Role of Protein Powder Supplements in a Low-Carb Diet
We explore the use of protein powders in a low-carb diet, the types available, their benefits and drawbacks, and any potential safety issues
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Jul 10, 20244 min read
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Understanding the Roles of White, Brown and Beige fat in Health
Understanding the different roles of brown, beige, and white fat is crucial for developing strategies to improve metabolic health and weight
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Jul 3, 20244 min read
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The Egg-cellent Benefits of Eating Eggs Every Day
Discover the egg-cellent benefits of eating eggs daily! Packed with nutrients for heart, brain, and eye health, eggs are a versatile and con
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Jun 5, 20245 min read
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