Sugar often comes with negative connotations. Many people are advised to go completely sugar free or opt for unrefined versions. Some common claims include it causing cancer, and it has even been claimed that sugar is as addictive as cocaine.
Seasonal eating is something that humankind has been doing for centuries. However, recently is it becoming more conscious and spoken about, particularly because of the impact it can have on our environment.
Here we will uncover the research behind nutrition, diet and brain health as well as the role food can have on our mood and mental health.
Trying to decide which supplements are needed for optimal health can be challenging: with the mixed messages from media, influencers, friends, and family, it can leave you confused about what you actually need. So let’s look at the research.
How does a well-balanced vegan diet match up against one that contains animal products?
Emotional eating refers to food being consumed in response to feelings or emotions, rather than physical hunger cues that tell you when, what, and how much to eat. Emotional eating is often called “bad” or a problem to be dealt with, however it’s actually a very normal response to emotions.
It’s a common misconception that healthy eating has to be expensive, when actually there are a number of ways we can help keep spending under control but still manage to consume a healthy, nutritious diet.
In the UK, milk and milk products, such as cheese and yoghurts, account for almost half of all calcium intake in adults. But, with more and more people transitioning to a vegan diet or reducing their consumption of animal products, it is important to focus on including vegan sources of calcium in your diet.
Research tells us that having a healthy diet preconception is extremely important.
