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B Vitamins

B Vitamins

Next up in our A-Z of vitamins are the 8 B vitamins. 🔍 What is the function of the 8 B vitamins? There are eight types of B vitamin, each with its own function: 💪 Thiamin (B1) – helps to convert glucose into energy and has a role in nerve function.👀 Riboflavin (B2) – is involved in energy […]

Dieting vs. Non Dieting Mentality

Dieting vs. Non Dieting Mentality

Are you exercising to lose weight 🚫 or because you can ✅? ⁠⁠⁠⁠Movement looks different for everyone. ⁠⁠⁠⁠🏊🚶🏋️ Some people like to swim, others walk and some enjoy the gym. ⁠⁠⁠⁠😁 Do what you like and remember to move because it makes you feel good. ⁠⁠⁠⁠💪 Move because it releases those endorphins and makes you feel empowered and strong⁠⁠⁠⁠😨 Move your body […]

Vitamins – Water Vs. Fat Soluble 💦🧈

Vitamins – Water Vs. Fat Soluble 💦🧈

In our The Facts About Micronutrients post we explained the difference and role of the two micronutrients vitamins and minerals. We now wanted to zone in on vitamins and why they are so important. There are 13 essential vitamins, A, C, D, E, K, and 8 B vitamins. Vitamins are divided into two groups: fat […]

The Facts About Micronutrients 🔍

The Facts About Micronutrients 🔍

Over the last few weeks, we have compiled a series of posts about macronutrients, including carbohydrates, protein and fats. We now want to focus on the micronutrients; vitamins and minerals. 👀 What are they?Micronutrients are vitamins and minerals needed by the body in very small amounts. However, their impact on a body’s health is critical, and […]

It is All About Eggs 🥚🍳🥚

It is All About Eggs 🥚🍳🥚

In our previous post about cholesterol, we talked about the fact that cholesterol is not the demon we have been led to believe it is. The body tightly regulates the amount of cholesterol in our blood by controlling its internal production; when cholesterol intake in the diet goes down, the body makes more cholesterol, and […]

Trans Fats or Hydrogenated Fats 🧈🍦

Trans Fats or Hydrogenated Fats 🧈🍦

You have probably heard that trans fats are the worst type of fat. In fact, the UK Government has urged food companies to cut down on the levels of trans fats in products, but an outright ban has yet to be enforced. Meaning that a number of foods still contain them. Here is some information […]

🍓🍐🍊FRUIT BINGO🍒🥝🍇

🍓🍐🍊FRUIT BINGO🍒🥝🍇

A few weeks ago we set you a challenge of trying one new vegetable. This week it is the turn of fruit 🍌 Why are fruits so important? ✅ Excellent source of essential vitamins and minerals✅ High in fibre✅ Provide a wide range of health-boosting antioxidants, including flavonoids✅ Source of water for hydration 🔄 Having a variety, is key! Different types […]

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