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Watermelon: a summer fruit filled with antioxidants
Crunchy and juicy this summer fruit has plenty of antioxidants, like carotenoids and lycopene, which help in protecting the skin. It also has something called citrulline a mineral that helps with endurance.
Lucuma: a natural sugar with benefits
Lucuma is an exotic fruit native to the Andes region of Peru and Chile. When dried it makes for an excellent sugar substitute with a sweetened similar to maple and a very low glycemic index. Unlike sugar its has a wide variety of nutrients.
Benefits of adding electrolytes to your water
Drinking water is great but electrolytes add minerals which can help our body perform even better. They can gives us more energy not only to power through our workout routine, but also to keep our mind sharp while we work.
This mint pistachio dip will brighten up your day
This quick and easy dip have very tasty and beneficial ingredients. It’s the perfect snack to pair with a bunch of veggies for a healthy and delicious snack.
Protect your skin from the sun with Carotenoids
Whether is summer or winter we always need to be extra careful in protecting our skin from the sun. Aside from wearing an SPF, and a possibly a hat, we can also add more carotenoids to our diet.
Ginger thermogenic properties
Ginger adds a hot twist to your food and drinks and it comes with a barrage of properties. It’s easy to incorporate this adaptogens into your daily diet. Read more…
A super green cucumber avocado salad
The perfect gut-cleansing salad with lots of herbs, fiber and all the hydration from cucumbers. It’s my go-to when I need some detox after a hefty dinner.
Papaya's powerful enzymes
Papaya soft texture and delicate flavor are just a few of its qualities. In fact, it’s not only great for gut health, it also fights oxidative damage while improving skin elasticity.
Matcha: a supercharged green tea
Stemming from a long held Japanese tradition drinking matcha is a sacred ritual. Although it derives from the same plant of green tea, Match grows in the shade of bamboos which increases its chlorophyl giving it a unique nutrient content profile.
Get mellow with this mango smoothie
Rich in a multitude of vitamins like copper, B6 and folate a, this juicy and delicious fruit is incredibly beneficial for gut health as it stimulates digestion.
Cocoa's magic to happiness and calm
The Maya had already discovered that chocolate was affecting mood in a positive way. A superfood cocoa stimulates neurotransmitters in the brain and helps fight off depression. And it’s delicious.
We got the Beets!
There are so many reasons to love beets: they are loaded with antioxidants, they have anti-inflammatory properties and they are great for cardio exercises as their nitrates oxigenate the blood faster.
How emulsifiers can alter your gut microbiota
Emulsifiers are additives that can be founded in many of the foods we consume daily: like nut milks. They improve texture and extend shelf-life. It is important to know how they can affect gut health.
What magnesium compound do you need?
Magnesium compounds can be very helpful for a wide variety of issues. Frequent cramps and migraines may be a sign you need more of it.
Gut Inflammation: what are some of the symptoms
What are the red flags you should look for that may indicate you have gut inflammation? The symptoms may vary, but with little lifestyle adjustments you can get back on track in no time.
Foods for energy and focus
Have noticed that there are some foods that give you energy and boost your mood while others make you tired? If your goal is to be more focused and energized start from your diet.
What are Pre and Probiotics good for?
Pre and probiotics are critical for the health of our gut microbiota, a diet rich in both is critical to boost the immune system, but also for mood, energy levels and weight management.
Why you should care about Bioavailability
Are the supplements you are taking and the smoothie mixes you are drinking really making a difference? The answers depends on the bioavailability of the ingredients.
Detox your liver with Milk Thistle
During the holidays we tend to indulge a bit more and sometimes we consume more alcohol than we should. Milk Thistle is a powerful remedy if you are looking for a way to detox your liver and achieve better looking skin.
Mood boosting & Stress relieving Rhodiola Rosea
One of the most powerful adaptogens, Rhodiola Rosea is dubbed the golden root not by chance. In fact, if you are feeling stressed or burned out, and your kidney activity has slowed down, you may want to look into it.