Since the start of the 21st century, matcha has become really popular with people who are into healthy living all over the world. It’s now seen as one of the most nutritious superfoods. You can find matcha tea powder in lots of places, including restaurants, cafés and shops. If you’re looking for it, you can … Continued
In a shallow body of water near Lake Chad, women dressed in colorful clothes skim the surface with bowls, collecting green algae soup growing there. They pour the algae mass into indentations in the sand, where it quickly dries under the sun and turns into a brittle green cake called dihe. These cakes are cut … Continued
Despite the widespread use of the term “superfood,” there is no clear definition of what exactly qualifies as a superfood. The word “superfood” itself sounds almost heroic. It evokes the idea of health and happiness packed into a small, edible unit. Although it’s not a scientifically defined term, it usually refers to an ingredient rich … Continued
Superfood refers to foods that are rich in certain key nutrients essential for maintaining and supporting the body’s proper functioning. Superfoods help strengthen the immune system because they are packed with vitamins that protect your body from colds, flu, sinus infections, and more. They also positively affect blood pressure and cholesterol levels. A balanced diet … Continued
Fluid intake is extremely important for the body for several reasons: it helps maintain a healthy internal environment and supports metabolic processes such as regulating optimal body temperature (homeostasis), blood circulation, electrolyte balance, and the elimination of toxins. Regular hydration is highly beneficial, but lately, we’ve been seeing growing trends around so-called “miracle” liquids. Much … Continued
We live in an era of labeling: vegan, vegetarian, omnivore, lactose-free, gluten-free, keto. With so much information and different diets, it’s tempting to label everything and try to figure out what’s good or bad. Often, these labels come with unwanted comments and judgments about each other’s eating habits. Like in many areas, nutrition has its … Continued
Did you know that 70% of our immunity is in our gut? Our immune system and the gut microbiota are separated by a single layer of cells, and studies show that the microbiota helps fight infections and contribute to the production of immune cells. The microbiota also helps immune cells to reduce the threat of … Continued
Talking with our clients, I’ve noticed that hair thinning and hair loss are increasingly common issues. It’s probably no surprise that I recommend starting with nutrition, since hair supplements are often expensive, while vitamins and minerals from food can be just as effective, if not more so. Here are my top 5 superfoods known to … Continued
Although there are various supplements for the skin and we often hear that vitamin C is particularly important for skin health, I want to take a closer look at how different vitamins and antioxidants can improve our skin condition. Antioxidants Antioxidants protect our skin from oxidative stress caused by UV rays, air pollution, and processes … Continued
Let’s start with the basics: what is collagen, which has gained increasing popularity in the beauty industry in recent years? Collagen is the main protein (comprising about 25% – 35% of all proteins in the body) found in the extracellular matrix and is widespread throughout human connective tissue. In simple terms, connective tissue in humans … Continued
