Cows and carbon
Recently, an article was published that caught my eye. The title read: “Organic meat production just as bad for climate, study finds”. The analysis estimated the greenhouse gas emissions resulting...
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Dr Libby’s take on the protein conversation: your top questions answered.
Protein is having a major moment right now. You’ve likely come across advice pushing very high daily intakes. You may have heard that women over 40 aren’t getting enough. And you’ve probably noticed protein being added to just about everything – from...
The importance of zinc for men’s health
Sometimes it’s the smallest of things that makes the biggest difference and this couldn’t be more accurate when describing the mineral zinc. This tiny substance is a vital cog in...
Navigating the aisles: a guide to deciphering food labels
Venturing into a supermarket is more than a shopping trip; it’s an encounter with a carefully engineered battlefield of marketing tactics. From the strategic placement of products to the colour...
Nutritional investigations for fatigue
Fatigue—you know the feeling. You drag yourself out of bed despite getting enough hours of sleep, and find yourself relying on caffeine to get you through the day. No matter...
What are mitochondria and why on earth would you care?
Our bodies are made up of somewhere between 30 to 50 trillion cells—isn’t that incredible? When you think of health, you may not be thinking about cells, yet we are...
Soul Food: 12 simple ways to release the stress and welcome the calm
Stress has become a constant companion for many; a pervasive element that often feels inescapable. However, there are simple, delightful ways to release this stress and invite serenity into our...
Mindfulness can fit into a busy schedule. Here’s how.
Amidst the daily juggle of tasks and responsibilities, the concept of mindfulness might seem a luxury, something reserved for those with the leisure to sit in prolonged meditation. However, the...
5 foods that help to reduce inflammation
Inflammation is a word that gets a lot of airtime these days – and for good reason. While you might think of inflammation as the swelling that happens when you...
4 simple skincare swaps to reduce your chemical load
What we put on our skin matters. Our skin isn’t just a protective barrier; it’s a dynamic, living organ that absorbs much of what we apply to it. This means...
Do you suffer from gifting overwhelm? Here’s how to overcome it.
The season of giving is upon us, and with it comes the joy, excitement – and let’s face it – the (perceived) often overwhelming pressure of finding the perfect gift....
5 tips for prioritising your nourishment when eating out
Dining out is one of life’s great pleasures. Whether it’s a cosy café brunch, a business lunch, or a celebratory dinner, eating out is often about more than just the...
The simple hack to boost your nourishment through the festive season
As the festive season rolls around, with its whirlwind of parties and celebrations, it’s easy to get swept up in the culinary indulgence, often sidelining our nutritional wellbeing. Yet there’s...
The Opioid Effect: How food fragments in the bloodstream can influence cravings
Imagine your food is made up of a string of circles, like pearls on a string. Part of the role of digestion is to pull the pearls off the string,...
How to get enough calcium when you don’t eat dairy
Most people are aware of the importance of calcium to bone health and that dairy products are a dietary source of this mineral. Yet, what about those who do not...
How do I know if I have osteopenia?
Unfortunately, it’s not something that is commonly tested for unless there are certain risk factors or clinical signs present that suggest investigations are warranted. Part of the challenge with this...
How to have the right amount of cholesterol
When it comes to cholesterol, the Goldilocks principle applies: we want to have the right amount. So, if cholesterol and other fats in the blood (in particular, triglycerides) start to...