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Why Meal Planning is a fantastic idea
Meal planning can be a total game-changer for anyone looking to eat healthier while saving time and money. Picture this: instead of scrambling at the last minute to figure out what is for dinner, you have a plan in place that not only helps you shop more effectively but also reduces waste. By planning out your meals, you can reduce waste because you will know exactly what ingredients you need. Plus, it gives you a chance to improve your health and nutrition by ensuring you’re eating balanced meals. Remember to eat the rainbow as well as plenty healthy fats/oils and legumes. Involving the family in meal planning can turn it…
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Maintaining a healthy weight
Losing weight is for life not just for (post) Christmas…. If I had a pound for every time I was asked – “Can you give me something to help me lose weight?” I would be loaded. I think most people who have tried to lose weight –have come to realise that there is no magic tincture or quick fix. Added to this losing weight may not make you as happy as you think. Generally dieters know exactly what they should be doing and yet still somehow struggle to maintain a healthy weight. It takes more than will power; it takes hard work and determination – which in turn takes vast…
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IBS
Irritable bowel syndrome or IBS can be described as a functional disease of the gut. This means that there is nothing wrong with the structure of the gut, however how it works is questionable. Why is this relevant? mainly because there are no laboratory or readily available diagnostic tests at the GP s disposal to diagnose it. A plain X ray will be normal as will most blood / stool samples – however a bout of IBS will leave you in agony and probably not willing to leave the house for fear of an embarrassingly explosive episode whilst desperately seeking the nearest toilet. Diarrhoea Constipation Pain Cramps Piles Lethargy Nausea…
