Other blogs on this website that discuss insulin insensitivity: Berberine & Insulin Sensitivity Insulin Sensitivity and Menopause, The Evidence Insulin Insensitivity, Weight Gain & More   How being in Africa changed my life. Not only has it been a lifelong dream to travel to Africa, but being there for over a month also changed how […]

Other blogs on this website that discuss insulin insensitivity: Berberine & Insulin Sensitivity Insulin Insensitivity, Weight Gain & More Africa, Insulin Sensitivity & Meal Timing   In our blog Insulin Insensitivity, Weight Gain & More we discuss the everything insulin – what it is & how it’s supposed to work in the body what happens […]

Other blogs on this website that discuss insulin insensitivity: Berberine & Insulin Sensitivity Insulin Sensitivity and Menopause, The Evidence Africa, Insulin Sensitivity & Meal Timing   If you feel like you’ve tried everything to lose weight and your body just won’t budge, this is a must-read ↓ Alright, let’s break down what insulin is, what […]

Whether for a vacation or for work, travelling all too often means complete derailment from your structured, healthy eating habits and can leave you feeling defeated, guilty and bloated. A vacation is a time to decompress. Ideally, you feel free to relax and indulge just enough to enjoy yourself, but take well enough care that […]

Sugar’s addictive qualities are rooted in its powerful impact on the brain’s reward system. Scientific studies have revealed that sugar triggers the release of dopamine, a neurotransmitter associated with pleasure and reward, in the brain’s reward centres much like other addictive substances. For instance, a study published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition found […]

Do you know what one of the biggest culprit behind weight gain, poor energy, frequent sick days, and low mood is? It’s blood sugar instability. And just because you’re not diabetic doesn’t mean you’re in the clear from the effects of mild to moderate blood sugar imbalance. Sugar instability is being recognized as one of the […]

Several studies provide insights into how sugar consumption can influence immune function, particularly regarding inflammation and the body’s response to pathogens. Here are a few of those studies and articles: Ask Dr. Sears: This resource outlines how consuming high amounts of sugar (75 to 100 grams) can suppress the body’s immune responses. Simple sugars like […]

I’ve worked and played in the fitness and wellness space since my early twenties.  That’s over 30 years now, and I’m happy to say, still going strong! Despite all these years in the industry, and over a decade now practicing exclusively as a nutritionist – there’s something that’s always evaded me…   Why is it […]

I love data.  I love evidence-based objective science when it comes to nutrition and wellness. But I’m actually not at all good at weeding through it.  So when I find an expert who does that part of it for a living AND is able to share that science with his audience in a down-to-earth relatable […]

I’m sharing my meal prep favs with you today – stuff I use all the time!   1. Baking Sheets Easiest meal prep ever – throw everything on a baking sheet, drizzle with a little olive oil and s&p, and bake until done. I LOVE one pan meals – so simple!  (psst: we have an […]