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Showing posts with label nutrition news. Show all posts
Showing posts with label nutrition news. Show all posts

Friday, 1 February 2013

Nutritional News - Energy Packed Foods

Feeling the winter slump? And need an energy boost? Here are a few different foods. Which are jam packed with energy.

Honey – This is a magnificent energy food, and is naturally sweet. Try adding to your morning bowl of porridge.

Green tea- Green Tea is a fab source of antioxidants and is a valuable resource of energy for the entire body.

Nuts- All nuts are an excellent source of minerals. They contain vitamins A, B and E, potassium, calcium, magnesium, phosphorus and iron. They can also help fight against anaemia and bring the body durable energy (just make sure you go for the unsalted variety)

Eggs- Eggs are a superb source of energy they also contain a high amount of protein. Protein is vital in almost every bodily function, when consuming a good source of protein at every meal people find it certainly boosts their energy levels.

Green parsley – These luscious leaves are packed with vitamin C and boost cell regeneration helping the body get more energy, try adding to casseroles.

Seeds- seeds such as sunflower and pumpkin are extremely rich in proteins and minerals and when incorporated in a diet can be an excellent source of energy. They are also a source of magnesium and iron. The polyunsaturated fats they contain are of benefit for the cardiovascular system and help the blood flow to the heart and brain.

Fruit smoothies and shakes- The combination of fruit juice and milk is jammed packed with energy, both the vitamins and calcium increase the body’s energetic potential. They also taste phenomenal and are a superb alternative to your usual fizzy drinks.

Friday, 7 December 2012

Food Q&A by Sam Crilly



I recently found out that I may be gluten intolerant and going on a gluten free diet has made a vast difference for me. I have met so many people lately that are celiac or are gluten intolerant/ or have other food intolerances and have done quite a bit of research on how food and intolerances affect individuals in different ways and how this can actually be the cause of many other health issues. Does Sam have any advice on gluten intolerance, and perhaps some helpful alternatives to gluten?

This question is particularly interesting as the majority of people wonder if they are  intolerant to certain food groups. Firstly, gluten is a protein found in wheat and certain other cereal and grains, including rye and barley. Most people tolerate this protein, but for people with celiac disease, this protein  triggers an immune reaction in the gut. Which if left untreated can cause  permanent damage to the lining of the small intestine. The main symptoms people experience when gluten or celiac intolerant are either weight gain or weight loss, aching joints, depression, eczema, cramps tightening, numbness, bloating, constipation and generally feeling  extremely uncomfortable. A lot of people also think having a gluten free diet eliminates a lot of food choices from their diet, but there are so many gluten free alternatives which can actually make it extremely easy to follow a gluten free lifestyle. There are even sections in most of the supermarkets (such as Waitrose) which are full of gluten free  products such s bread, pasta, noodles, cereals etc. Which makes a fab base for standard meals. Your local health food store may have even more variety of gluten free alternatives, even healthy biscuits and baked crisps; some restaurants (such as Zizi's) also cater for a gluten free diet. So my advice would be to fit all these super gluten free  alternatives in your diet, if you’re feeling the benefits already, it can only get better. But don't stress too much, if you’re out with friends or family and there isn't an alternative. It won’t be the worst thing for you; you may feel a bit bloated as your digestive system won’t be used to it. So keep it minimal, and try to go for  wholegrain versions and drink plenty of water to flush out your system.

Model: Michelle Claase 

Wednesday, 24 August 2011

Nutrition News by Sam Crilly



Leni's Models will be scouting at Reading Festival THIS WEEKEND, watch out for part two tomorrow when Sam will reveal the best foods to eat for lunch, dinner and what to drink...


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