Category: Protein
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Top 10 Nutrients Your Frazzled Nervous System Is Probably Craving
If you’ve felt wired, tired, emotional, or like you’re clinging to control with no capacity left… your nervous system might be waving a white flag. And while breathwork, rest and boundaries are powerful (and necessary), what you eat also plays a huge role in nervous system resilience. Here are 10 key nutrients your frazzled system…
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Nourish Your Mind: How Nutrition and Lifestyle Shape Mental Health
In this post, I detail a few key areas where nutrition and lifestyle act as powerful interventions to support mental wellbeing. From gut health and fibre to blood sugar regulation and the vagus nerve, it’s all connected.
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Understanding Fatigue: Common Causes and Solutions
Fatigue is a common complaint in both clinical practice and daily life. The underlying causes are often overlooked or misunderstood. Feeling low in energy isn’t just about being busy or stressed – it often reflects deeper imbalances in the body that need attention.
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Weight Loss 101
When it comes to weight loss, the basics can be boiled down to the principles of energy balance, nutrition, physical activity, and behavioral changes. Here’s a 101 guide to understanding weight loss: 1. Caloric Deficit Key Principle: To lose weight, you need to burn more calories than you consume. This is called a caloric deficit.…
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The Difference Between Bone Broth and Collagen
Bone broth protein and collagen are often discussed together because they share some similarities, but they are distinct products with different compositions, benefits, and uses. Here’s a breakdown of the key differences: 1. Source Bone Broth Protein: Made by simmering animal bones (typically from chicken, beef, or fish) for an extended period, then dehydrating and…
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The Importance of 30g of Protein at Breakfast: Fueling Your Day and Balancing Hormones
The Importance of 30g of Protein at Breakfast: Fueling Your Day and Balancing Hormones Starting your day with a protein-rich breakfast is more than just a good habit—it’s a powerful way to support your overall health, especially when you aim for around 30 grams of protein. Here’s why this approach is so beneficial, particularly when…
