What is it? Is it good for you? How do I go into ketosis? What’s all the fuss about? “Ketosis is a condition in which levels of ketones (ketone bodies) in the blood are elevated. Ketones are formed when glycogen stores in the liver have run out. The ketones are used for energy. Ketones are small ...
We’ve already had a few warm days – gentle reminders of the blessedly hot days to come. Days where, if you were to wear anything more than a single, light cotton layer, you’d swelter. Yes, that’s right, it’s time to face the mirror, the summer shorts, the sleeveless shirts…and feel good about yourself when you ...
You’ve changed the way you eat – lots of fresh fruit & veg, increased water intake, excellent balance of proteins, carbohydrates and no sugar! You’re sleeping well, a full 7 to 8 hours a night, and feeling refreshed every morning. Exercise is now a part of your weekly schedule – 3 to 4 days a ...
Well, here’s the third instalment on how to increase your energy levels. Yep, it’s exercise! How does exercise increase your energy levels? • Improved cardio-vascular function (your heart and blood vessels) means increased delivery of the stuff we need – oxygen! • Stronger muscles means less effort involved in the simple things and more pleasure ...
If you put sugar in the tank of your car, you’re not going to get very far. The same goes for you and your body. You get about 20 minutes of high-octane energy release, then that’s it. The headaches start, you get cranky and all you really want to do is curl up and have ...
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