The magic of detoxification
The body’s own detoxification process is an amazing, complex, and finely tuned process that takes place day and night in several phases. The liver, kidneys, intestines, skin, and lungs work closely together to convert, neutralize, and excrete harmful substances. In the liver, foreign substances such as environmental toxins, drug residues, or metabolic products are first […]
L-Carnitine – a potential helper with food cravings?
Cravings, and even more emotionally triggered eating patterns, are complex issues that often require a multifaceted approach involving self-awareness, stress management techniques, and seeking professional guidance from a healthcare provider or registered dietitian with expertise in emotional eating and behavioral patterns. Learning about your triggers and addressing the root causes of cravings and emotional eating […]
Sweet but not so sweet … the effects of excessive sugar consumption on the human body
Eating too much sugar is not good for you – yep. Particularly when it comes to added sugars found in processed foods, sugary beverages as well as hidden sugars in bread, spice mixtures, sauces, protein bars. Plus think corn syrup, agave nectar, palm sugar or sucrose, … No matter what it’s called, sugar is sugar. […]