• Metabolism 🤗 - is NOT only important to help you stay lean🏃‍♀️. It is vital for brain function and immunity 💪 . It helps your body burn calories AND use energy. Even the slightest imbalance can lead to hormonal fluctuations, thyroid problems, and inflammation…😳 . The good news is you have some control (it’s not solely your genes) 🤔. SO other than exercising (less body fat = higher metabolic rate) and limiting stress (stress = lower metabolic rate). What are ways to help give your metabolism a boost? . 1.PROTEIN-If you don’t like meat (or just don’t eat it), try to add protein to every meal in other ways; eggs 🥚 (5-7 grams), avocado, legumes, nuts/seeds, asparagus, spinach, and 🥦! 2.SEAWEED– a great source of iodine, a mineral required for the proper functioning of your thyroid, (which is crucial for a healthy metabolism rate). 3.GINGER & CHILIES - over 20 research studies have proven that capsaicin (found in peppers) can speed up metabolism, help burn fat, and burn 50 extra calories per day (doesn’t sound like a lot until you compare it to minutes on treadmill I burn that) 🏃‍♀️! . Slow Metabolism = less efficient at breaking down food and using dietary nutrients. VS. Fast Metabolism = optimal nutrient absorption, easier to stay lean and retain energy to function efficiently. . . AND if you want to find out more, check out the article on our newly launched blog ! LINK IN BIO 🙋‍♀️👏🙌 . . . . . . . #healthyeating #nutritionaaltherapy #healthandwellness #naturalhealth #foodasmedecine #nutritionist #healthyliving #prevention #foodfacts #alternativeremedicine #metabolism #diet #holistichealth #getgritty #gritwell
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    Metabolism 🤗 - is NOT only important to help you stay lean🏃‍♀️. It is vital for brain function and immunity 💪 . It helps your body burn calories AND use energy. Even the slightest imbalance can lead to hormonal fluctuations, thyroid problems, and inflammation…😳 . The good news is you have some control (it’s not solely your genes) 🤔. SO other than exercising (less body fat = higher metabolic rate) and limiting stress (stress = lower metabolic rate). What are ways to help give your metabolism a boost? . 1.PROTEIN-If you don’t like meat (or just don’t eat it), try to add protein to every meal in other ways; eggs 🥚 (5-7 grams), avocado, legumes, nuts/seeds, asparagus, spinach, and 🥦! 2.SEAWEED– a great source of iodine, a mineral required for the proper functioning of your thyroid, (which is crucial for a healthy metabolism rate). 3.GINGER & CHILIES - over 20 research studies have proven that capsaicin (found in peppers) can speed up metabolism, help burn fat, and burn 50 extra calories per day (doesn’t sound like a lot until you compare it to minutes on treadmill I burn that) 🏃‍♀️! . Slow Metabolism = less efficient at breaking down food and using dietary nutrients. VS. Fast Metabolism = optimal nutrient absorption, easier to stay lean and retain energy to function efficiently. . . AND if you want to find out more, check out the article on our newly launched blog ! LINK IN BIO 🙋‍♀️👏🙌 . . . . . . . #healthyeating #nutritionaaltherapy #healthandwellness #naturalhealth #foodasmedecine #nutritionist #healthyliving #prevention #foodfacts #alternativeremedicine #metabolism #diet #holistichealth #getgritty #gritwell
  • Iced Coffee = less acidic —> healthier for your teeth and stomach! 😁 ☕ . What does coffee really do? Caffeine prevents the neurotransmitter adenosine from telling your body that you are tired. However, caffeine affects everyone differently (depending on age, diet, BMI, stress, etc.). The amount of caffeine that is safe for consumption is actually written in our DNA... . . I am going to give up coffee this month. Is that really necessary? 🤔 . In a BAD mood 😒? - caffeine stimulates the nervous system and boosts production of neurotransmitters like serotonin, dopamine and noradrenaline, which make you happy 🤗 . Improve BRAIN function 🧠? - stimulates activity in the area of the brain effected by neurodegenerative diseases; proven to help prevent against Alzheimers, Dementia and Parkinsons. . Prevention 🧐? - helps reduce the kind of liver damage that is associated with overindulging in food and alcohol. . Drop a few LBS 👙? - studies show that caffeine increases the burning of fat by as much as 29% in lean people. Coffee contains magnesium and potassium, which helps the body use insulin, regulating blood sugar and reducing cravings 😧 . GYM boost 🙋‍♀? - caffeine increases adrenaline levels, BUT it also causes fat cells to break down body fat, releasing them for fuel 💪 . Are you STRESSED 😩? - DON’T drink coffee. Stress means your cortisol levels are already high and coffee only elevates these more --> leading to adrenal fatigue (tired all the time)! . . We won’t preach not to drink too much because we all know what happens then 😳 . . . . . . . #healthylifestyle #healthyfood #coffee #adrenalfatigue #healthandwellness #functionalmedicine #holistichealth #foodeducation #naturalremedies #nutritionfacts #prevention #alzheimers #dementia #nutrition #getgrittty #gritwell
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    Iced Coffee = less acidic —> healthier for your teeth and stomach! 😁 ☕ . What does coffee really do? Caffeine prevents the neurotransmitter adenosine from telling your body that you are tired. However, caffeine affects everyone differently (depending on age, diet, BMI, stress, etc.). The amount of caffeine that is safe for consumption is actually written in our DNA... . . I am going to give up coffee this month. Is that really necessary? 🤔 . In a BAD mood 😒? - caffeine stimulates the nervous system and boosts production of neurotransmitters like serotonin, dopamine and noradrenaline, which make you happy 🤗 . Improve BRAIN function 🧠? - stimulates activity in the area of the brain effected by neurodegenerative diseases; proven to help prevent against Alzheimers, Dementia and Parkinsons. . Prevention 🧐? - helps reduce the kind of liver damage that is associated with overindulging in food and alcohol. . Drop a few LBS 👙? - studies show that caffeine increases the burning of fat by as much as 29% in lean people. Coffee contains magnesium and potassium, which helps the body use insulin, regulating blood sugar and reducing cravings 😧 . GYM boost 🙋‍♀? - caffeine increases adrenaline levels, BUT it also causes fat cells to break down body fat, releasing them for fuel 💪 . Are you STRESSED 😩? - DON’T drink coffee. Stress means your cortisol levels are already high and coffee only elevates these more --> leading to adrenal fatigue (tired all the time)! . . We won’t preach not to drink too much because we all know what happens then 😳 . . . . . . . #healthylifestyle #healthyfood #coffee #adrenalfatigue #healthandwellness #functionalmedicine #holistichealth #foodeducation #naturalremedies #nutritionfacts #prevention #alzheimers #dementia #nutrition #getgrittty #gritwell
  • Ripe or Unripe 🍌 ? -Unripe = less sugar, higher probiotic content (improves digestion), more micronutrients (decreases when they ripen), and helps you absorb more nutrients. VS. -Ripe = easier to digest (less starch) and higher antioxidants levels.... . Both 👍, but when should you really eat bananas? . . Feeling down 😞? - high levels of tryptophan, which the body converts to serotonin (mood-elevating brain neurotransmitter). Also contains vitamin B6 which produces serotonin. Note* low levels of serotonin are linked to depression . . Need to relax? - the vitamin B6 content also improve sleep, + magnesium which relaxes the muscles. The potassium content improves healthy muscle function (mineral crucial for muscle contraction and nerve signal). Low potassium = muscle cramps. . . Going to workout? - eating half a banana every 15 minutes = effective as consuming energy drinks 😧 . . Hungry all the time? - contains two of the most important fibers (undigestible carbohydrates) which slows digestion --> prevents overeating 🤗 . . Digestive Issues? - aids digestion, helping prevent issues like bowel irregularity, constipation, diarrhea, and irritable bowel syndrome. . . This shit is bananas 😉 . . . . . . . #healthyfood #healthandwellness #healthylifestyle #nutritionfacts #diseaseprevention #naturalhealth #foodidmedicine #naturaltreatment #functionalmedicine #bananas #foodeducation #holistichealth #healthychoices #getgrittty #gritwell
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    Ripe or Unripe 🍌 ? -Unripe = less sugar, higher probiotic content (improves digestion), more micronutrients (decreases when they ripen), and helps you absorb more nutrients. VS. -Ripe = easier to digest (less starch) and higher antioxidants levels.... . Both 👍, but when should you really eat bananas? . . Feeling down 😞? - high levels of tryptophan, which the body converts to serotonin (mood-elevating brain neurotransmitter). Also contains vitamin B6 which produces serotonin. Note* low levels of serotonin are linked to depression . . Need to relax? - the vitamin B6 content also improve sleep, + magnesium which relaxes the muscles. The potassium content improves healthy muscle function (mineral crucial for muscle contraction and nerve signal). Low potassium = muscle cramps. . . Going to workout? - eating half a banana every 15 minutes = effective as consuming energy drinks 😧 . . Hungry all the time? - contains two of the most important fibers (undigestible carbohydrates) which slows digestion --> prevents overeating 🤗 . . Digestive Issues? - aids digestion, helping prevent issues like bowel irregularity, constipation, diarrhea, and irritable bowel syndrome. . . This shit is bananas 😉 . . . . . . . #healthyfood #healthandwellness #healthylifestyle #nutritionfacts #diseaseprevention #naturalhealth #foodidmedicine #naturaltreatment #functionalmedicine #bananas #foodeducation #holistichealth #healthychoices #getgrittty #gritwell
  • Kiwis 🥝 juicy, delicious & unique furry treats. . . 5 x the amount of vitamin C than an orange (100g of Kiwi = 150% of daily intake) boosting your immune system & the collagen production in skin . . Contains more fiber than most cereal...as well as clears out toxins from your intestinal tract👌 . . The most alkaline promoting food on the planet. What does that mean? Kiwis balance acid/alkaline in your body which increases deep sleep, abundance of physical energy, and reduces colds (note * processed foods = increased acidity 🤒) . . . Kiwis ALSO contain serotonin, which improves mood and quality of sleep 💤 . . . Lastly, it’s hard to find a fruit that is not on the glycemic index“, meaning does not raise blood sugar, aka no insulin rush ---> hence your body will not respond by storing fat 🙋‍♀️💪 . . . **Fun Fact**- named after the New Zealand Kiwi bird 🐦 , which is small brown and fuzzy! . . . . . . . #healthyfood #healthyhabits #kiwi #healhandwellness #prevention #nutritionfacts #healthylifestyle #functionalmedicine #holistichealth #integrativenutrition #getgrittty #gritwell
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    Kiwis 🥝 juicy, delicious & unique furry treats. . . 5 x the amount of vitamin C than an orange (100g of Kiwi = 150% of daily intake) boosting your immune system & the collagen production in skin . . Contains more fiber than most cereal...as well as clears out toxins from your intestinal tract👌 . . The most alkaline promoting food on the planet. What does that mean? Kiwis balance acid/alkaline in your body which increases deep sleep, abundance of physical energy, and reduces colds (note * processed foods = increased acidity 🤒) . . . Kiwis ALSO contain serotonin, which improves mood and quality of sleep 💤 . . . Lastly, it’s hard to find a fruit that is not on the glycemic index“, meaning does not raise blood sugar, aka no insulin rush ---> hence your body will not respond by storing fat 🙋‍♀️💪 . . . **Fun Fact**- named after the New Zealand Kiwi bird 🐦 , which is small brown and fuzzy! . . . . . . . #healthyfood #healthyhabits #kiwi #healhandwellness #prevention #nutritionfacts #healthylifestyle #functionalmedicine #holistichealth #integrativenutrition #getgrittty #gritwell