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Your liver is crucial in fat loss and energy.. so much so that if your liver is sick or unhealthy you will likely be unable to shift fat. 

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Collagen is a bit of a fashionable buzz word right now but does it live up to all the hype?

If you source a quality collagen and make it a consistent part of your routine, then it will live it to the promises. 

I know you have probably hear lots about it but with a long list of supplements you are taking. Maybe you  you feel you don’t the room to take more. I hear you… but if anti-aging is on your wish list or if you are a teensy bit vain like me then give it a go.

Collagen is an abundant protein in our body, but as we age levels begin depleting.  And whilst there are lots of lifestyle factors (smoking, sun damage and sugar cause collagen fibres to actually unravel and get tangled, leading to loss of elasticity)  we can do to slow down the body’s loss of collagen, supplementing is a big one. 

By ensuring there is more collagen available to repair and heal as we age slowing down the signs of ageing such as gastrointestinal issues, flat or thinning hair, join pain and of wrinkles, 

We have teamed up with Australian Based family owned supplement provider Vytal 360 to offer discount of 30% on all orders. Simply use the code SIIHA2023 to grab the offer.

So what benefits can you expect from collagen.... well apart from feeling and looking younger... are are some other benefits of collagen that might just tickle your fancy!

1.Promotes healthy skin

Collagen is an essential component of skin tissue, and as we age, our bodies produce less of it. This can lead to sagging, wrinkled skin. However, supplementing with collagen can help improve skin elasticity and reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.

2. Reduces joint pain: 

As we age, joint pain and stiffness can become more common. Collagen is an important component of cartilage, which is the connective tissue that cushions joints. Studies have shown that collagen supplements can help reduce joint pain and improve mobility in women over 40.

3. Boosts bone health: 

Collagen is also a crucial component of bones, and as we age, our bones can become weaker and more brittle. Supplementing with collagen has been shown to improve bone density and reduce the risk of fractures in postmenopausal women.

4. Supports gut health:

 

Collagen can help support gut health by promoting the growth of beneficial gut bacteria. This can improve digestion and reduce inflammation in the gut, which can lead to improved overall health.

5. Promotes hair and nail health: 

Collagen is an essential nutrient for hair and nail growth. Supplementing with collagen has been shown to improve hair thickness, reduce hair loss, and strengthen nails in women over 40.

6. Supports muscle mass: 

Collagen is a crucial component of muscle tissue, and as we age, our bodies can lose muscle mass. Supplementing with collagen can help improve muscle strength and prevent age-related muscle loss.

7. Improves overall health: 

Collagen is essential for many functions in the body, and supplementing with collagen can have a positive impact on overall health. Studies have shown that collagen supplements can help improve heart health, reduce inflammation, and support healthy aging in women over 40.

Collagen is a vital and by doing your bit for your body and ensuring it is readily available you will be supporting the body in healing and repair from gut heath to reducing wrinkles. 

With its many benefits, collagen is an essential nutrient that should be included in any woman's daily supplement routine. One of the most effective ways to take collagen is in your daily protein smoothie or in your coffee. For most of us (particularly if you are on The Body Reset program, having a smoothie is a non negotiable and if you leave the collagen out or pre mix it with the protein powder you cannot not take it without feeling guilty lol!

As with everything we suggest here we strongly encourage you to document your lifestyle and nutrition to get a birds eye view of your body's reaction to food.

Food is medicine, but it can also be poison.. 

One women or man's meal is another's poison so be aware of who and what your body is communicating with you when it comes to food.  A lifestyle journal is one of the most powerful and underrated tools in health and nutrition and best of all it is totally FREE.

[FREE] Lifestyle Journal 

 

Let me know how you go 

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MSG, or monosodium glutamate, is a flavour enhancer commonly used in many types of processed foods. While it's often associated with Chinese cuisine, it can be found in a wide variety of foods from gravies to soup mixes to custards and packaged meals and you wouldn’t even know it.

And whilst MSG is deemed 'safe 'by most food authorities, I strongly remind you to do your own personal research and listen to how your mind and body feel the next time you eat MSG containing foods. Remember what is SAFE for one person is not SAFE for another, we all have our own sensitives, you just need to pay attention and your body will let you know.

Here are some of the common symptoms to look out for 

1. Headaches
2. Fatigue
3. Chest pain
4. Feeling flushed
5. Excessive and unpredictable sweating 
6. Tightness of skin or pressure
7. Lack of feeling (numbness), tingling or burning in the face, neck and other areas.
8. Heart Palpitations 
9. Fatigue
10. Feeling sick (nausea)

Here are nine surprising foods that contain MSG:

1. Canned Soups

Many canned soups, especially those labeled as "low-fat" or "reduced sodium," contain MSG to enhance their flavour (oh the things the food giants will do to get our hard earned dollars)

2. Chips and Snacks

Many types of chips and other snacks, including flavoured popcorn and snack mixes, contain MSG to enhance their taste. 

3. Salad Dressings

Some types of salad dressings, including those labeled as "light" or "fat-free," contain MSG to improve their flavour.

4. Frozen Dinners 

Many frozen dinners, including those labeled as "healthy" or "organic," or “low fat” or “low salt” contain MSG to enhance their taste and texture. 

5. Seasoning Mixes

 Many seasoning mixes, including those used for tacos, chilli, and other dishes, contain MSG to improve their flavour.

6. Processed Meats

 Processed meats such as hot dogs, sausages, and deli meats often contain MSG to enhance their flavour and extend their shelf life aka ‘freshness'.

8. Canned Vegetables

 Many canned vegetables, especially those that are pre-seasoned, contain MSG to improve their flavour.

9. Gravy and Sauces

Many types of gravy and sauces, including those used for pasta and meat dishes, contain MSG to enhance their flavour.

It's important to note that whilst MSG is 'considered' safe by many health authorities I strongly encourage you to use your own body and mind (and gut feeling) to make your own conclusion. As always if you suspect you do have some kind of sensitivity to it, use our free journal to document it so you can come to your own conclusions or book a one off appointment with us to help make sense of what is going on. 

Your body and mind is individual. Respect it as such. The foods that work for someone else very well may not work for you and vice versa. 

Getting comfortable with food labels and ingredients is a skill that is easy to master and and invaluable habit not to mention hugely empowering if you have kids. Next time you go to the supermarket get the kids involved by helping them educate themselves and you into what is in our food. 

Of course in an ideal world always go for simple foods that haven't had little processing, but always look at the ingredients so you know exactly what you are eating, it is your birth right. 

If you are sensitive to MSG or have concerns about its safety grab your free health journal here and start doing your own personalised research. It does not take long and the insights a food diary gives you is eyeopening....if not a bit scary

The good news is things are changing. 

As the average consumer is growing wiser and more savvy, not to mention has access to lots of independent health practitioners, food manufacturers are taking note and updating their recipes to be more health (and consumer) friendly. 

Let me know how you go

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Eating a sweet breakfast might sound what dreams are made of, but not if you are looking to lose fat, reduce the risk of disease, live a long life and reduce the risk of diabetes oh and increase productivity and focus, then you might want to consider a sweet breakfast. 

When I talk about a sweet breakfast I am thinking of high GI, high carbohydrate choices. Examples include toast and sweet jam, croissants and jam, banana bread, and honey on toast.

Eating sugary breakfasts like these cause your body to actually store fat rather than burn it. 

The reason it does this is to help balance the sugar in your blood, and for good reason. If you have very high blood sugar you are susceptible to a multitude of very undesirable health concerns including

1. Blurred vision

2. Headaches

3. Erectile dysfunction

4. Numbness and cold sensitivity in feet due to nerve damage 

5. Damage to the vessels of your eyes, causing vision damage

6. Delay in healing

7. Blurred

8. Skin infections

9. Extreme hunger

10. Frequent peeing

11. Damage to your kidneys and blood vessels

12. Stomach and intestinal problems such as chronic constipation or diarrhea

13. Genital infections

For this reason, when you load your body with a high concentration of sugar, ie a sweet breakfast, your body begins to work to reduce the sugar in your blood and store it to prevent these symptoms. 

The body stores this sugar as fat as a measure to save you from suffering adverse and sometimes devastating symptoms. Your body is simply trying to take care of you and keep you as safe as possible. 

What's more, this response of fat storage is not limited to eating only a sweet breakfast. Eating a breakfast high in refined and overly processed carbohydrates such as white bread, croissants, and refined cereals such as cornflakes, have the same effect as those simple carbohydrates are broken down into simple sugars, causing a sugar high. 

The speed at which a food is processed and distributed into the blood is referred to as the Glycemic Index or GI. 

Foods with a high GI cause a surge in blood sugar levels, causing the body to store this almost immediately into fat.

Foods of a low GI value however have a much more balanced and gradual effect on the body. As the sugars of the food are released gradually there is no need for the body to spring into action and balance them as they are already pretty balanced. The body is able to use these sugars on expending energy and is less likely to store them, resulting in little to no fat stores accumulating. 

Isn't the body clever?

So what to do and what to eat at breakfast time. 

The number one tip I give to my clients is to PLAN their breakfast. Don't get intimidated by the word "plan", it just means pre-think it so when you come downstairs in a hurry to get to work you know what you are eating and don't even consider a convenient grab-and-go sweet breakfast.

Some really easy suggestions are 

Dense Wholewheat bread with almond butter (make sure the butter just contains almonds, not extra sugar or oil as that will defeat the purpose. 

Hardboiled eggs. There is nothing easier than keeping hard-boiled eggs in the fridge so you can grab and go. 

These are my fastest food option and they help me thrive. Cook up a batch and keep it in the fridge for unto 3 days. I suggest not peeling them till you need them to avoid smelling out the fridge.

Protein Isolate smoothie

I generally have 2 breakfasts every day to keep my metabolism revved up, one being protein isolate. However, if you are unable to do 2 breakfasts (this is principally for weight loss), then whizz up a smoothie using some protein isolate. 

Smoothies can be a savior. You really can put anything in them. Frozen berries, soy milk, oat milk, cows milk, Supergreen powders, collagen...

Experiment with them, but as I said before having a plan.

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Happy July!

2023 has been one crazy year and we are still only half way through.

Our lives, routines, behaviours and patterns really have been transformed beyond recognition.

Whilst that doesn't seem great at first, it can be uplifting when you look at it through the lens of opportunity.

What would happen if  you looked at the disorder and lack of habit and routine over the last few months slightly different. What if you saw this re-emersion into life as a great opportunity to do a bit of a habit audit before you swing into your life again?

Rather than slipping back into Pre cover habits of 3 months ago have you considered if you actually want these habits back? Were they actually helping you get to where you want to go or where they perhaps holding you back? 

By being intentional and going back into life on purpose you have the power to let back into your life what you actually want. If skipping lunch everyday was causing you gain belly fat, dont do it, if browsing social media every morning was making you compare yourself to others, get rid of it. 

You have more power over your habits than you think, its as simple as knowing what you want + knowing how to get it.

Simply write down the habits you have and decide which ones are actually worth getting back or keeping.

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