Supercharge Your Plate: Top Nutrient-Rich Foods You Need Now
"Nutrient-rich foods not only offer vital nutrition, but they can also play a vital role in supporting overall health, immunity boosting,...
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John KIRAGU
- Jul 13
Nutrition for a healthy back: Foods and nutrients that support spinal health
"The spine is made up of living tissues that require an assortment of minerals, vitamins, and other vital nutrients to reduce the risks...
John KIRAGU
- Jun 23
Eating well on a busy schedule: Strategies for meal prep and on-the-go options
"Eating a well-rounded meal on your busy day will not only foster your long-term health but also help fuel your body and keep you healthy...
John KIRAGU
- Jun 8
Protein on a budget: Affordable ways to boost your protein intake at home
"Incorporating cheap plant-based proteins in a budget is one of the best ways to boost protein intake due to their affordability and...
John KIRAGU
- May 12
The link between vitamin D and immune function: How cod liver oil can help
"Vitamin D can regulate adaptive and innate immune responses by increasing the production of antimicrobial peptides and killing bacteria"...
John KIRAGU
- May 5
Breakfast is the most important meal of the day: Scientific fact or myth?
"Breakfast is considered the most important meal of the day as it replenishes the supply of glucose in your body to boost your alertness...
Brian NGARUIYA
- Apr 28
How nutrition and fitness go hand-in-hand: Fuel your body properly for your workouts
"Maintaining a fit and healthy body takes more than regular physical activity; it also requires adequate nutrition that fuels physical...
John KIRAGU
- Apr 14
Understanding and managing food allergies and intolerance
"Food intolerance is not the same as food allergy, as it affects the digestive system and causes chemical reactions within a few hours...
John KIRAGU
- Apr 5
Effects of sugar on the body and strategies for reducing sugar intake
"Consuming high-sugar diets contributes to leptin resistance, which increases the desire to take highly palatable foods." - John K. Photo...
John KIRAGU
- Mar 29
What you need to know about supplements before taking them
"Nutritional supplements are not medical products; therefore, they cannot exert metabolic, pharmacological, or immunological action." -...
John KIRAGU
- Mar 23
Foods that boost your stamina and keep you going all day
"Proteins, fiber, vitamins, and complex carbohydrates are vital nutrients that facilitate an active and energized body." - John K. Photo...
John KIRAGU
- Mar 17
Understanding the effects of caffeine and alcohol: how to consume them in moderation
"Caffeine masks the effects of alcohol and makes you feel more capable or alert." - John K. Photo by Charlotte May on Pexels Caffeine is...
John KIRAGU
- Mar 9
How to manage your weight through nutrition
"Long-term weight management can be achieved by cutting carbs, consuming more protein, … and prudent stress management practices." - John...
John KIRAGU
- Mar 2
Why is protein necessary for building muscles?
"Protein is a vital macronutrient for repairing and building muscles because it contains essential amino acids, which are not produced by...
John KIRAGU
- Dec 15, 2022
Tips: How to avoid weight gain during the festive season
"Intake of calorie-rich foods, sedentary habits, and overeating are the main contributors to weight gain during the festive season."...
John KIRAGU
- Dec 1, 2022
Plant-based meat alternatives are no match for unprocessed plant foods
"While plant-based meat alternatives give numerous benefits, highly processed products such as beyond meat may contain more sodium and...
John KIRAGU
- Nov 10, 2022
7 daily habits proven to slow down aging
"Ever thought of changing your genetic makeup, buy an elixir of life, find a miraculous cure, or turn back time? Your habits can put the...
John KIRAGU
- Nov 4, 2022
What is the role of nutrition in healthy aging?
"Micro- and macronutrients of nutrition contribute to a healthy physiological status. Valuable nutrients and minerals, such as iron,...
John KIRAGU
- Sep 19, 2022
10 health benefits of garlic
"Garlic is a potent ingredient with numerous health benefits including increased blood flow, lowers cholesterol, fights inflammation,...
John KIRAGU
- Aug 17, 2022
Do vegans need to take supplements?
Supplementation is an important part of a healthy plant-based diet to ensure that you get all the essential nutrients that your body...
John KIRAGU
- Aug 13, 2022
Natural sources of antioxidants with anti-aging effects
Antioxidants are molecules that neutralize free radicals by accepting electrons to eliminate the unpaired condition in your body. They...
Benson KIHIU
- Aug 12, 2022
What are probiotics? Benefits and side effects
Most people associate bacteria and other microorganisms (microbes) with negative outcomes especially related to health despite their...
John KIRAGU
- Aug 10, 2022
Health benefits of yogurt: protein and probiotics
Yogurt is a popular dairy product produced by the bacterial fermentation of milk. Regular intake of yogurt helps to minimize...
John KIRAGU
- Aug 1, 2022
Probiotics: Nourishment for the gut
Your gut is the foundation of everything aiding in food digestion, absorption of nutrients, and using it to maintain and fuel the body....
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