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Winter is here – 9 Ways to beat the Winter Blues…
Is everyone around you sniffing, sneezing and coughing? Try our tips below to take charge of your health this winter and beat the Flu.1. Eat sufficient protein. A diet too low in protein can deplete your immune system. 2. Ensure you are getting your daily dose of immune-boosting nutrients. Vitamin C Vitamin D Selenium Iodine Zinc 3. Load up on natural immune boosters Kan Jang. Echinacea Eucalyptus Ginger Garlic 4. Get plenty of sleep. To stimulate the immune system you need to get between 7 – 8 hours of sleep.5. Avoid Sugar rich foods and drinks. Sugar weakens the immune system...
Reboot your Body
Here are a few easy tips to re-boot your body after the celebrations are over: Lemon water -You might be tired (or even a little hungover) but your morning latte is not the answer. When you wake, don’t reach for coffee, instead have warm water with lemon. The lemon kick starts digestion (and your metabolism) and helps flush the liver. Drink 6 – 8 glasses of water throughout the day to help flush the toxins. You could try adding lemon, cucumber or mint to a jug of water. Enjoy a dry body brush – not only does it help exfoliate...
Dischem Healthy Living Promotion
Dischem’s annual HEALTHY LIVING PROMOTION is from 15th September – 12 October. Ultima are doing some amazing specials on the 600 grams Ultima 1 Shakes in all 3 flavours (Chocolate, Strawberry and Vanilla) and the popular Brain Fuel.
Nutrients for Survival
‘Nutrition’ refers to the complete set of processes by which our bodies take in and make use of the foods we need to survive, grow and develop. ‘Nutrition’ also refers to the study of the substances that an organism needs to survive. These substances are called nutrients and without them we will die. Some organisms, such as plants, need no more than sunshine, water and a few simple chemicals in order to survive and thrive. Such organisms are known as Autotrophs, or Self-Nourishers. These Self-Nourishers are able to build all the nutrients they need, as well as capture energy in...
What Can I Eat For 110 Calories?
One of the best things about the Ultima 1 Nutritional Weight Loss Shake is that you can have a full serving of this great tasting shake, with the full spectrum of vitamins, minerals and proteins, and only consume 110 calories. To illustrate this, here is a list of 25 other things you can eat for around 110 calories. 11 almonds 1/2 cup of All Bran Flakes with 1/2 cup of fat free milk and 1 teaspoon of sugar 4 dried apricots 1/2 small avocado 1 slice of fried bacon 1 large banana 1 Castle Lite 1 slice of bread with...
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