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How Much Fruit Should We Really Be Eating?
Mar 09, 2016
2.6K Views
Confused about fructose? Is fructose in fruit bad? Find out how much you should eat, and in what form!
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Plant-based? What do you eat?
May 30, 2017
7.9K Views
Thinking about trying out a vegetarian or vegan diet but aren’t sure how you’ll manage on a daily basis, or when you’re traveling? Read on....
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Juicing vs. Blending: Which One Is Better?
Jul 01, 2021
165K Views
Juices and smoothies both play an important role in any wellness program. We know both are beneficial but in very different ways. Here's a comparison that explains the differences between juicing vs. blending.
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The Powerful Gut Health Benefits Of Resistant Starch
Oct 12, 2016
25K Views
Gut health has taken center stage in the arena of health. It seems everybody wants to know what we can do to improve our microbiome and digestive function. Discover a key piece to the puzzle of gut health… Resistant starch!
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10 Immune Boosting Flu Shot Alternatives
Oct 31, 2011
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Pharmacies all over are promoting walk-in flu shots for the "flu season"...but for those that don't want a chemical cocktail injected into their bodies what measures can we take to ensure we are not sidelined with nagging colds or a debilitating flu episode.
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Healthier Alternatives To Plastic Tupperware
Apr 05, 2016
27K Views
Say-no to plastic and hello to eco-friendly tupperware with this round-up of our favorite alternatives to keep your health and the environment as healthy as possible!
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4 Reasons You May Have Vitamin Deficiencies
Aug 05, 2015
872 Views
Discover 4 of the key reasons why you may have a vitamin deficiency, the effects on your health, and what to do to prevent being deficient in the most common culprits!
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5 Ways To Naturally Balance Your Hormones
Apr 30, 2016
3.3K Views
Do you struggle with PMS, bloating, irritability, mood swings, anxiety, acne, sugar cravings, insomnia? We are socialized to believe that these symptoms are an inevitable part of fluctuating cyclical hormones, but they are signs that your hormones are not optimally balanced.
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A Simple Guide To Digestive Wellness
Dec 11, 2016
12K Views
Do you suffer from digestive upset? Here are some tips to help ease the discomfort.
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Does Your Gut Microbiome Play a Role in Your Metabolism?
Feb 04, 2021
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Years on and gut health is still one of the most talked-about topics in nutrition. Microbiome and metabolism is a complex relationship, so I’ve taken this opportunity to dive further into peer-reviewed research to find out exactly what drives this theory, what it means for us as individuals, and for …
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How Constipation Can Make You Fat
Jun 03, 2016
47K Views
Did you know that sluggish bowel movements can get in the way of losing weight? Read on to find out more.
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Back to Basics & Living Simply with Our Friends from Brightside Farm
May 20, 2020
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We first met Bec Elyse when she sent us some of her mouthwatering recipes for Chocolate Avocado Mousse and Raspberry Chia Jelly Slice, but after a few emails back and forth we got to know more and more about her lovely farm life here on the Sunshine Coast...
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Day on a Plate of the Food Matters Holistic Nutritionist
Apr 01, 2025
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Our holistic nutritionist shares her daily food intake, emphasizing whole, unprocessed foods, protein-rich meals, and mindful snacking for balanced energy and overall well-being.
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6 Unusual Ways to Heal The Gut
Aug 28, 2018
4.7K Views
As most of our Food Matters friends would know, we’re huge advocates for a healthy gut and the prosperous health benefits it brings – but what you might not know are the ways in which you can heal your gut naturally. In this article, we will navigate our way through …
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7 Health Benefits of Garlic
Feb 01, 2020
2.8K Views
Garlic. A fragrant kitchen staple that punches well above its weight, but has developed a bad reputation for bad breath. Aside from warding off vampires and making a beautiful pasta sauce, garlic also houses a powerful compound - allicin. It’s mouthwatering, it’s satiating, and there’s an evergrowing list of health …