Watercress – Watercress may be low in calories, but don’t under-estimate this leafy green’s energy-giving power. Noted for being a great source of B vitamins (especially B6), these are the family of nutrients that help to efficiently run the cell’s metabolic “engines”, converting fat, protein and carbohydrate into energy. Watercress also provides a worthy dose [...]
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Spotlight on Barley
Barley is a great all-round wholegrain, and one the most nutritious grains available. It is wheat-free, but not gluten-free. It’s also one of the lowest GI carbohydrates around, providing B vitamins, both soluble and insoluble fibre, and lending worthy amounts of minerals. Barley also contains noticeable amounts of the well-documented antioxidant “phytochemicals” lutein and beta carotene, normally only [...]
Two major keys to successful fat loss
The key to losing excess body fat and maintaining a healthy weight (regardless of age, shape or activity level) is to significantly reduce sugar intake, and make sure blood sugar levels stay as steady as possible. This ensures that insulin (the main hormone involved in sugar metabolism) levels remain low, enhancing the body’s efficiency at [...]
About Lucy-Ann Prideaux MSc BSc RNutr
A registered Nutritionist, Lucy-Ann gained an MSc degree in Human Nutrition, from Aberdeen University in 1997, following a first class honours degree in Sport & Exercise Science. As a past competitive runner, triathlete and personal trainer, she has vast experience and knowledge of performance nutrition at elite and recreational level, as well as in-depth knowledge of general health nutrition.
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