Eat, Move and Think Your Way to a Balanced Life
Superfoods have become “trendy” in the health world. Some people swear by them, others are reluctant to believe in their “super powers”. We tend to use superfoods a lot in the Fitnut Kitchen, and recent inspiration by David Wolfe has opened our eyes to more superfoods and their many benefits. […]
With the increase in the rates of obesity worldwide and in the UAE; it is easy to overlook the dangerous threat of eating disorders that are also on the rise here especially among teenagers. Rarely talked about, eating disorders are one of the unspoken secrets that affect many families in […]
Pregnant and fit? Definitely easier said and imagined than done! When I first found out I was pregnant, I was so excited to embark on a new journey, including a new health & fitness regime well-suited for pregnancy. Of course I immediately started researching the right/good/recommended foods to eat and […]
In a perfect world, we’d buy fresh and prepare everything ourselves everyday. However, with the fast-paced and busy lives many of us lead, it is sometimes easier to just grab packaged foods and go. Choosing the right packaged products isn’t however obvious, which is why it is important to know […]
I’ve been flirting with the idea of a juice cleanse for a while now but I always seem to convince myself against it. I love juices and smoothies and usually start my day off with one or the other but the idea of having JUST liquids all day for a […]
Feeling out of whack and complaining of digestive issues, Tracy introduced me a few months back to Probiotics. Ever since, articles and social media posts on the many benefits of probiotics have been everywhere! So what are probiotics? How are they beneficial? How can we incorporate them in our diets? […]
Have you ever been amazed by the fact that the apples your bought from the supermarket 3 weeks ago still look fresh? Have you wondered why all the strawberries in the pack are so red, succulently perfect, and almost identical to their siblings? Thought about why a chicken drumstick is […]
We all get cravings! In fact, when we don’t eat balanced, our body doesn’t get all the nutrients it needs so it starts to crave foods that will satisfy that deficiency, even temporarily. Below are some common examples. Chocolate If you crave chocolate, it usually means that your body is […]
Why not try to change your morning routine and try replacing your daily coffee with a warm lemon, ginger and cayenne water: Ingredients: 1 cup water 1-inch fresh ginger root, thinly sliced 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice Dash of cayenne pepper Before you completely dismiss the idea, read below: Lemon […]
We’ve all heard about proteins and their benefits to shed weight and, build and repair lean muscles. But what are proteins? How do they support a healthy and active lifestyle? How much protein should you have? Proteins are essential for growth, brain development, healthy bones and the production of “happy” […]