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Nutrition Basics

The Protein Problem – If You are Vegetarian

May 15, 2026
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Protein Basics Protein is one of the 3 macro-nutrients – carbohydrates and fats being the other two. You get 4 calories for very gram of protein you consume. Protein is used to build muscle, new tissue, skin, produce hormones among many other vital functions. Amino acids are what we refer to protein at the molecular […]

Nutrition Basics

Why Is Fruit Healthy but Juice Junk?

May 13, 2026
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Eat as Nature Intended Fruits and vegetables are a must in anyone’s diet. There are 3 things that fruit and vegetables provide in your diet – vitamins, minerals and fiber. Vitamins and minerals are also referred to as ‘micro-nutrients’. Fiber is essential for improving your gut health. As you get older, you need more fiber […]

Nutrition Basics

How do Carbohydrates Make You Fat?

May 12, 2026
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Introduction Let’s quickly understand what carbohydrates are. There are 3 macro nutrients in food – carbohydrates, proteins and fats. The fundamental source of energy for the human body will always be carbohydrates and the human brain consumes nearly 30% of all the carbohydrates you eat for its daily function. 1 gram of any carbohydrate gives […]