Insulin Sensitivity and The Sleep-Wake Cycle

Insulin Sensitivity and The Sleep-Wake Cycle

When we disrupt our sleep-wake cycle, we also impair beta cell function and insulin sensitivity; this essentially means that our body's ability to regulate blood sugar levels becomes compromised
Caffeine Needs Rules

Caffeine Needs Rules

Remember that your ‘need’ for caffeine, a stimulant, is mainly driven by your ‘need’ for sleep.

Also, your ‘need’ to use a depressant such as alcohol before bed is often driven by the overuse of the aforementioned stimulant.

What We Eat and The Sleep-Wake Cycle

What We Eat and The Sleep-Wake Cycle

Leptin and ghrelin play a crucial role in regulating our appetite and food intake and when these hormones become desynchronised, it can significantly impact our food choices and eating habits.
Pan cooked eggs and vegetables

Pan cooked eggs and vegetables

One for all the whole family to get stuck into. Packed with vibrant veggies and takes less than 30 minutes to make. 
Chocolate Peanut Butter Pudding

Chocolate Peanut Butter Pudding

This deliciously decadent dish tastes super indulgent but coming in at only 200 calories and a huge 29g of protein, you are going to want to make room for this! Or pop it in your fridge for the perfect high protein grab and go breakfast.
Hazelnut Shiitake Toast

Hazelnut Shiitake Toast

This fuss-free veggie breakfast is so simple to make yet tastes unbelievable. We love the softness of the mushrooms combined with the crunch of the hazelnuts. 
Vietnamese Salad

Vietnamese Salad

Don't overcomplicate things. Sometimes a simple summer salad is all you need.
Mango Passion Smoothie

Mango Passion Smoothie

Five minutes to prepare and perfect to cool off on those hot summer's days.
Organic Food – Is it Worth Your Money?

Organic Food – Is it Worth Your Money?

Organic food is all the rage, but is the organic craze worth your investment? Find out all about it and that much more in this article.
Mexican Breakfast Burritos

Mexican Breakfast Burritos

Get stuck into these delicious and hearty vegetarian burritos, perfect for a weekend breakfast or working from home lunch.
The Science Behind Caffeine

The Science Behind Caffeine

We all know that coffee wakes us up, but how does it work and how does it impact our health and body functions – find out here!
Beef and Leek Lasagne

Beef and Leek Lasagne

Switch up your midweek cooking with this delicious beef and leek lasagne. This comforting yet light family feast is perfect served with a fresh salad