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You’ve probably heard about mitochondria at some point, but do you know how important they are?
These tiny powerhouses in your cells are responsible for producing energy—literally keeping you going. The healthy functioning of mitochondria is vital for overall metabolic health.
Each...
Insulin Resistance is on the rise and is one of the leading causes of chronic disease as we age.
And most people have never heard of it!
Insulin is a hormone made by our pancreas and it has several jobs. Its main job is to help move glucose from our blood into our cells where the mighty...
Happy Friday! As we wrap up another week, let's focus on a crucial aspect of our health journey: protein intake. Today, we're diving into five compelling reasons why ensuring adequate protein in your diet is essential for your overall well-being and metabolic health.
Protein is King or as...
Muscle is our metabolic organ and helps prevent insulin resistance. As we age, we naturally lose muscle mass in a process called sarcopenia. Unless we take active steps to counter this, we become frail, lose function and increase falls.
Not a recipe for a long happy life.
5 Exercises...
Journaling is an incredibly powerful tool for understanding yourself and making real, lasting changes in your life. When we get stuck in our thoughts, our brains tend to spin the same worries and problems over and over. Writing things down helps you slow down, gain clarity, and see things from a...
Christmas doesn't have to mean missing out. There are low carb options for nearly every festive food available.
These spicy, crisp cookies bring the warm flavours of Christmas to your low carb table without compromising on taste or health goals.
These are great to make with kids who love...
Habits occur when we repeat a behaviour so often that it gets moved from our conscious brain into our subconscious brain.
The magic occurs when these habits are helpful to our long term health and well being . a classic example is brushing our teeth or putting on a seat belt. The wonderful thing...
Today we are diving into mindset tips to stay on track with a healthy real food lifestyle.
Maintaining good nutrition requires more than just willpower; it involves cultivating the right mindset and using effective strategies to stay consistent.
Here are five mindset tips that can help you stay...
Fast Food Doesn't Mean Fake Food
A 20-Minute Mexican Marvel
In a world where drive-throughs beckon and takeaway apps tempt, it's refreshing to know that real, wholesome food can be just as quick. This Mexican mince recipe proves that fast food can be nutritious, delicious, and ready in less...
When special occasions like birthdays or Christmas roll around, finding a dessert that's both indulgent and health-conscious doesn’t have to be challenging.
Our Low Carb Raspberry and White Chocolate Cheesecake offers a delicious solution, allowing you to enjoy a celebratory treat without...
Iron Deficiency
It’s important to look at both the macro and micronutrients of the food we eat.
Iron deficiency is one of the most common nutritional deficiencies worldwide, and women are disproportionately affected due to factors such as menstruation and pregnancy.
Causes of Iron...
Food Is Medicine
At Real Life Medicine, we firmly believe that real food is medicine. You can vastly improve your health by changing what you eat.
The best thing you can do for your health is to decrease your intake of ultra-processed food and increase your intake of real food, with a focus on...
