Archive for February, 2008

Why High Protein Diets Aren’t Bad For You

There has been much criticism over high protein diets, especially amongst traditional dietitians. The commonly held belief is that a high protein diet places excessive strain on the liver and kidneys and could lead to failure. High protein diets have also been linked to kidney stones and osteoporosis.
We also know that weightlifters and bodybuilders recommend […]

Acid Balance? What It Is and Why You Should Care

The whole concept of acid balance hasn’t received much attention from Nutritionalists and Dietitians and I think this is a huge oversight. What is it? Well, if you remember back to your high school science class, acids and bases (alkaline) were measured on the pH (Potential Hydrogen) scale. The scale ranges from 0-14, 0 being […]

Are Super Shakes the Perfect On-the-go Meal?

It would be wonderful if we could all eat 5-6 regular, well balanced and nutritious meals a day, but the reality is that life often gets in the way of this. Who has the time to cook 5-6 meals a day? Nothing beats a wholesome meal, but often we need on-the-go nutrition. The problem is […]