When it comes to weight loss, one of the most common goals is to shed belly fat. Whether it’s for health reasons or simply to feel better in your clothes, reducing belly fat can make a significant difference. But how can you target this stubborn area...
Lifestyle changes can help prevent the onset of type 2 diabetes, especially if you are overweight, have high cholesterol, or have a family history of diabetes which puts you at higher risk. If you have been diagnosed with prediabetes — high blood sugar that...
Our bodies produce an unstable by-product called free-radicals during normal cell function. The number of free-radicals are increased when we expose our cells to chemicals in food like hydrogenated oils and nitrates found in processed foods, as well as pollutants in...
miDIET drew inspiration from an article written by NICUS. The Nutrition Information Centre of the University of Stellenbosch (NICUS) was established to act as a reliable and independent source of nutrition information. Article: Smoking and Vitamin C: Clarifying the...
Pork Sausage & Beans This is a have to share recipe from Sarie Kos. It's an easy and quick winter warmer! Frying panKebab sticks 16 Pork sausages (small)1 Onion (chopped)2 Garlic cloves (crushed)2 Butterbean (tins, drained)500 ml Cream (fresh)1 handful...
Source: Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Scientists discovered years ago that newborns are protected against the sudden exposure of pathogens due to immune components transferred from their mothers while in the womb. They eventually develop their own immune...
Immune support, especially vitamin C, is historically based on supplementation in scurvy in early times. It has since been established that the immune system is a complex, integrated system that needs multiple specific micronutrients, including vitamins A, D, C, E,...
Uncontrolled blood sugar levels can have severe and dangerous consequences. Type II Diabetes and Insulin resistance can be one of the health conditions caused by uncontrolled blood sugar levels. There are a few signs and symptoms to look out for to guide you towards...
Did you know that your genes play a role in determining if exercise can help you loose weight? It also guides you to adapt the type and intensity of the exercise you’ll need to burn fats. At miDIET we test your genetics to guide you to plan what type and...
Broccoli salad Having broccoli as part of a healthy diet will improve your body's detox system. Unfortunately it needs to be eaten raw, and might not be to everyone's taste. Why not try this easy and quick salad to incorporate raw broccoli into your diet....
After being asked by so many clients about immune boosting supplements I came to realise how easy is for some to it just add a pill to their morning routine and off they go hoping it works. Most don’t even worry about it again and some don’t even continue for more...
The past decade has brought with it a rapid increase in the incidence of cardio-metabolic diseases. These include high cholesterol, high blood pressure, diabetes, over weight and fatty liver disease. Most of these have inflammation, GUT and cell disfunction as...
Roasted chickpea with root vegies 1 tin chickpeas2 med beetroot (diced into 1 cm blocks)1 cup butternut (diced into 1cm blocks)1 circle feta cheese (diced into 1cm blocks)1 tbsp olive oil1 tsp paprikacoriander (fresh) Switch on the oven to 180 degrees.Put the diced...
Sulforaphane is a sulfur-rich compound found in vegetables like broccoli, bok choy, kale and cabbage. They form part of the cruciferous vegetable family and provide powerful health benefits. They play an important role in detoxification, gives...
Detoxification is the ability of the body to safely process and excrete toxins. Because this is one of the most important systems in the body that directly affects health and wellness, it needs constant support. Throughout the day we are exposed to environmental...
Genetic testing is the future of medicine…The gene panels tested at miDIET are specific genes that are called low penetrate genes. The penetrant of a gene, refers to the proportion of individuals with this specific genetic alternation that will develop the...
Each cell has a nucleus that holds the key to how the body functions. This key is called chromosomes. Half of these you’ve inherited from your mother, and the other half from your father. The chromosomes holds the string of DNA curled up within. This string of DNA...
A drop in temperatures outside might mean its time to replace swimsuits with sweatshirts, but it also means it’s flu season. The flu is a viral infection that mainly affects your nose, lungs and throat, but in some cases, it can lead to poor appetite and even diarrhea...
Fish and chips A traditional meal made easy. Air fryer Chips2 med potatoes1 tsp oil, olive or avocadoGrilled fish2 hake filets 4 tbsp fourfish spice to taste20 ml oil, olive or avocado1 med lemonVegetable greens12 med green beans4 med courgette1 tsp oil olive or...
Garlic Chicken Stir-fry 6 cloves garlic, crushed2 large chicken breast, strips1 med onion, red, sliced1 med pepper, green1 med pepper, red8 stems corn, baby1 cup mangetout 1 med lemon Heat olive oil in a frying pan. Add onions and garlic and fry until slightly...
Asparagus Chroque Monsieur Asparagus is part of the Lily family, which is part of Allium vegetables like onions and garlic. Asparagus is an excellent source of vitamin K, folate, vitamin C, Vitamin B and magnesium. It is an anti-oxidant that protects the body...
Metabolic syndrome is a cluster of conditions that occur together, increasing your risk of heart disease, stroke and type 2 diabetes. These conditions include: increased blood pressure, high blood sugar, excess body fat around the waist, fatty liver disease and...
“You are what you eat” rings true when it comes to the gut. It’s microbiome balance, needed for immunity and overall health, can easily be disrupted by the food we eat…. A Mediterranean diet with fruit, vegetables, less animal proteins, healthy...
Gut health is becoming quite the topic of discussion, both in the field of science, and in social circles. It is as if every second person has some or other issue with their gut. All food and drink that passes through the digestive system, effects the...
