HEALTH REPORT
Summer lovin’ Shape up fast and get your body looking toned and terrific in time for summer.
U h-oh - summer is just around the corner, but you’ve been
2 Boost good bugs Research shows that one of the keys to effective weight loss lies in restoring and maintaining the balance of probiotic and prebiotic gut bacteria. Eat gut-friendly fermented foods like kimchi, sauerkraut, kefir and live yoghurt, and add nutritional insurance by taking a probiotic supplement daily.
hibernating under heavy clothing, probably eating a bit too much comfort food and you’ve haven’t hit the gym in months. You are not alone! Follow our 10 easy health and beauty hacks, and you’ll soon be swimsuit-ready. 3 Be cool: Focus on anti-inflammatory foods that have a cleansing and alkalising effect on the body, such as cucumber, lemon and celery. These foods have a very high water content, which helps to flush out toxins. Th ey also provide natural electrolytes, including potassium and mag nesium, which may be lost through perspiration as the weather w arms up.
5 Excellent eggs: Eggs are versatile, convenient and quick- to-prepare - they can be eaten hot or cold, as a snack or a main meal. They are also regarded as the gold
standard in highly bio-available sources of protein, which is essential for building and repairing body tissues and regulating appetite by keeping you feeling fuller, for longer. Not a fan
of eggs? Get your daily protein requirements by adding a spoonful of high quality protein powder to your morning juice
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