Health Topics
Major Minerals – Selenium
Selenium is an essential trace mineral for the human body, and it plays several important roles in maintaining health and well-being. Selenium is primarily obtained through the diet, and the selenium content of foods can vary depending on the selenium content of the...
Major Minerals – Calcium
Calcium is a chemical element with the symbol “Ca” and atomic number 20. It is one of the essential minerals for the human body and is crucial for various physiological processes. Dietary Sources Good dietary sources of calcium include dairy products(such as milk,...
Calves
The calf muscle, on the back of the lower leg, is made up of two muscles: THE GASTROCNEMIUS This is the larger calf muscle, forming the bulge visible beneath the skin. The gastrocnemius has two parts or “heads,” which together create its diamond shape. THE SOLEUS This...
Facts about Superfoods
You’ve most likely heard the term “superfoods” to describe foods that will supposedly make you look great, feel great and help you live a longer, healthier life — but what are “superfoods” and what makes them so super? The term “superfood” is used a lot, but what does...
The Carnivore diet
The Carnivore Diet consists entirely of meat and animal products, excluding all other foods. It’s claimed to aid weight loss, mood issues, and blood sugar regulation, among other health issues. However, the diet is extremely restrictive and likely unhealthy in the...
Hamstrings
BICEPS FEMORIS – Not to be confused with the bicep muscle in your upper arm!! Its main action is flexion at the knee, but it is also responsible for extending the thigh at the hip and lateral rotation at the hip and knee. SEMITENDINOSUS – Responsible for flexion of...
Facts about Water
Water is essential! in your diet. It flushes toxins out of your body (via sweat and urine), it keeps your respiratory system moist and plays a role in EVERY metabolic process in your body. On a “good day” your body by weight is at least 60 – 70% water! Roughly...
The Healthy Indian Diet
Indian cuisine is known for its vibrant spices, fresh herbs, and wide variety of rich flavours. Though diets and preferences vary throughout India, most people follow a primarily plant-based diet. Around 80% of the Indian population practices Hinduism, a religion that...
Shoulders
THE DELTOIDS ‘Delts’ are teardrop shaped and have three parts, anterior, medial and posterior. They control the flexion, abduction and extension of the humerus. ROTATOR CUFF Made up of four muscles (see below) – the supraspinatus, infraspinatus, teres minor and...
The Mediterranean Diet
The Mediterranean diet is based on the traditional foods that people used to eat in countries like Italy and Greece. Researchers noted that the people were exceptionally healthy compared to Americans and had a risk of an increasing number of lifestyle diseases....