Sano Health Bursts

In this episode we dive into the fascinating world of metabolic health and why it serves as the crucial foundation for overall health and wellbeing. We'll examine 7 reasons why you should improve your metabolic health and nutrition and lifestyle strategies to do just that!

Menopause is a life stage it is dreaded by women due to the unfavourable symptoms experienced by many.  Also, post-menopause undesirable health outcomes pursue. Are there dietary strategies that can be used to help you through this? In this episode, we discuss the reasons for the symptoms and health outcomes and suggest some foods to include in your diet making this life phase one that can be enjoyed!

In this episode, we discuss using herbs and spices for our health and see how easy it is to incorporate them into our everyday diets. They shouldn’t be forgotten just because we add them to our food in small quantities. We particularly focus on peppercorn that can be used within cooking and used as a condiment. 

Magnesium is required for multiple aspects of health and is used in hundreds of enzymatic reactions. In this episode, we discuss which foods are the best sources of magnesium and the differences in bioavailability between the sources. We look at tips for increasing bioavailability and hence better magnesium status in the body. 

The bright yellow/orange spice turmeric used in Indian cooking has been used medicinally for thousands of years in Ayurvedic medicine. However, are there scientifically proven health benefits? In this episode, we look at the science behind the health benefits. We also explore the value of using turmeric in cooking and consider the use of supplementation for specific therapeutic needs. 

Bloating is a common complaint and can cause much distress and even embarrassment when it results in gas becoming trapped. It can result in severe limitations in the variety of foods that can be eaten. This may lead to nutritional deficiencies and poor health outcomes. In this episode, we discuss how to reduce bloating, what foods to eat, which ones to avoid and how to overhaul your digestive system for long term relief!

Who doesn't love chocolate? In this episode, we discuss the numerous health benefits of dark chocolate and what to look out for when buying your chocolate bar or cacao powder. The method of processing impacts the nutritional content and the benefits you will obtain. Dark chocolate can make you feel positive, contented and euphoric. What could be better! Tune in to find out about the many other health benefits and how to enjoy your chocolate. 

What are the best oils for cooking? Supermarket shelves are packed with a huge array of options. There are a number of considerations when making a choice that will be supportive of your health rather than detrimental to it. Listen to this episode to find out how to make the right choice for you. 

Building a strong immune system is important to ensure our bodies are primed and ready to protect against any threats. Quite rightly there is a lot of discussion about what nutrients and foods you should include in your diet to support immunity, however not often do you hear about what to leave out! In this episode, we discuss the main food types that are best avoided to support immunity and overall health. 

Weight loss can be challenging and even more difficult to sustain. Where are we going wrong that makes it so difficult? Is it all about food or are there other factors at play here? In this episode discover more about what to eat and other lifestyle changes you can make to help you on your weight loss journey.