by Luke Gabites | Jul 28, 2024 | Gut Health, Hydration, Mental Health, Recipes
Homemade Electrolyte Drink This homemade electrolyte drink provides essential electrolytes like sodium and potassium, natural carbohydrates for energy, and a refreshing taste. Enjoy it before, during, or after your workout to stay hydrated. 1 litre of water (about...
by Luke Gabites | Oct 10, 2023 | Gut Health, Learn, Nutrition, Plant-Based Nutrition
The world of nutrition can sometimes seem like a labyrinth, fraught with confusion and conflicting advice. However, having spent many years studying this complex field, I’ve come to understand that nutrition science isn’t some indecipherable enigma;...
by Luke Gabites | Jun 20, 2023 | Gut Health, Learn, Nutrition, Plant-Based Nutrition
In this article learn to: Get in touch with your body and identify the triggers for gut health issues. Understand the importance of fiber in improving gut health and its role in feeding beneficial microbes. Be aware of the gut-brain connection and how stress can...
by Luke Gabites | Jun 12, 2023 | Gut Health, Learn, Nutrition, Plant-Based Nutrition
Summary: Our gut is home to a complex and diverse ecosystem of microbes that play a critical role in our overall health. Gut health affects various aspects of our well-being, including immunity, risk of certain diseases, sleep, hormonal balance, and mental health. A...
by Luke Gabites | May 30, 2023 | Gut Health, Learn, Nutrition, Plant-Based Nutrition
Inflammation is a double-edged sword; it’s essential for our body’s processes of growth and repair yet also problematic when it spirals out of control. Not only can inflammation affect our body, creating pain, stiffness, and soreness, but it can also...
by Luke Gabites | Feb 3, 2023 | Gut Health, Learn, Mental Health
This article originally appeared in the Aotearoa Vegan Magazine Summer Issue 2023 The food we eat can impact our mental health. The gut-brain connection through the vagus nerve has been found to have a big impact on our brain. Recently, researchers have found that...
