Category: Pretty Pea
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Your Gut Microbiome Is Talking to Your Brain — Are You Listening?
If you’ve ever had “butterflies” before a big event or lost your appetite when stressed, you’ve experienced the gut-brain connection in action. Emerging research shows that the trillions of bacteria living in your gut – friends with benefits (collectively known as the gut microbiome) are a key regulator of gut-brain function and have a powerful…
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Why Fibre Could Be the Secret to a Better Menopause
Could something as simple as increasing fibre intake improve menopause symptoms? Recent research has highlighted the importance of carbohydrate quality — especially the amount of fibre and whole grains in your diet — for improving menopause symptoms and quality of life. It’s estimated that approximately 1.1 billion women will have entered menopause by 2025 and quality…
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Think a Slow Metabolic Rate is to blame for Gaining Weight? Think Again..
Does Your Metabolic Rate Really Slow Down with Age? Science Says — Not Until 60! A recent large scale study in Science analysed data from over 6,400 people aged 8 days to 95 years and identified four distinct phases of metabolism across the human lifespan.1 These results strongly suggest we may no longer be able…
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10 Green Tea Benefits: The Ultimate Science-Backed Guide
Green tea is one of the most consumed beverages worldwide, revered for centuries- and for good reason. Unlike many “superfoods” that rise and fall with trends, green tea has been studied for decades, with thousands of scientific papers exploring its impact on health helping us catch up to what ancient cultures have long known- that…
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The Ultimate Superfood List: What are Superfoods, Benefits, Best Choices, and How to Use
The word Superfoods has to be one of the most popular health buzzwords of recent decades, from açai bowls on Instagram that look almost too perfect to eat to hand crafted matcha lattes in coffee shops. But beyond the hype, what does the science really say? And do any of your kitchen staples make it…
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Simple Food Group Swaps – Make Life Easier for Yourself
Overwhelmed what to do to lose weight? I mean who really wants to start their day calculating macros to lose weight – not me for sure. Yes food groups matter, as do calories, as do when we eat (as do many other variables), but surely there has to be a simpler way for busy women…
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How To Lose Belly Fat – The Million $ Question?
Belly fat matters and how to lose belly fat remains the million dollar question the world over. As every woman knows when it comes to fat loss not all fat is created equal. There are different types of fat. We can’t pick and choose where we lose fat from. The weight loss jabs promoted everywhere…
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High Cortisol Levels – The Real Impact of Stress on the Body
Stress is part of life — but when it lingers, the impact of stress on the body and mind can quietly take a toll. From weight gain to digestive problems, high cortisol levels and chronic stress are linked to multiple health concerns. The good news? Your diet can play a powerful role in supporting resilience…
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Skipping Breakfast, Weight Loss & Hormones: Why Women Benefit from a Protein Breakfast
Does breakfast skipping really help with how to lose weight? With weight loss jabs and intermittent fasting so on trend is a protein breakfast still the most important meal of the day? While skipping breakfast might seem harmless — or even beneficial for cutting calories — the evidence stacks in favour with consistent breakfast eaters…
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9 Science Backed Protein Benefits for Women: Why Every Woman Needs It
Protein is one of the most essential nutrients for women at every stage of life. It’s not only vital for building muscle but also plays a crucial role in supporting metabolism, bone health, skin, hair, hormones and overall wellbeing. Yet many women struggle to get enough protein in their daily diet. Understanding protein benefits can…
