Kate Osborne2 days ago1 minLow Carb meals give longer lasting energyThis recent study, published in 2020 nicely demonstrates the group who ate the meals containing high carbohydrate (60% kcal from fat; 20%...
Kate Osborne2 days ago1 minEating protein or Fat before your Carbs Helps balance blood glucose This 2019 study demonstrates how eating some protein and or fat before your carbohydrate reduces the speed at which glucose goes into the...
Kate OsborneMar 242 minAutoimmune Thyroid - What is it? Around 90% of underactive thyroid issues are due to an autoimmune condition which means that the body’s immune system is attacking the...
Kate OsborneFeb 9, 20211 minVitamin C for CovidThe results of a randomised, placebo- controlled study of Vitamin C on Covid-19 patients on ventilators in hospitals in Wuhan, reports...
Kate OsborneJan 27, 20212 minStart your day well The problem with the 'British standard' breakfast of cereal and milk is that it tends to be high in sugar and processed carbohydrates and...
Kate OsborneJan 26, 20212 minCan fasting help me lose weight? For many clients that I work with, fasting works really well. Not only does it speed up fat loss but it also makes life easier with less...
Kate OsborneJan 20, 20211 minWhy am I so hungry?There are a couple of hormones called Leptin and Ghrelin which regulate our hunger signals. Leptin is the hormone which signals...
Kate OsborneJan 20, 20211 minDetox Vegetable Soup (taken from 'the human being diet' by P. Ravenshear)This is an oil free soup which can be used for Phase 1 of Metabolic Balance. 1/2 kg pumpkin or butternut squash 1-2 onions 2 cloves...
Kate OsborneJan 11, 20211 minShape up and Supercharge your Health Want to shift 10lb in 10 weeks? Feel more energised and focused? This special online offer includes 3 one to one sessions, a personalised...
Kate OsborneJul 6, 20201 minBreakfast - Goat's Cheese with Mushrooms & Spinach Saute 100g of spinach and mushrooms in a little coconut oil and melt over 50g goat's cheese. Can switch vegetables to use butternut...
Kate OsborneJul 6, 20201 minBreakfast - Avocado on Rye ToastQuick to make, avocado is a low GI option to jam or marmalade. With all eight essential amino acids, avocado is a nice source of...
Kate OsborneJul 6, 20201 minBreakfast - Low FODMAPs MuesliLOW FODMAP muesli: ½ cup rolled oats, 10 chopped almonds, 1 tbsp pumpkin seeds, 1 tbspn sunflower seeds, 1 tablespn shredded coconut or...
Kate OsborneJun 19, 20201 minBreakfast - Overnight Oats Really easy breakfast, both filling and delicious, you can prepare it the night before so no prep needed in the morning. I normally use...
Kate OsborneJun 11, 20201 minCourgetti and FETAThis is a SUPER QUICK - nutritious fast food, perfect for those times when you only have 5 minutes to prepare a meal. It's delicious too...
Kate OsborneJun 8, 20201 minCan Vitamin D Protect us From COVID-19Vitamin D plays an important role in modulation of the immune system responses to respiratory viral infections, vitamin D deficiency is...
Kate OsborneJun 8, 20201 minChickpea and SPINACH CurryThis is one of my favourite go-to's for a quick and tasty dinner. The chickpeas are a great source of protein and the turmeric a...
Kate OsborneApr 30, 20201 minHow is your Digestion?How good is your digestion? Do you... Get a burning sensation or feeling of indigestion in your stomach? Use indigestion tablets? Often...
Kate OsborneApr 30, 20201 minAre you addicted to stimulants?If the thought of giving up coffee or alcohol makes you panic, then the chances are you are currently addicted to stimulants. Caffeine,...
Kate OsborneApr 30, 20202 minWhat is GL and why is it good?GL stands for glycaemic load. It is a measure of the quantity and quality of carbohydrate in any given food. It shows us the effect each...