People often think that being healthy is nailing the combination of eating the right foods, exercising enough and getting a regular check-up from their doctor.
Whilst there is some aspect of truth to this, there is so much overlooked in this simple equation.
There is a lot of buzz about our gut microbiome nowadays… and for good reason too! The health of our gut is a direct indicator of our overall health.
Have you ever considered the connection between the food we eat and the impact on our immune system?
It may sound like a pretty odd connection but let me assure you there is a direct correlation between the two.
Much like Dorothy from the Wizard of Oz (with the lions, tigers and bears), these are three words that have me cowering in fear.
I was having a conversation recently about the state of the current health care system. It concluded around the idea that the current system was a disease management model.
Meaning, that it’s focus was on the treatment of sick people rather than prevention of these diseases in the first place. In other words, band aid fixes rather than getting to the root cause of the actual issue.
When it comes to good health, nutrition and movement go hand in hand. Here is part two in the blog series, which takes a look at exercising whilst on vacation!
For me, travelling is so much more than just seeing the sights. I love to live like the locals – eat and drink at their establishments, experiencing the culture of the place through the food as well as the people and the local surrounds. Travelling is all about experiencing the new and interesting delicacies that each new country has to offer.
Here’s something to think about… protein is not only for guys.