Tag: healthy eating
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Why are Vitamins & Minerals so vital?
By Hannah Ng’uni We conclude this series on the key food groups that make up a healthy balanced diet with the basics on micronutrients – vitamins and minerals. Unlike carbohydrates, protein and fats which the body needs in large amounts (measured in grams), vitamins and minerals, though vital for the body to function well, are […]
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What is the role of fat?
By Hannah Ng’uni General healthy eating guidelines – Fats Today, we take a closer look at another food group essential for a healthy balanced diet – Fats. Fat is one of three macronutrients, which is a nutrient the body needs in a larger quantity for energy and body functions. However, unlike the other two macronutrients […]
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More than 5 reasons why you should eat protein
by Hannah Ng’uni Today, we take a closer look at another food group essential for a healthy balanced diet. Fun fact, the word ‘protein’ is derived from the Greek word “proteios” and was invented by a Dutch chemist Mulder in 1838, it means ‘of prime importance. Proteins – the basics Protein is present is in […]
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General healthy eating guidelines – Carbohydrates
By Hannah Ng’uni In today’s post and subsequent posts, we will take a closer look at what healthy eating is and what makes up a balanced diet one food group at a time. The Eatwell Guide (Gov.uk, 2016) will be just that, our guide to achieving that balance daily. The focus is on the nutrients […]
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Be in good health
By Hannah Ng’uni Nutrition is a broad topic, can be complex, sensitive and at times controversial depending on who you are speaking to. But want stands true across the board is that we all want to be well and live healthy lives and good nutrition is key to maintaining good health. Food is fuel for […]
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Mary Did you know?
As I sit here and ponder the faith of Mary, I realise how intense it can be to fully trust God against all odds. In 2018, I told my parents I had found man that I plan on spending and building my life with. We told our family and friends the wedding was set the […]
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Quick tips on how to stay Active
By Belina Sithole Its Monday and I’m waking up to the buzzing sound of my 7:00 am alarm. I roll over to switch it off and the sun rays shining through my curtains make me quickly pull the duvet over my head! I stay curled up in bed for a few minutes. “I really should […]
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Simple tips for eating healthy
by Lindizgani Eunice As we are spending more time at home its easy for us to just grab a snack or that drink. Regardless of whether you are spending more time at home our bodies are still temples of the Holy spirit, God still dwells in us and would love us to look after his […]
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Pursing Authentic
Our desire is to empower women to become change agents. We want to see women grow in their relationship with God and to go deeper into his word. We want to see women who are living out their calling; be it as career women, mums, entrepreneurs and so on. We believe in women who are […]