It’s a jam packed one today, we’re talking…

🌱 Keep calm and stay hydrated

🌱 Post 40’s Muscle building tips

🌱 Free & Juicy: Smoothie bowl recipe

Healthy News Doses

Eat Your Hydration With Dr. Zach Bush

Meet Dr. Zach Bush, who's made a string of appearances recently challenging everything we thought we knew about water. Forget the 8-glasses-a-day mantra; Dr. Bush is all about quality over quantity. He argues that it's not just about how much water you drink, but what kind of water you're sipping on…

But what does this mean?

According to Dr. Bush, structured water, which is water that's been organized at a molecular level, is the key to optimal hydration. This type of water is found in fruits, veggies, and even in our cells.

So how can you keep calm and stay hydrated?

🍉 Eat Your Water

By consuming fruits and vegetables high in structured water content. Think watermelon, cucumbers, and leafy greens. These foods not only hydrate you but also provide essential nutrients.

👩‍⚕️ The Traditionalists Weigh In

Now, before you go replacing your water filter with a fruit basket, not everyone is on board with this. Traditionalists like the Mayo Clinic and the American Heart Association are sticking to the age-old advice: drink water based on your body's needs, which can vary depending on factors like age, activity level, and climate.

Overall, while eating water-rich foods is beneficial, it shouldn't replace good old-fashioned water drinking in my opinion.

What’s your thoughts?

Age More, Drink More…

What’s one thing we all have in common? Getting older.

Yep, it's happening to all of us, whether we like it or not!

But there's something we often forget about as we age, and it's super important as mentioned above: staying hydrated! 🥤

Our bodies are pretty good at telling us when we need water. You feel thirsty, you drink, and then you get rid of the extra water through sweat or a trip to the bathroom. But the thing is, as we age, this system isn't as reliable. You might not even feel thirsty when you’re dehydrated. Do you relate?

We're talking kidney issues, high blood pressure, and even scary stuff like deep vein thrombosis. Basically, it can lead to severe symptoms and life-threatening situations. Perhaps you’ve already experienced one of the above?

So, what's the easiest way to remember to hydrate? 🤔

First, let's be proactive about sipping water throughout the day. Don't just wait until you're thirsty—by then, it might be too late. And don't forget to keep those muscles strong! 💪 Not only does it help you hold more water, but it also helps prevent accidents that could be worsened by dehydration.

Give this video a watch below for some useful tips on how to build muscled post 40 and what to prioritise. Remember, everyone has to start somewhere and nutrition and fitness is a marathon and not a sprint 😉 

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The ​Cooking Corner

Beetroot Blackberry & Cacao Smoothie Bowl

Get your juices flowing and stay hydrated with this simple beetroot and blackberry smoothie bowl. Exploding with flavor, antioxidants, nutrients, and goodness, including these in your diet has never been easier.

Prep time: 5 Minutes
Total time: 5 Minutes
Serves 2

Things to note: For a nut-free version, remove the macadamia butter and substitute it with a tablespoon of ground flax seeds
Special Equipment: Blender

Ingredients:

• 2 cups (300g) frozen bananas

• 1 cup (136g) beetroot, cooked

• 1cup (150g) frozen blackberries

• 1 cup (240g) non-dairy milk

• 2 tablespoons macadamia butter

• 1 tablespoon cacao nibs

• ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon

Garnish

• 1 tablespoon hemp seeds

• 1 tablespoon white sesame seeds

• 1 tablespoon of desiccated coconut

• 1 tablespoon cacao nib

• A small handful of edible flowers

Directions:

1. Add all the ingredients to a blender jug and blend for 2 minutes on high until smooth and creamy.

2. Divide the mixture between 2 serving bowls.

3. Finish with desiccated coconut, hemp seeds, cacao nibs, and edible flowers.

4. Serve immediately

Bon apetit!

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