Functional Nutrition Archives - The MindBodyFood Institute https://mindbodyfoodinstitute.com/category/functional-nutrition/ Life-Changing Education Fri, 08 Aug 2025 06:01:47 +0000 en-AU hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9 https://mindbodyfoodinstitute.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/cropped-MBFI-Logo-1-1-32x32.png Functional Nutrition Archives - The MindBodyFood Institute https://mindbodyfoodinstitute.com/category/functional-nutrition/ 32 32 Easy 4-Ingredient Creamy Cauliflower Curry https://mindbodyfoodinstitute.com/easy-4-ingredient-creamy-cauliflower-curry/ Wed, 23 Oct 2024 02:14:44 +0000 https://mindbodyfoodinstitute.com/?p=14174 Who says a delicious curry has to be time-consuming or heavy on the stomach? With this simple yet flavourful, 4-ingredient […]

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How What You Eat and When Can Influence Mood and Energy Levels https://mindbodyfoodinstitute.com/how-what-you-eat-and-when-can-influence-mood-and-energy-levels/ Tue, 23 Jan 2024 02:27:53 +0000 https://www.mindbodyfoodinstitute.com/?p=10295 Understanding the relationship between your dietary choices and their impact on your mood and energy levels is essential for maintaining […]

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5 Surprising Signs Your Liver Needs Support https://mindbodyfoodinstitute.com/5-surprising-signs-your-liver-needs-support/ Tue, 18 Apr 2023 00:11:56 +0000 https://www.mindbodyfoodinstitute.com/?p=8222 The liver is a remarkable organ, responsible for over 500 functions in the body, including its roles in digestive health, immune support, blood clotting, and more. One of the liver’s most important jobs is detoxification. The liver is responsible for converting fat-soluble toxins into water-soluble waste products that are removed from the body via the urinary system, digestive system, skin, and lungs. Unfortunately, the liver can become overburdened throughout a person’s life due to excessive toxins exposure and unhealthy lifestyle practices.

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The Amazing Role Of The Gut Microbiome In Nutrition And Health https://mindbodyfoodinstitute.com/the-amazing-role-of-the-gut-microbiome-in-nutrition-and-health/ Tue, 14 Feb 2023 00:03:03 +0000 https://www.mindbodyfoodinstitute.com/?p=7234 The microbiomes basic job is to digest (ferment) a certain type of fiber called dietary fiber. Fiber is a natural compound found only in plants. From a nutritional point of view, fiber is a complex carbohydrate. But unlike refined sugar, fiber cannot be digested by our body, simply because it lacks the proper enzymes to do that. This fiber passes unchanged through the gastrointestinal tract, until it reaches the colon. Here, the microbiome converts it into compounds that can be absorbed by our colon, such as short-chain fatty acids (SCFA), certain B vitamins, and vitamin K

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3 Small Changes You Can Make To Feel More Energised https://mindbodyfoodinstitute.com/3-small-changes-you-can-make-to-feel-more-energised/ Tue, 10 Jan 2023 01:30:02 +0000 https://www.mindbodyfoodinstitute.com/?p=6857 Life can be overwhelming and sometimes it is hard to know where to begin when it comes to regaining your energy, reducing stress and just feeling more like yourself. To make the journey towards feeling energised more simple, we have broken it down into three small things you can do without taking big leaps or dramatically changing everything all in one go. These are things you can gradually build up to, without the need for stress.

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Mini Christmas Pudding Balls With White Chocolate Sauce Recipe https://mindbodyfoodinstitute.com/mini-christmas-pudding-balls-with-white-chocolate-sauce-recipe/ Wed, 14 Dec 2022 23:48:14 +0000 https://www.mindbodyfoodinstitute.com/?p=6218 Most people love traditional Christmas pudding – you know, the ones served with the brandy custard or hot white sauce over the top – sweet, dense, rich and satisfying!

This is a healthier version of the traditional pudding, with a modern bite-sized twist! It’s perfect if you’ve been transitioning towards more naturally sweetened and healthier treats to reduce your sugar and nutritionally void foods.

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Healthy Baking Christmas Treats To Make With Your Children https://mindbodyfoodinstitute.com/healthy-baking-christmas-treats-to-make-with-your-children/ Wed, 07 Dec 2022 23:52:06 +0000 https://www.mindbodyfoodinstitute.com/?p=5984 Planning fun activities to do with your kids in the run up to Christmas is really exciting. Yet, when it comes to baking Christmas treats, often they’re full of sugar and other things that aren’t very good for you, or your children.

So, for the health-conscious parents out there, here are two healthy and fun snacks you can make with your kids!

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Easy Spiced Mulled Wine Recipe https://mindbodyfoodinstitute.com/easy-spiced-mulled-wine-recipe/ Tue, 06 Dec 2022 01:42:38 +0000 https://www.mindbodyfoodinstitute.com/?p=5951 The perfect festive drink for all wine lovers! 
This spiced infused drink is very traditional in my country during Christmas time.

There are many different variations and we usually add one secret ingredient – our domestic rum and lot of sugar.

I  make a lighter option of this warming drink and I  have an alcohol-free version for you as well. 

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Are You Using Food To Self-Soothe? https://mindbodyfoodinstitute.com/are-you-using-food-to-self-soothe/ Wed, 02 Nov 2022 00:08:17 +0000 https://mindbodyfoodinstitute.com/?p=5356 What we think and how we feel often dictates what we eat, if we should eat and when we should eat.
This may lead us to console our emotions with that go-to comfort food. We may not really want or need it, but the temporary distraction, comfort or self-soothing it provides is a mighty big draw card to make us feel better in that moment.

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How To Be More Organised To Eat Healthy [FREE Meal Planner & Shopping List] https://mindbodyfoodinstitute.com/how-to-be-more-organised-to-eat-healthy-free-meal-planner-shopping-list/ Tue, 18 Oct 2022 04:17:30 +0000 https://mindbodyfoodinstitute.com/?p=4667 Are you finding it hard to stay on track with your meal planning or shopping lists?

It’s easy to be more organised when your life is in ‘flow’, but how can we get organised when life is busy with work and family?

We’ve all been there and it’s a hard act to juggle. This is why it’s so important to have helpful strategies to get, and stay, organised – especially in the kitchen!

From my experience working as a private healthy chef and planning meals for clients, writing down my goals with planners and checklists helps me to make everything more achievable.

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Top Six Natural Sweeteners https://mindbodyfoodinstitute.com/top-six-natural-sweeteners/ Tue, 18 Oct 2022 02:49:03 +0000 https://mindbodyfoodinstitute.com/?p=4641 We all know that sugar is bad for you and contributes to various health issues. So here are 6 of our favourite natural sweeteners that are full of vitamins, minerals, enzymes and amino acids that will contribute to your nutritional health without compromising on taste. Simply pick one according to your preference!

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Want Healthier Skin? Include These Key Nutrients In Your Diet https://mindbodyfoodinstitute.com/want-healthier-skin-include-these-key-nutrients-in-your-diet/ Thu, 06 Oct 2022 03:19:53 +0000 https://mindbodyfoodinstitute.com/?p=3808 Healthy skin is essential, and it requires some effort to maintain it. Not only do you need to clean your skin, but you also need to eat the right foods.

Do you want glowing and healthy skin? Well, you must change your eating patterns to achieve this. As good as creams and other facial products are, nothing beats eating the right foods to attain a radiant look. Researchers are discovering just how beneficial the right types of foods are while also including supplements such as Oxitrim.

Oxitrim is a supplement known to contain vitamin D3 that protects the skin while promoting cell growth and repair.

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4 Key Nutrients For A Healthy Food Fitness Plan https://mindbodyfoodinstitute.com/4-key-nutrients-for-a-healthy-food-fitness-plan/ Wed, 05 Oct 2022 01:29:42 +0000 https://mindbodyfoodinstitute.com/?p=3777 Your fitness is tied to the deliberate, day-to-day decisions you make to eat only healthy and balanced diet food. Any other effort beyond healthy fitness food is only supplementary.

You will not benefit much if you focus on fitness yet neglect the intake of the right nutrients for your body.

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Heal Your Gut – Why Microbiome Balance Is Essential https://mindbodyfoodinstitute.com/heal-your-gut-why-microbiome-balance-is-essential/ Fri, 30 Sep 2022 02:07:22 +0000 https://mindbodyfoodinstitute.com/?p=3716 Believe it or not, we are a living carrier of microbes. Contrary to popular notion, these various types of bacteria and other organisms are not just in the gut, but they also aid in the function of our body.

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The Holistic Balance Between Mind And Body https://mindbodyfoodinstitute.com/the-holistic-balance-between-mind-and-body/ Thu, 15 Sep 2022 03:45:57 +0000 https://mindbodyfoodinstitute.com/?p=2633 So, how can we restore our youthfulness and finally bring balance to our mind and body? There are several ways to do it, so if you’re interested to know more and learn how to enjoy a great holistic balance, read on.

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