Sano Health Bursts

In this episode we dive into the fascinating world of metabolic health and why it serves as the crucial foundation for overall health and wellbeing. We'll examine 7 reasons why you should improve your metabolic health and nutrition and lifestyle strategies to do just that!

Menopause is a life stage it is dreaded by women due to the unfavourable symptoms experienced by many.  Also, post-menopause undesirable health outcomes pursue. Are there dietary strategies that can be used to help you through this? In this episode, we discuss the reasons for the symptoms and health outcomes and suggest some foods to include in your diet making this life phase one that can be enjoyed!

In this episode, we discuss using herbs and spices for our health and see how easy it is to incorporate them into our everyday diets. They shouldn’t be forgotten just because we add them to our food in small quantities. We particularly focus on peppercorn that can be used within cooking and used as a condiment.

Magnesium is required for multiple aspects of health and is used in hundreds of enzymatic reactions. In this episode, we discuss which foods are the best sources of magnesium and the differences in bioavailability between the sources. We look at tips for increasing bioavailability and hence better magnesium status in the body.

The bright yellow/orange spice turmeric used in Indian cooking has been used medicinally for thousands of years in Ayurvedic medicine. However, are there scientifically proven health benefits? In this episode, we look at the science behind the health benefits. We also explore the value of using turmeric in cooking and consider the use of supplementation for specific therapeutic needs.

Bloating is a common complaint and can cause much distress and even embarrassment when it results in gas becoming trapped. It can result in severe limitations in the variety of foods that can be eaten. This may lead to nutritional deficiencies and poor health outcomes. In this episode, we discuss how to reduce bloating, what foods to eat, which ones to avoid and how to overhaul your digestive system for long term relief!

Who doesn't love chocolate? In this episode, we discuss the numerous health benefits of dark chocolate and what to look out for when buying your chocolate bar or cacao powder. The method of processing impacts the nutritional content and the benefits you will obtain. Dark chocolate can make you feel positive, contented and euphoric. What could be better! Tune in to find out about the many other health benefits and how to enjoy your chocolate.

What are the best oils for cooking? Supermarket shelves are packed with a huge array of options. There are a number of considerations when making a choice that will be supportive of your health rather than detrimental to it. Listen to this episode to find out how to make the right choice for you.

Building a strong immune system is important to ensure our bodies are primed and ready to protect against any threats. Quite rightly there is a lot of discussion about what nutrients and foods you should include in your diet to support immunity, however not often do you hear about what to leave out! In this episode, we discuss the main food types that are best avoided to support immunity and overall health.

Weight loss can be challenging and even more difficult to sustain. Where are we going wrong that makes it so difficult? Is it all about food or are there other factors at play here? In this episode discover more about what to eat and other lifestyle changes you can make to help you on your weight loss journey.

Supplements are available to buy and advertisements for them are widespread. Should we be taking them to help with health issues or even to just make sure we aren't lacking in any nutrients?  Or perhaps they are a waste of money? In this episode we discuss the pros and cons of supplementation, potential hazards associated with them and when they can be useful.

In this episode we explore how the body responds to drinking alcohol and therefore how we can help reduce the hangover feeling. There are  some really simple steps that can be taken and foods that can be eaten before, during and after drinking alcohol that will make you feel a whole lot better!

Mindfulness is about being present and engaged in the moment whatever you are doing. In our busy modern day lives we often eat in a rush, whilst multitasking or even when on the move. In this episode we discuss how mindful eating can impact health status through various different mechanisms.

There are hundreds of dietary models all claiming to be healthy.  How do you know which is the healthiest diet? In this episode we discuss different dietary models, their similarities and  how to assess what is right for you.

In this episode we explore how you can protect your skin from sun damage from the inside out with food. Safe sun exposure and protection is important but don't forget the important role of nutrients in protecting from skin damage, ageing and reducing the risk of skin cancer.  Find out what foods you should focus on for healthy skin.

It's summer and barbecue season. Barbecues should be enjoyed but let's make them healthier at the same time! We explain 6 different ways you can easily make your barbecue delicious and supportive of your health without reducing its enjoyment.

In this episode we look at how coffee can be beneficial to health but also how it impacts individuals differently depending upon varying factors. We examine the impact on mood, energy, cognitive function and neurological health. Listen to find out if your coffee drinking habits are harming or supporting your health.

In this episode we discuss what foods are important to aid sleep. We discuss the difficulties in utilising compounds within  foods to promote sleep and suggest strategies for overcoming them. We cover the importance of the gut microbiota and gut health in maximising the availability of sleep inducing nutrients within the diet.

In this episode we  discuss the health impact of the Government's latest requirement for restaurants, and cafes  to provide calorie information on menus.  We discuss the basis of the calorie calculation and its failings in driving healthy food choices or tackling the obesity health crisis. We also discuss the impact on mental health and eating disorders.

Why is it important to 'Eat the Rainbow', and what exactly does that mean? In this episode we examine the importance of including a wide variety of colourful plants within the diet and not limiting this to vegetables and fruits or  the '5 portions a day' guidance.