At Barefoot Nutrition, we believe in going back to the roots, literally. Our ethos is built around eating and living in alignment with how the human body evolve, and when you look at modern diets through that lens, one thing becomes painfully clear: ultra-processed foods (UPFs) have taken centre stage, and not in a good way.
But what exactly are ultra-processed foods? Why are they such a concern? And more importantly, what can we do to reduce them and reclaim our health?
Ever wondered if you really need a multivitamin? Most people are aware that having inadequate levels of vitamin D over time can contribute to osteoporosis in later life, and that low vitamin C levels lead to a myriad of issues such as fatigue, anaemia, dry and rough skin, joint pain and slow wound-healing to name but a few. But what may not be such common knowledge is that micronutrient inadequacies can lead to impaired immune function, making you increasingly susceptible to infection, and also increase susceptibility to illness and chronic diseases, such as cancer, heart disease, type 2 diabetes and cognitive dysfunction.
Magnesium deficiency can manifest in many ways; muscle cramps, twitching, & weakness, fatigue & low energy levels, insomnia, restless leg syndrome, mood changes like anxiety, irritability, and depression. We discuss the benefits of supplementing, specifically Magnesium Glycinate for its superior absorption rate.
