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The truth about Whey Protein Isolate

At Sally-Ann Creed we are passionate about bringing the best, clean and pure supplements to promote health and longevity to our clients. Let’s explain why our Best Whey Isolate stands out compared to others. We asked our dietitian to compare several popular whey protein powders on the market, and here’s what you need to know to make the best choice...
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Celiac Disease

Surviving Celiac – one crumb at a time. Welcome to the world of celiac disease, where one bread crumb can turn your day around, faster than after your children visiting grannies sweet draw. What is celiac disease, how can we better manage it and what diet tips can we follow?...
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Protein Essentials- Finding your Perfect Intake

When we think of protein, often the first image that comes to mind is the classic bodybuilder eating a bowl of eggs and downing a protein shake. But protein and its benefits extend far beyond just the fitness enthusiast. It’s the building block for everything in our body. Essential for...
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Sarcopenia

Sarcopenia, a Greek term for “poverty of the flesh, ” describes the loss of muscle mass, function and strength from the ageing process. This can result in a decreased quality of life, increased falls and injury and inability to perform daily tasks. Did you know that after the age of...
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Selenium

Selenium is an essential trace mineral, meaning that while it is only needed in small amounts, it’s still very important for human health. Selenium is found in soil, water and some food groups. It acts like an antioxidant and plays an important role in disease prevention. From supporting immune function...
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5 Spices To Boost Your Immune System

Spices made from roots, leaves, flowers, stems, berries, bark and seeds have been used for centuries not only for colouring, flavouring and taste but for their medicinal properties as well. Before the invention of modern medicine, these plants were the only source of natural healing. With the increase of stress...
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Post-Workout Nutrition

We all know that dreaded feeling the day after leg day, long due run or workout, where the thought of climbing stairs or raising your arms to put on your shirt makes you squench your face. So what can we do to help prevent or decrease this pain? Let’s have...
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Insulin Resistance

“I feel like my appetite is out of control”, “I can’t seem to lose weight”, “I’m gaining weight around my stomach and I have absolutely no energy”.  These are common complaints from clients struggling with high insulin levels or insulin resistance. Insulin resistance (IR). IR has become increasingly more common...
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Why vitamin C is important for Collagen absorption

Collagen and vitamin C are both important for our health. Collagen, the most abundant protein in the human body and plays a structural role, is found in our hair, skin, nails, bones and even our muscles. It is also found in the cartilage within our ligaments that hold the joints...
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Magnesium Citrate vs Magnesium Chelate Premium

You’re probably wondering why we have two different kinds of oral magnesium – the powdered Magnesium Citrate vs Magnesium Chelate Premium. Apart from the fact that some people like powders and others like capsules, there are some subtle differences. Firstly, these two forms of magnesium are both known as “chelates”....
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Do you suffer from Rosacea?

Rosacea is a really nasty skin disorder affecting the curves and features of the centre of the face. It is often called acne rosacea. It’s generally characterised by one or more of the following: Light to heavy facial flushing (erythema) which can be transient or permanent Papules and pustules Telangiectasia...
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Our Guide on HOW to Drink Alcohol

Many people have asked us to write about HOW to Drink Alcohol, so here goes. We don’t drink much alcohol at all—we value our liver too much to overindulge, but we also don’t judge others who can handle it a lot better than we can, so we’re not being ‘holier...
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Hair today, gone tomorrow

Mmm, not funny when you have hair loss or thinning hair. There are a lot of complex mechanisms at work here, but some of you can deal with it to stop the process worsening and in fact give you back that lovely full head of hair. Hair loss can be...
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The different types of stress

Our bodies are wonderfully and beautifully made. They are also incredibly complex systems. When something disrupts your body’s balance, it causes stress. The things that cause stress are called stressors, and how your body reacts to them is called the stress response. This response involves your nervous, hormonal, and immune...
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3 change-of-season flu & virus toolkits

We are now officially entering a change of season world wide – either going into Autumn or Spring, depending in which hemisphere you live. Even the healthiest people seem to fall prey to the sniffles, respiratory and gut viruses, and a host of other miseries at this time of year....
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What is an immune system?

  The immune system has a vital role to play. It protects your body from harmful substances, germs and cell changes that could make you ill, and is made up of various organs, cells, and proteins. If your immune system is running smoothly, you don’t even notice that it’s there! ...
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What is MagnaFizz?

Do your days sometimes need a little pep in their step? Today’s world has us running at a million kilometres an hour. Between getting the kids to school, working from home, and modern life in general, most of us need an extra bit of energy in the mornings. While coffee...
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Do you suffer from alopecia?

Losing one’s hair due to alopecia is a scary and often shameful experience. First off, there is NOTHING to be ashamed of! So many of us suffer from hair-loss in various forms, but the good news is that there are solutions available to all of us! First, let’s unpack androgenetic...
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Collagen in Menopause

Menopause is a natural phase in a woman’s life marked by hormonal changes and associated symptoms. As you approach this transformative period, it’s essential to embrace the transition with knowledge and adopt strategies that support your well-being. In this guide, we’ll explore the intricate relationship between menopause and collagen, offering...