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10 foods that fuel ‘Dopamine’ the happy hormone naturally

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10 foods that fuel ‘Dopamine’ the happy hormone naturally

Dopamine, often termed the “feel-good” neurotransmitter, plays a crucial role in maintaining overall well-being. It regulates mood, pleasure, and motivation, contributing to a positive mental state. Adequate dopamine levels are associated with improved focus, attention, and cognitive function. Engaging in activities like exercise, meditation, and a balanced diet can naturally boost dopamine production. Additionally, social … Read more

30 Best High Protein Meals

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30 Best High Protein Meals

Tuna salad is one of our go-to healthy meals. We love it between two pieces of bread, spread on a cracker, scooped over lettuce, or even right out of the bowl. If you want to step up your tuna game, the easiest way is to splurge on olive oil-packed tuna—you’d be shocked at how much … Read more

Meat is better for you than you think

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Meat is better for you than you think

Is the scent of a delicious roast dinner currently wafting from your oven, making you salivate? Will you feel just a smidge guilty as you tuck in? Never mind the people trying Veganuary this month, all of us have been told that eating meat is bad. Not only for the planet, but for our health. … Read more

Kiwi cafés sizzle with success on meat-free mondays, cooking up environmental change

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Kiwi cafés sizzle with success on meat-free mondays, cooking up environmental change

In a recent study published in the journal Nutrients, researchers conducted interviews and online surveys with hospital café employees to investigate support and implementation variables towards the Meat-Free Mondays (MFMs) movement. More than half of the 194 participants in the survey were actively contributing to the movement, and nearly 60% supported the movement. Study findings … Read more

Is hemp the superfood vegetarians have been waiting for?

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Is hemp the superfood vegetarians have been waiting for?

In a recent study published in the journal Nutrients, researchers explored the published literature about hemp seeds to understand their nutritional properties, focusing on their role in vegetarian diets as a source of proteins, essential fatty acids, dietary fiber, and minerals. As hemp contains antioxidants and phytochemicals, it may prove to be a promising supplement for … Read more

Jonathan Berguig: ‘I think both Japanese and French people are gourmets. And there’s a mutual love.’

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Jonathan Berguig: ‘I think both Japanese and French people are gourmets. And there’s a mutual love.’

Nelson, New Zealand – Jonathan Berguig, 40, is the owner of Citron, a Parisian-style cafe in Tokyo’s trendy Gaienmae neighborhood. A pioneer of the capital’s growing vegetarian dining scene, Citron focuses on serving affordable, healthy French home cooking while also promoting animal welfare. 1. What first brought you to Japan? I first arrived in Tokyo … Read more