A nutrition expert’s tips on how to make the most of every meal.
WHO WOULDN’T LIKE to raise a child who is not deficient in micronutrients such as vitamin D and B12 , has high bone mineral density and is healthy in general? But for that, we have to adopt our heritage in its full glory. According to Ayurveda, suboptimal digestion is the basis for every known and unknown disease. Falling ill with every change of season, constipation and irritability are clear signs of indigestion. Getting tired quickly, painful periods, acne, dependence on stimulants such as coffee or Red Bull and the inability to fall asleep are some others. The solutions, however, are so simple that you may be tempted to discard them instantly, but I am going to try nevertheless.
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