by Audra Starkey | Dec 3, 2021 | Nutrition, Recipes
Do you experience sugar cravings? Given sleep deprivation triggers the body to seek out sugar as a source of fuel for the brain, I’d say there’s a pretty good chance that you’re raising your hand right now . This is because your body is always acting on your behalf,...
by Audra Starkey | Sep 24, 2021 | De-stress, HSW, Immunity, Nutrition, Sleep
Did you know there are a zillion things that can contribute to us getting sick? Nutritional deficiencies Overconsumption of sugar/processed foods Insufficient quality sleep Lack of sunlight/nature Sedentary lifestyle Excess alcohol EMF exposure Overuse of medications...
by Audra Starkey | Jul 1, 2021 | De-stress, Nutrition
Do you rely on caffeine to get you through your shift … whether that’s in the form of a coffee, soda or energy drink? Perhaps you rely on two, three, or maybe even more for an energy hit to keep you going? Whilst I’m partial to a 1/2 strength latte or mocha...
by Audra Starkey | Dec 6, 2019 | Nutrition, Recipes
As tired, weary shift workers it’s not surprising that we’re lured in by the lollie jar at work, as a source of energy for our sleep-deprived brains. But have you ever taken the time to read the ingredients label of some of these packaged lollies?Let me...
by Audra Starkey | Sep 9, 2019 | Nutrition
Whenever we’re away from home we often have to rely on the microwave oven to heat our meals at work. But does “zapping” our food in the microwave actually destroy the nutrient contents? According to the research, the answer is “yes”. One study in particular published...
