This category does a deep dive into nutrition.
Kategori: Nutrition
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Let us do a deep dive in Vitamin K2
Let us do a deep dive in Vitamin K2. What is Vitamin K2 and why do you need it? Well it is a fat-soluble vitamin needed for properly functioning blood coagulation. It was initially called “Koagulationsvitamin” (1). And that is where the K in vitamin K comes from. […]
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My view on liver
My view on liver. Liver is one of the super foods out there. Reason why is because it is one the most nutrient dense foods available to us. It is rich in protein, low in calories and packed with essential vitamins and minerals. Here are some examples of […]
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Hur jag aktiverade autofagi för min inre läkning
On this post I will talk about how I activated autophagy to boost my internal healing.As a woman I vary my lifestyle depending on where I am at in my cycle. In the follicle phase I am stronger and more resilient to stress. This is the perfect period […]
![2022-02-27 Today's first proper meal](https://usercontent.one/wp/www.memyselfandtess.se/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/20220227_131645_moddad-960x640.jpg?media=1643470728)
2022-02-27 Dagens första riktiga måltid
2022-02-27 Today’s first proper meal after a 17 hour long fasting window 👌😀 Tallow fried organic pork cutlets, steamed broccoli and brussels sprouts with organic pumpkin seeds, olives, strawberries, pecorino romano cheese, beetroot, sundried tomatoes, brazil-nuts, and nutritional yeast sprinkled on top. Nutrient information for my first meal […]
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Mina favoritostar
In this post I talk about my favorite cheeses that I eat on more or less a daily basis. Main reason for eating them is the fermented properties, calcium, vitamin K, and protein. And of course because cheese is delicious! 😀 Cheddar Cheddar is made from cow’s milk […]
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Cow vs sheep milk
On this post I cover the topic around cow vs sheep milk. Sheep milk is an A2-type milk. This means it does not contain bovine A1 beta-casein which has been identified as one of the major cow milk allergens. Sheep milk is also higher in short to medium-chain […]
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The benefits of a glucose monitor
Today I want to talk about the benefits of a glucose monitor. If there is any biofeedback gadget that I would recommend it is a glucose monitor. A glucose monitor can assist with a lot of biofeedback around your health. It tells you how your sleep, exercise and […]
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Eating and fasting around my cycle – a big part of my toolbox
Today I want to talk to you about eating and fasting around my cycle. I will convey to you how I chose to cycle my eating and macros (fats, protein and carbs) around the menstrual cycle. For me, the difference between the ovulation phase and luteal phase is […]
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Be mindful with your first meal after a fast
Please be mindful with your first meal after a fast. I always pay extra attention to that first meal. Reason why is that your body is very insulin sensitive. This means it will soak up every nutrient like a sponge. So you want to make sure that your […]
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A Day in the light of long-term health
Today I want to share how a day in the light of long-term health could look like. For me this means that I pay attention to four pillars of health: sleep, stress management, exercise, and food. Sleep First thing to take into consideration is sleep. That is the […]