Podcast Episode #7

By Guy Lawrence

Eat fat to lower cholesterol… What about dairy, is it healthy? Can I run an ultra-marathon or CrossFit on a low carb/ high fat or paleo diet?

These are just some of the questions we cover in this episode of The Health Sessions as we catch up with Nora Gedgaudas, best selling author of Primal Body, Primal Mind: Beyond the Paleo Diet. I’ve time coded the bullet points so you jump straight to the bits that interest you most in the video. But when you’ve got the time, it’s well worth kicking back and watching the whole video as the content is invaluable!

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Two critical components of a healthy lifestyle are regular exercise and a nutritious diet.

Recently, the paleo diet has increased in popularity, suggesting we consume healthy, natural foods like fruits, veggies, nuts, seeds, and lean proteins. The paleo diet is highly recommended by nutritionists because it focuses primarily on raw foods and lean proteins. As you read this article, you’ll learn more about the nutrient-rich paleo snacks offered by 180 nutrition.

180 Nutrition takes pride in offering the most nutritious, natural snacks on the market. All 180 Nutrition products are non-processed and gluten free, chemical free, and preservative free. These products are created by CrossFitters and nutritional experts, ensuring you truly get top-of-the-line health food fuel. The WOD bar devised by 180 Nutrition is a name derived from a basic CrossFit term: WOD or workout of the day. This protein bar offers an abundance of nutritional powerhouse ingredients CrossFitters rely on like grass fed whey protein isolate, flaxseed, almond meal, coconut flour, sunflower seeds, chia seeds, sesame seeds, cocoa powder, and more. The whey protein isolate assists in muscle repair after an intense workout and all the other items add vitamins and a nice flavor. The WOD bars not only taste great but provide undeniable health benefits, guaranteeing optimal results.

Similar to the WOD bar, the 180 bar is a healthy paleo-oriented snack that provides fast, essential energy. This bar was designed to eliminate bad cravings by providing instant hunger relief with a satisfying flavour. All the ingredients in this bar are also 100% natural and full of vitamins and nutrients.

Clearly, paleo snacks are the healthiest alternatives to sugary, syrupy food products. Whether you choose the 180 bar or the WOD bar, you can be certain you’ll be reaping tremendous health benefits.

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By Guy Lawrence

This is not a post about whether we should be eating dairy or not, but whether we actually need dairy in our diet. Of course there’s the obvious push that it gives us strong bones and it’s a great source of calcium and protein. But can these be sourced from anywhere else to the extent our body needs?

The other question I ask myself is; are people eating dairy because it tastes nice, not because they are actually worried about their bones in the first place? When I sit in a cafe on a Saturday morning and watch people drinking their lattes, I’m pretty sure they couldn’t give a sh*t about calcium levels and bone density as they are simply enjoying their coffee.

So do we really need dairy in our diet? Let’s take a look… Continue reading →

By Guy Lawrence

Minding your mitochondria

There’s a reason why this video went viral over the internet when it first came out. I highly recommend watching it and that is why I share it with you on the blog.

As Dr Terry Wahls (she’s the speaker in the video) put it, she’s the canary in the coal mine. If it seems a bit technical at first or if you don’t know what a mitochondria is, stay with it as the overall message is a must!

There’s also a great interview here with Jimmy Moore as he chats to Dr Terry Wahls regarding her experience with multiple sclerosis (MS) and also using a paleo diet. Enjoy, Guy.

Do you eat like this? Do you eat processed foods? How many leafy greens do you eat each day? Love to hear your thoughts…

By 180 Nutrition

This 180 gluten free christmas pudding pudding is surprisingly light and really delicious! This is a seriously tasty and healthy (and apparently not that hard to make in Caroline’ s words) pudding…

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If you want a natural, delicious, nutritious vegan meal replacement without any questionable ingredients, 180 Nutrition has the answer.

Our versatile, all-natural vegan protein formula contains everything you need to stay energized and satisfied throughout your jam-packed day. Whether you’re a bodybuilder, active professional or a busy homemaker, our supplement provides you with essential nutrients in a formula you can trust.

How is 180 Natural Protein Superfood different?

Unlike many meal replacements on the market, the 180 Natural Protein Supplement is just that — 100-percent natural. We don’t use any chemicals, artificial flavours or preservatives in the making of our supplement. You won’t find any oils, sugar, whey or corn syrup either. Instead, we rely on the wholesome goodness of nature’s superfoods to power our vegan meal replacement supplement.

Our supplement provides the protein you need from pure ingredients to help you achieve optimal energy levels, healthy weight loss and maximum overall fitness. Since we don’t rely on sugar to give you energy, you won’t experience spikes and dips in your blood sugar and energy levels throughout the day.

The 180 Natural Protein Supplement is designed to fit even the fastest-paced lifestyle. Its versatile formula is quick and easy to prepare using your preferred method. Add it to a smoothie with your favourite fruits and vegetables for an energising breakfast or snack. This is a convenient, delicious way to squeeze more greens and other produce into your diet. Smoothies offer the perfect way to get the pickiest eaters in your household to reach their minimum daily requirement of protein, fruits and veggies without even knowing it.

Smoothies aren’t the only way to incorporate the 180 supplement into your diet. Use one of the many recipes on our site to cook fabulous, delicious, nutritious meals. Our recipes can accommodate a number of healthy eating plans, from the paleo diet to gluten-free options. Whatever your way of eating, you’re sure to find just the right delicious recipes for you and your family. Read our blog for recipes and other great information on achieving optimum health. Whether you’ve tried other protein supplements with poor results or want to try our delicious, healthful vegan formula for the first time, our money-back guarantee ensures your complete satisfaction with the 180 Natural Protein Supplement.

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The Paleo Diet is one of the most effective diets in the health world today. It identifies the similarities in the human genome between people who lived in the Paleolithic era and those who live today.

In ancient times, the human diet consisted mostly of meat and wild vegetables with occasional fruit and seeds. Legumes, grains, dairy, sugar and trans-fats were not a part of the Paleolithic diet, and as such are not consumed on the Paleo Diet. Going on Paleo is effective but restrictive, and it can be difficult to know exactly how to snack while still following Paleo guidelines.

Some of the most obvious snacks to stick to when you are following the Paleo Diet are vegetables. Carrot and celery sticks, raw broccoli, cauliflower and green peppers are all excellent snacks to curb your appetite while following Paleo. They are full of vitamins and nutrients, have a satisfying crunch that helps to curb cravings for unhealthy snacks like chips and crackers and are easy to prepare and carry on your person for snacking at a moment’s notice.

Meat based snacks are another great option for Paleo. Beef jerky is beloved by many Paleo followers, specifically jerky that uses low to no sodium or sugar and instead seeks flavors through other spices. Even without salt, spicy jerky like this can be very flavorful. A few ounces of grilled chicken is also an acceptable snack for Paleo. Considering a piece of meat as a snack can take some getting used to, but it has valuable protein which fuels the human body and gives it energy.

Although they should be consumed sparingly, nuts are also a snack that is acceptable on the Paleo Diet. This should be researched carefully, as some nuts are in fact legumes. Legumes are not an acceptable part of the diet. Nuts that are actually seeds are the best kinds to eat. Most notably, peanuts are a legume and should be avoided. Nuts that are consumed on the Paleo Diet should be eaten raw, which generally rules out the consumption of cashews as well.

Snacking on Paleo doesn’t have to be hard with these helpful hints. Veggies, meat and nuts are all packed with nutrients to get anyone through the day and satisfy a hungry stomach. The weight loss and health benefits of switching to Paleo snacks over unhealthy chips and junk food are remarkable.

180 Nutrition offer a superfood that can be used to create a whole host of paleo snacks. With natural ingredients and vegan options our paleo protein powder is free of all chemicals and processed ingredients.

View the video recipe below for ideas on easy paleo snacks:

You can view the full recipe here.

By Guy Lawrence

Guy: I met Angeline Norton (pictured above) at Sydney’s Filex fitness expo earlier on this year. With enough protein supplements and chemical potions to make your head spin, it was refreshing to meet a sports/fitness model who was passionate about what they put in their body and doesn’t buy into all the hype.

Impressed with her approach to health and sports modelling and an all round great girl, I asked Angeline if she would share some of her tips on what it takes to get that sports modelling look… Enjoy! Continue reading →

By 180 Nutrition

The paleo diet, also known as the Stone Age or cavemen diet, has been gaining popularity recently as a way to help individual lose weight, with an ever increasing need for alternative paleo snack ideas. The concept is simple. Since cavemen weren’t overweight, humans today should consume the same food that their ancestors did. Since cavemen didn’t have high blood pressure, cholesterol, or diabetes, the theory is that the diet will help users shed unwanted pounds while also becoming more healthy in the process.

Unfortunately, that’s not always that easy. The cavemen consumed a high level of protein that’s almost impossible to achieve normally. Even for those who are able to reach the recommended levels, the price can add up quickly. Even worse, most protein supplements that could be used to help dieters are loaded with artificial flavoring, colors, or other chemicals, none of which were consumed during the Stone Age.

Fortunately, 180 Nutrition is dedicated to providing their customers with an all natural protein powder that can be used in any diet. While the powder isn’t specifically designed for the paleo diet, it meets all the requirements. Everything in the powder is all natural and there’s only 12 ingredients, none of which are chemically altered. These ingredients include grass fed whey, flax seed, almond meal, sunflower kernels, coconut flour, cocoa flavoring, chia seeds, pumpkin seeds, sesame seeds, psyllium husk, inactive brewers yeast, and stevia.

While the protein supplement can be blended to create a vegetable or fruit smoothie, that’s not the only paleo snack that can be made. The powder can also be cooked with or added to other meals to help increase the amount of protein the food contains. For those who aren’t natural chefs, that’s okay too. 180 Nutrition has dozens of easy to follow recipes on their website. These recipes include everything from paleo snacks to meals that can be made in less than three minutes.

While most people assume that paleo snacks have to be meat, veggies, or nuts, that’s not the case when using 180 Nutrition’s protein powder. The paleo diet means that users must limit their sugar intake level. This can lead to unbearable cravings that can wreck the entire dieting process plan.

180 Nutrition understands that users may crave something sweet instead of the same boring meat or nut products, and that’s why they’ve created several great tasting, yet still all-natural, paleo snacks. Some of the most popular include high protein chocolate chip cookies and high protein blueberry muffins.

Both recipes are easy to follow and can be made with just a few ingredients. Since the paleo diet doesn’t allow white flour, almond flour and protein powder are used instead. This results in a very tasty and very healthy snack that all ages can enjoy.

By Guy Lawrence

Guy: What should we be eating for a more healthy and prosperous life? Seems like the million dollar question these days. If this is a question you find yourself asking, then I highly recommend the Low Carb Living Downunder seminar series coming up this Nov/Dec. An awesome lineup of speakers that will be tackling issues and topics on:

• Low-carb nutrition, eating healthy fats, sourcing and preparing healthy whole foods, exercise and eating, the paleo diet approach and also nourishing our food producing environment in a sustainable way.

• Health issues including weight & obesity, diabetes, digestive disorders, asthma, Alzheimer’s, and a range of other related health problems.

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