amino acids

It’s a new year, and for many of us, that means new year’s resolutions! And topping the list nearly all of the time is the desire to be healthier - we want to move more and we want to eat better. Undisputed is the fact that protein is essential for good health, and that animal protein particularly provides all the essential amino acids we need, so how do we continue to incorporate this all-important macronutrient in our diet while making healthier choices? 

We’re into our second month of autumn and soon, as the days begin to grow shorter and colder, we’ll begin turning to the winter foods we all love so much - stews, curries and soups. Of course we can enjoy these dishes any time of the year, and one such dish that should be enjoyed all year round because of its purported health benefits, is bone broth.

At the moment our health is top of mind. By practising stringent measures - regular hand washing, social distancing and wearing of masks - we’re all hoping to remain robust and strong in the face of the current pandemic. But in addition to these practices, we also need to take care of our immune systems and part of that includes being mindful of what we eat and making nutritious choices. 

One of the wisest choices you can make is to include more protein in your diet because this can help you ward off other ailments that might suppress your immune system.