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Healing Bites, Nairobi (2025)

31/10/2025

Intermittent Fasting, Miracle or Myth?

Some swear by it for weight loss, clearer skin, and sharper focus.
Others say it’s just skipping breakfast with extra steps.

So what’s the truth?

Intermittent fasting isn’t magic, it’s timing.
By giving your body regular breaks from eating, you may:

1. Improve insulin sensitivity and balance blood sugar

2. Support fat loss (if your meals stay balanced)

3. Boost cell repair and reduce inflammation

But it’s not for everyone.
If fasting leaves you dizzy, irritable, or overeating later, it’s your body saying “not today.”

Bottom line: It’s a tool, not a miracle.
How well it works depends on your habits, not the clock.

Have you ever tried intermittent fasting? How did it go?

29/10/2025

Tired, Moody, or Always Hungry? Check Your Blood Sugar

When your blood sugar jumps and crashes, so does your energy, focus, and mood.
But here’s the good news, food can help keep it steady.

These three power foods do it best:

1. Oats – Full of fiber that slows sugar absorption and keeps you full for hours.

2. Beans – Packed with protein and complex carbs that release energy slowly.

3. Sweet Potatoes – A steady source of energy without the sugar spike.

Stable blood sugar means fewer cravings, balanced energy, and a happier mood.
It’s not about cutting carbs, it’s about choosing smart ones.

Which of these do you eat most often?

27/10/2025

Gut Health Simplified: Why Your Stomach Is Your “Second Brain”

Ever had a “gut feeling”? That’s not just a saying,your gut and brain are constantly talking.

In fact, your gut has over 100 million nerve cells, more than your spinal cord. No wonder it’s called your second brain.

Here’s why that matters:

1. A healthy gut supports better mood and focus

2. It strengthens your immune system

3.It helps your body absorb nutrients efficiently

When your gut is off, everything feels off, from digestion to energy to mood

Feed your gut right with:

- Fiber-rich foods like oats, bananas, and veggies

- Probiotics from yogurt, kefir, or fermented foods

- Enough water and sleep

Happy gut, happy brain.
Take care of it, it’s running more of your life than you think.

How’s your gut feeling lately, calm or chaotic?

26/10/2025

Garlic: Tiny Clove, Big Power

Garlic isn’t just for flavor, it’s nature’s antibiotic.
For centuries, it’s been used to fight infections, boost immunity, and keep the heart strong.
And science backs it up.

Here’s what this little clove can do:

1. Helps your body fight bacteria, viruses, and fungi

2. Lowers blood pressure and cholesterol

3. Supports your immune system when colds hit

4. Acts as a natural detox, helping your liver clear out toxins

Crush or chop it and let it sit for a few minutes before cooking. That’s when its active compound, allicin, forms ,the secret behind its power.

Simple, cheap, powerful.
Garlic doesn’t just season your food, it strengthens your body.

Do you prefer your garlic raw, cooked, or hidden in your meals?

25/10/2025

Got Achy Joints? Your Plate Can Help.

Before you reach for painkillers, check what’s on your plate.
Some foods actually fight inflammation, and can help soothe those stubborn joint pains from the inside out.

Here are three to start with:

1. Tomatoes – Packed with lycopene, they help reduce inflammation and protect your joints from damage.

2. Turmeric – Its golden compound, curcumin, is a natural anti-inflammatory powerhouse. Best absorbed with a little black pepper.

3. Sardines – Loaded with Omega-3 fats that calm swelling and stiffness in your joints.

You don’t need fancy supplements, just real food that heals.
Eat smart, move freely.

Which of these do you already eat often?

23/10/2025

Meet the Fat That Loves You Back

Not all fats are villains.
Some, like Omega-3 fatty acids, are total heroes.

They:

1. Keep your brain sharp and happy (less brain fog, better mood)

2. Protect your heart by lowering bad fats in your blood

3. Calm inflammation, meaning fewer aches, pains, and flare-ups

4. Even make your skin glow from the inside out

Where to find them:

- Fatty fish such as sardines, salmon, and mackerel

- Walnuts

- Chia and flax seeds

Your body can’t make Omega-3s, you have to eat them.
So next time you’re choosing fats, go for the ones that love you back.

Question: What’s your favorite Omega-3 source, fish or plant-based?

16/10/2025

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07/10/2025

This green has MORE iron than meat… and it’s cheaper too.

Say hello to sukuma wiki, the humble hero on almost every Kenyan table.

Don’t let its simplicity fool you. Sukuma is packed with:

1. Iron; for healthy blood and steady energy.

2. Vitamin C; boosts immunity & helps your body absorb that iron even better.

3. Fiber; keeps your digestion happy and your stomach satisfied.

While meat is great, sukuma brings the nutrients without the high cost. Plus, you can enjoy it almost daily without burning your wallet.

So next time you load your plate, remember: that green side dish is more powerful than it looks.

Be honest, how many times a week do you eat sukuma wiki?

04/10/2025

Sweet breakfasts = sugar rush + mid-morning crash.
Savory breakfasts = steady energy till lunch.

Think about it

- Chai na mkate, mandazi, or jam = quick sugar spike … followed by hunger, cravings, and sleepiness by 10am.

- Eggs, beans, avocado, veggies = slow-burning fuel … keeps you full, focused, and energized.

It’s not about skipping your favorites, but knowing the difference in how they treat your body.

Sweet breakfast gives you a sprint.
Savory breakfast gives you a marathon.

So tomorrow morning… which team are you picking?
Sweet or Savory breakfast?

02/10/2025

This fruit is 92% water… yet it hydrates better than water itself.

Say hello to WATERMELON, the juiciest way to beat thirst and nourish your body.

Why watermelon is a hydration superstar:

- 92% water + natural electrolytes (like potassium & magnesium) = perfect thirst quencher.

- Keeps your skin glowing by locking in moisture.

- Helps prevent headaches and fatigue that sneak in when you’re dehydrated.

- Sweet, refreshing, and made for hot afternoons.

The best part? It doesn’t just quench thirst… it feeds your body while doing it. A glass of water hydrates, but watermelon hydrates plus heals.

Do you love Watermelons?

26/09/2025

What if the secret to better sleep, fewer cramps, and less stress wasn’t a pill, but a mineral you’re probably not getting enough of?

That mineral is magnesium, and it’s behind more than 300 body functions, from how your muscles relax to how your brain calms down at night.

Here’s the shocker: even though magnesium is all around us in food, many people are running low without knowing it.

Signs your body is screaming for magnesium:

- Muscle cramps or twitching

- Poor sleep or waking up tired

- Constant fatigue

- Anxiety or restlessness

- Headaches

The good news? You don’t need fancy supplements. You can fill your magnesium tank with everyday foods.

1. Leafy greens like sukuma wiki and spinach
2. Nuts and seeds (groundnuts, pumpkin seeds, sesame)
3. Avocado and bananas
4. Beans and lentils
5. Dark chocolate

By eating these regularly, you help your body fight stress, sleep deeper, and keep your muscles and nerves happy.

Bottom line: Next time you feel tired, restless, or crampy, don’t just brush it off. It might be your body whispering: “I need magnesium”.

Which of these foods do you eat most often?

24/09/2025

Did you know your gut is home to over 100 trillion bacteria, 10x more than the number of human cells in your body?

Crazy, right? And here’s the kicker: the health of these tiny “gut residents” can decide whether you feel energetic, bloated, or even how well your immune system works.

Now, here’s where it gets exciting.

You don’t need fancy powders or expensive supplements to feed your gut the good stuff. Nature already gave us powerful, everyday gut-healers: fermented foods.

1. Maziwa mala (sour milk): Rich in natural probiotics that calm your stomach, improve digestion, and keep your gut lining strong.

2. Kefir: Like yogurt, but with even more diverse bacteria and yeasts. Think of it as a gut “multivitamin” in a glass.

3. Sauerkraut: Just cabbage, salt, and time, yet it’s packed with live cultures and enzymes that help your gut break down food better.

Supplements might promise quick fixes, but fermented foods actually live and grow inside you, balancing your gut in a way no pill can.

The best part? They’re affordable, tasty, and part of traditions we’ve had for generations.

So next time your stomach feels off, don’t rush for a supplement bottle, reach for a bowl of mala, a spoonful of sauerkraut, or a glass of kefir. Your gut will thank you.

What’s your favorite fermented food?

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