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Emz Hung

Author of Nutrition No-Brainer Newsletter

Ever feel lost trying to eat healthy and not know where to begin? Healthy eating can be extremely easy with the right systems and informed choices. With Nutrition No-Brainer, I share bi-weekly articles--the least you need to know--that simplify healthy eating choices and clear up food myths, making your nutrition decisions a no-brainer!

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🍏 Nutrition No-Brainer #5 - Avoid added Sweeteners; Enjoy Natural Sweetness

“I was seduced by secrets, which are to true love as artificial sweetener is to sugar, calorie-free but in the long run carcinogenic, not the real thing, and only a peculiar aftertaste in the mouth to tell you so, to warn you” – Fay Weldon Rediscover Your Natural Sweet Tooth! In July 2024, changed everything when my Educogym-Belize trainer pointed out the high fructose corn syrup on the label of my ketchup. As a health-conscious vegetarian, I had been unknowingly consuming hidden sugars...

about 2 months ago • 6 min read

“Don’t eat anything your great-grandmother wouldn’t recognize as food.” – Michael Polland Real Food, Real Energy: Go Natural, Not Processed Wondering why “whole” foods are so praised? They provide pure, essential nutrients with no added junk. That's why I prefer fresh fruits, vegetables, whole wheat, and brown rice—rich in nutrients, unlike white rice or sugary packaged snacks, instant meals, and ramen that can cause energy crashes. The more I choose whole foods, the better I feel and think!...

2 months ago • 4 min read

“A happy heart starts with a good oil.” – Unknown Unlock Better Health by Choosing Coconut and Olive Oils Over Common Cooking Oils! Since I started replacing vegetable oils with coconut oil and olive oil at Educogym-Belize, I've noticed a significant improvement in my energy levels, digestion, and even my skin health. It’s incredible how much of a difference choosing the right oils can make! Why Are Oils So Important for Your Health? The oils you choose to cook impact everything from heart...

3 months ago • 3 min read

“Life is the mode of action of proteins.” —Friedrich Engels Maximize Energy and Retain Muscle with High DIAAS and NPU Proteins! After focusing on high-quality protein, I saw a remarkable shift in my results at Educogym-Belize—gaining 1.4 lbs of muscle between February and March 2025, compared to losing 0.2 lbs the year before. That muscle loss was a wake-up call, showing I wasn’t fueling my body enough. I then adjusted my mostly ovo-lacto vegetarian diet to include more animal-based proteins,...

3 months ago • 3 min read

“Eat less sugar. You’re sweet enough already.” —Unknown Fuel Your Energy and Success with the Glycemic Index! Since starting Educogym-Belize in July 2024, I’ve been amazed at how much my energy and health improved by choosing foods based on the glycemic index. What is the Glycemic Index? This is a score that measures how quickly a food raises blood sugar. High-glycemic foods, like white rice, bread, potatoes, sugary snacks, and processed treats, cause blood sugar spikes, followed by crashes...

3 months ago • 1 min read

“To eat is a necessity, but to eat intelligently is an art.” —François de La Rochefoucauld Thank you for joining my newsletter: Nutrition No-Brainer!!! After upgrading my food choices and constantly seeing others struggle with food myths, I created this newsletter to share simple, actionable advice on making healthier eating decisions. My goal is to make smart food choices intuitive: focusing on boosting energy, preventing fat gain, and empowering long-term health. Join me in the next initial...

4 months ago • 1 min read