There is so much to learn and understand when it comes to our body and how we nourish and look after it. So our blogs are a great resource to learn more about nutrition and how to optimise our overall health, both physically and mentally to support the happiest and healthiest version of yourself.
So whether you’re on the go, taking a break from work or just looking for a nice informative read, our blogs are just the rights size to digest, wherever and whenever…
Unlike eating disorders which are classified using The Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-5), disordered eating has no official definition. Generally, it refers to disturbed and abnormal eating behaviours which might include skipping meals, restrictive dieting or rigid…
Read MoreDid you know, the average human adult contains approximately 2-4 grams of iron, the majority of which is in our red blood cells (1, 2)? And that anaemia affects around 33% of the world’s population, and that half of those cases are a result of iron deficiency (3)? The role of iron and its interplay…
Read MoreOne of the biggest misconceptions switching from a largely meat-based to plant-based diet is whether it is possible to get enough protein into the diet. More specifically in sports nutrition, whether plant-based foods are enough to help support optimal performance and stimulating muscle growth…
Read MoreWith all of the current uncertainty in the world around COVID-19, it is absolutely understandable if you are feeling as though your anxiety is through the roof right now. During times of change, especially to our daily routine - like suddenly working from home, or self-isolating away from…
Read MoreWith effort and by keeping our brains in peak physical condition, we can forge fresh ways of thinking, strengthening our higher-level brain functions — such as making good decisions, solving seemingly insurmountable problems, planning for the future, and self-reflection—and learning to master…
Read MoreGoing to do your weekly food shop has changed drastically in the past weeks and months. There are so many aspects of our life that we may have taken for granted, a very simple one being the food that we buy. Now we are faced with queues circulating around supermarket car parks, no delivery slots…
Read MoreThe immune system is functioning at all times, working hard to protect us, heal and repair us, it's even our main cancer surveillance system. But we probably don't think about it day-to-day. It’s only when the cold and flu season sets in that we thank our immune system as we scramble…
Read MoreAmidst the coronavirus pandemic, the government has asked all gyms and fitness studios to close and advised us all to stay at home as much as possible. This has meant we have to be a bit more creative when it comes to working out and staying active. If you’re feeling well then home workouts…
Read MoreOur GP surgeries are being hit by hundreds of calls daily about coronavirus. Only recently found, coronavirus has fast become the biggest public health issue of our time. With guidelines and advice being updated and changed on a daily basis, it is easy to lose track of what YOU need to be doing…
Read MoreThe global pandemic of COVID-19 means that we are living in unprecedented times. It looks like the coronavirus outbreak and the resulting increased stress and anxiety is something that we will have to keep dealing with over many weeks, even months. Chronic stress has negative effects…
Read MoreIn this ambiguous and nerve-wracking time, the spread of coronavirus is causing us to seek out ways we can protect ourselves. People want answers, especially ones that seem ‘simple’ to implement, such as what we eat or drink. As such, nutrition has been the focus of many social media posts…
Read MoreDid you know, the average human adult contains approximately 2-4 grams of iron, the majority of which is in our red blood cells (1, 2)? And that anaemia affects around 33% of the world’s population, and that half of those cases are a result of iron deficiency (3)? The role of iron and its interplay…
Read MoreSalt (Sodium Chloride), a well debated nutrient, is essential in many functions in the body including fluid and electrolyte balance, muscle function and neuronal activity. Sodium plays a central role in the membrane potential for the majority of cells and in the action potential for the contraction…
Read MoreFuelling your body correctly before a workout can make a big difference to your performance, how you feel throughout that workout, as well as recovery between workouts. Knowing what to eat and when to eat prior to exercising is key to maximising energy levels. However…
Read MoreFertility, meaning the ability to produce healthy offspring, has been a source of concern from the beginnings of human existence. From the earliest time there was some understanding that foods eaten could affect this mysterious process. In many traditional cultures around the world, women…
Read MoreThere are so many misconceptions around intuitive eating (IE) and a lot of people think it is a very all or nothing approach (much like a diet), but hopefully after reading this you will have a much better understanding of this approach and you can make an informed decision…
Read MorePulses, because of their nutritional qualities, are very healthy and nutritious foods (1). Pulses are a staple food in the Mediterranean diet, but they are also part of the cuisine of almost every country in the world. In the context of a balanced diet, pulses are a key food to prevent…
Read MoreAntioxidants are compounds that neutralise ‘free radicals’; another term you may have heard of! Free radicals are atoms, molecules or ions that have an unpaired electron, making them highly reactive in the body. They are unwanted by-products of certain reactions, in part caused by…
Read MoreFinding a balanced diet is something we’ve all heard before. This generally means having a variety of whole foods to cover the full range of macro and micronutrients, including healthy fats, quality protein, whole food carbohydrates, fibre, water, vitamins and minerals. But sugar seems to get…
Read MoreThe endocrine system is a complex system of glands producing hormones which control pretty much every function within the body. It’s an intricate, closely regulated system which works similar to a thermostat. If there’s too much hormone being produced by a gland, the system switches…
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